George Mason University
Fairfax, Virginia
How selective is it?
George Mason University is in our Accessible tier (75%+ acceptance). Admits the large majority of applicants who meet minimum eligibility requirements.
Third-party estimates ~87-89%.
Tiers are broad on purpose. Acceptance rates move every cycle, and many schools are more competitive for specific majors than the school overall, so use this as a starting point for your list, not a prediction.
How to use George Mason University in your college list
This is often a likely or safety option for students who meet the school's eligibility requirements. Still confirm that your intended major is offered and not capped, and note deadlines for housing, scholarships, and financial aid, which can matter more than the admission decision itself.
Building a list across tiers? See all 11 Virginia colleges in our finder, or follow our guide to building a list by score and GPA.
Check the current numbers yourself
For George Mason University's current test-score and GPA ranges, acceptance rate, and cost, go to the source:
- Find its Common Data Set ↗ Section C has the middle 50% of scores and GPA. Our step-by-step guide shows how to read it.
- College Scorecard ↗ U.S. Department of Education data on cost, graduation, and outcomes.
- Net price calculator ↗ Estimate what your family would actually pay after aid.
- Find the official admissions page ↗ Deadlines, requirements, and how to apply.
Similar colleges to consider
Schools with a similar selectivity, in the same state, or known for the same fields. A balanced list usually mixes a few reaches, several realistic targets, and at least one or two safeties.
- Christopher Newport UniversityNewport News, VA · Accessible
- Old Dominion UniversityNorfolk, VA · Accessible
- Radford UniversityRadford, VA · Accessible
- Liberty UniversityLynchburg, VA · Accessible
- James Madison UniversityHarrisonburg, VA · Moderately Selective
- Virginia TechBlacksburg, VA · Moderately Selective
Frequently asked questions
How selective is George Mason University?+
George Mason University sits in our "Accessible" tier (75%+ acceptance). Third-party estimates ~87-89%.
Is George Mason University hard to get into?+
Admits the large majority of applicants who meet minimum eligibility requirements. Selectivity varies by major and changes every admissions cycle, so treat the tier as a starting point and check George Mason University's own admissions data for the current year.
How do I find George Mason University's current SAT, ACT, and GPA ranges?+
Search "George Mason University Common Data Set" and open Section C, which lists the middle 50% of test scores and GPA for the entering class. Our guide "How to Build Your Own College List by Score and GPA" on this site walks through it step by step.
Where is George Mason University?+
George Mason University is a public institution in Fairfax, Virginia.
Selectivity tiers and "known for" tags are general guidance compiled from public sources and may be out of date. MajorAtlas isn't affiliated with George Mason University. Always confirm details with the school.