Likely: even the low end of our estimate is 60% or more, and the college admits at least 25% of applicants. Target: our estimate is 30% or more. Reach: our estimate is under 30%, or the college admits under 15%. Long shot: our estimate is under 12%, or the college admits under 12%. Estimates use the college's admit rate and score range plus your grades and scores. They are not a promise.
25,234 applied, 22,074 admitted, fall 2024 (IPEDS).
What does George Mason University cost?
$14,697 a year in-state
Out of state: about $39,693 a year
What in-state students who got federal aid paid on average after grants, 2024-25. The in-state sticker price, with housing and food, is $26,910.
Tap your family income:
Average paid after grants by family income
under $30,000
$9,594
$30,000–$48,000
$9,467
$48,000–$75,000
$11,341
$75,000–$110,000
$16,147
over $110,000
$23,862
Sticker, in-state
$26,910
In-state, with aid
$14,697
At your income
Out-of-state tuition is $39,312 a year, against $14,316 in state. The out-of-state figure adds that $24,996 to the in-state average. Out-of-state students usually get less aid, so many pay more.
Early action deadline extended to Nov 15, 2026. We couldn't confirm George Mason University's fall 2027 date for regular decision. Check its admissions site.
Does George Mason University need the SAT or ACT?Not checked yet
Not sure yet
We haven't checked George Mason University's fall 2027 rule yet. George Mason University didn't require scores for fall 2024 (federal data). We haven't checked fall 2027 yet, so confirm on its site.
What is George Mason University's acceptance rate?
87% for fall 2024: 22,074 of 25,234 applicants were admitted (IPEDS).
What SAT score do you need for George Mason University?
The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1160 to 1360 (IPEDS, fall 2024). A quarter scored higher and a quarter lower, so a score in that range is typical, not a cutoff.
How much does George Mason University cost for a family earning $60,000?
In-state families earning $48,000–$75,000 paid an average of $11,341 a year after grants in 2024-25 (students who got federal aid). The sticker price is $26,910.
How much does George Mason University cost for out-of-state students?
Out-of-state tuition at George Mason University is $39,312 a year, against $14,316 for in-state students in 2025-26. In-state students who got federal aid paid $14,697 on average after grants in 2024-25. Adding the $24,996 tuition gap gives about $39,693 a year from out of state. Out-of-state students usually get less aid, so many pay more.
When is the George Mason University application deadline for fall 2027?
Early action is due Nov 15, 2026. Checked on gmu.edu on Nov 8, 2026.
What is George Mason University's graduation rate?
69% of students finish within six years and 48% within four (IPEDS).
