George Mason University admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024 (22,074 of 25,234, federal IPEDS data). The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1160–1360.
The numbers
Applied
25,234
fall 2024
ACT, middle 50%
25–30
enrolled first-years
Accept their offer
20%
of admitted students enroll
Application fee
$70
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Can I get into George Mason University?
87% of applicants get in
Nearly everyone who applies gets in. The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent scores had 1160–1360 on the SAT.
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).
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.
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Questions people ask
What is George Mason University's acceptance rate?
George Mason University admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024 (22,074 of 25,234, federal IPEDS data).
What SAT score do you need for George Mason University?
The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1160–1360. A quarter of them scored higher and a quarter lower, so it's a typical range, not a cutoff (IPEDS, fall 2024).
Where these numbers come from
Admit rate and applicants: IPEDS, fall 2024 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
Cost, pay and debt: College Scorecard, 2024-25 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
