George Mason University

If you want to apply to George Mason University, the regular decision application deadline is February 1 and the fee for the application costs $70.

George Mason University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of George Mason University's admissions stats.

George Mason University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	14%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	37%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3%
Waitlist	Yes

George Mason University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for George Mason University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	February 1	––

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Want to Apply Early to George Mason University?

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George Mason University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. George Mason University will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

George Mason University accepts about 91% of early action applicants and 91% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, George Mason University admitted 1,92 of the 11,983 who applied early action.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on George Mason University Admissions

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Transferring to George Mason University

For more information on transferring to George Mason University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to George Mason University

In 2022, George Mason University waitlisted 855 students and 337 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 230 eventually were offered a spot.

What's Most Important for Getting Into George Mason University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at George Mason University

What does George Mason University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with George Mason University for more information on admission factors.

George Mason University Application Requirements

To apply to George Mason University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with George Mason University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into George Mason University?

Students admitted to George Mason University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 42% submitted a class rank. At George Mason University 14% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 40% were in the top 25% and 76% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At George Mason University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	29.2%
3.75 and 3.99	21.8%
3.50 and 3.74	20.1%
3.25 and 3.49	16.6%
3.00 and 3.24	9.6%
2.50 and 2.9	2.6%
2.00 and 2.49	0.1%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to George Mason University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

George Mason University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

George Mason University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 37% of George Mason University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for George Mason University?

To be competitive with other George Mason University applicants, you should aim to score between 1150 and 1340 (or higher!) on the SAT. At George Mason University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1340 and 25% of scored lower than 1150, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of George Mason University students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of George Mason University students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for George Mason University?

To be most competitive at George Mason University, you should strive to earn between 25 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for George Mason University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for George Mason University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to George Mason University

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in George Mason University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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George Mason University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to George Mason University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to George Mason University.

Does George Mason University accept transfer credits?

✅ George Mason University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Do I have to submit test scores to George Mason University?

❌ No, George Mason University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is George Mason University's acceptance rate?

✅ George Mason University's acceptance rate is 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at George Mason University?

❌ George Mason University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at George Mason University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at George Mason University was 91% in 2021.

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