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George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$60,536

Acceptance Rate

89%

Graduation Rate

70%

Annual Tuition

$13,815

At a Glance

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Total Students

27,083

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Retention Rate

87%

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Faculty Ratio

16

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Financial Aid

34%

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Median Debt

$19,500

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Campus Setting

Suburban

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

George Mason University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 88.8% and a student body of 27,083. The university's retention rate is 87.4%, and its graduation rate is 69.9%. The median debt for graduates is $19,500, and 34.3% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $55,366, increasing to $60,536 after five years and $76,343 after ten years. In-state tuition costs $13,815.

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 87.4% retention rate, and 69.9% of students graduate. The university has an 88.8% acceptance rate. 34.3% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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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 89%.