George Mason University

George Mason University is on a 817-acre campus in the suburban setting of Fairfax, Virginia, not far from Washington and DC.

George Mason University Student Activities

George Mason University has many clubs, organizations, and activities for students to join – including chorus, theater groups, a campus newspaper, a radio station and more.

Interested in Greek life? George Mason University has not reported any data on the presence of fraternities or sororities.

George Mason University Housing

This table offers information on housing at George Mason University.

George Mason University offers on-campus housing.

Most George Mason University students live off campus. In 2022, 10% of undergrads at George Mason University lived in some kind of on-campus housing and 90% of students lived off-campus or commuted to George Mason University.

George Mason University offers coed housing and housing for students with disabilities.

George Mason University Athletics

At George Mason University there are a variety of athletic options for students interested in joining a sports program.

Intercollegiate sports are the highest tier of college sports and can be very competitive. Intercollegiate teams are regulated by the NCAA, funded by the university, and compete against teams from other universities. The division of a sports team depends on the size of the university, funding, and competition level. An intercollegiate school team will be Division I, II or III, with Division I being the highest level.

Club sports are not regulated by the NCAA and are a great option for students not interested in trying out for an intercollegiate team. Club sports are usually student run but can also be funded by the university.

Intramural sports are the most casual and informal. Intramural sports are often free and require very little time commitment.

Let's take a look at the athletic options available at George Mason University:

Safety at George Mason University

College is like a home away from home. Whether you're walking to class or coming back from late-night studying (or partying!), it's important to feel safe on campus.

Plan a Visit to George Mason University

Visiting colleges is one of the best ways to get a sense of the campus and student body. If you'd like to visit George Mason University, take Interstate 95 to Fairfax, VA. If you need to fly, book your flight to Dulles International airport.

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