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George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$60,536

Acceptance Rate

89%

Graduation Rate

70%

Annual Tuition

$13,815

At a Glance

Total Students

27,083

Retention Rate

87%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

34%

Median Debt

$19,500

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

George Mason University is a public institution with a large student body of over 27,000. It has a high acceptance rate of 88.8%, and a strong retention rate of 87.4%. The graduation rate is 69.9%. The in-state tuition is $13,815, and 34.3% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of George Mason University report strong earnings. One year after graduation, the median salary is $55,366. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $60,536, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $76,343. The median debt for graduates is $19,500.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$55k

1 YEAR

$61k

5 YEARS

$76k

10 YEARS

Top 15% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, George Mason University alumni earn a median salary of $55,366. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $60,536, and after ten years, median earnings reach $76,343. The median debt for graduates is $19,500.

George Mason University has an 88.8% acceptance rate and a 69.9% graduation rate. The university retains 87.4% of its students. 34.3% of students receive financial aid. The annual in-state tuition is $13,815.

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Campus Location

Fairfax, Virginia

Fairfax, VA 22030-4444

George Mason University is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

George Mason University has an acceptance rate of 88.8%.