Location: Fairfax, Virginia
Type: Public research university
About:
George Mason University At-a-Glance (Data current as of 2014-15)
Year Founded: 1972
Enrollment: 33,723
International Students: 2,100+
Countries Represented: 130
Bachelor’s Degrees: 81
Master’s/PhD Degrees: 127
Campus Size: 665 acres
Research: $101.6M
Student-to-professor Ratio: 16:1
Being so close to the capital (16 miles from Washington, D.C.) gives George Mason University students unique opportunities in the classroom. Washington, D.C., is a classroom resource like no other. Mason also brings real-world knowledge directly into the classroom with visits from world leaders and placement of influential adjunct faculty. Mason is a large, public university with almost 34,000 students and more than 200 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. Students from all 50 states and 130 different countries call Mason home, giving the university one of the most diverse student populations in the United States. Quality faculty, global connections, and prestigious academic programs are part of Mason’s signature learning experience.
The most popular majors at George Mason University include: Psychology, General; Accounting; Biology/Biological Sciences, General; Criminal Justice/Police Science; and Information Technology.
Fast Facts:
- Largest public research university in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Mason’s student community represents 130 different countries
- 80% of Mason students are employed within six months of graduation
- U.S. News & World Report named Mason the nation’s number one university to watch on its first list of up-and-coming schools in 2008, and Mason still maintains a spot on that list
- Ranked as one of the top 100 best values in education by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and Forbes
- In recognition of its sustainability achievements, Mason received a STARS Silver Rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education – one of only two universities in Virginia and 38 nationwide to receive the distinction
- The first university in the country to offer doctoral programs in conflict resolution, information technology, bioinformatics and computational social science
- In recent years, Mason faculty have twice won the Nobel Prize in Economics
- Tier 1 Carnegie Classification for research
Athletics:
George Mason University athletic teams are known as the ‘Mason Patriots’. They participate in the Atlantic 10 Conference and are ranked in the NCAA Division I.
Men’s teams: Baseball, basketball, cross country/track, golf, soccer, swimming/diving, tennis, volleyball, and wrestling.
Women’s teams: Basketball, cross country/track, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, softball, swimming/diving, tennis, and volleyball.
School Information:
Housing:
Mason’s campus has more than 40 residence halls, from suites to apartments. Many are new or have been recently renovated to be even more spacious and comfortable. More than 75 percent of all freshmen live on campus, so there’s always plenty going on. A variety of amenities are available within each building, including high-speed Internet access and free laundry facilities.
George Mason University housing information: https://www2.gmu.edu/student-life/housing
Entry requirements:
Direct Entry Requirements: http://admissions.gmu.edu/global/
Pathway Entry Requirements (for students who wish to strengthen their academic credentials or English proficiency before applying to a degree program): www.intohigher.com/mason
International students may submit SAT/ACT scores, or may be considered for admission with no SAT or ACT test score via the score optional admission program.
International students must also demonstrate sufficient English proficiency either with a TOEFL iBT: 80 or higher (with a minimum of 18 in each subsection); IELTS: 6.5 or higher on the academic exam (with a minimum of 6.0 in each subsection); SAT I Critical Reading: 450 or higher; or ACT-English: score of 20 or higher.
Other supporting documents will be required (UStudy can help guide you on what documents you need).
George Mason University international student admission requirements: http://admissions.gmu.edu/global/intlAdmissionRequirementsFreshman.asp
Tuition:
George Mason University tuition for international students: http://www.intohigher.com/us/en-us/the-universities/into-mason/studying/program-costs.aspx
Financial Aid/Scholarships:
International students may qualify for merit-based scholarships. These awards not only recognize strong academic talent and achievement, but also special talents and other personal characteristics, without regard to an applicant’s financial need. UStudy can help you determine whether you qualify for these.
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