George Mason University
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1160 | 1330 |
| 2024 | 1160 | 1330 |
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👍 Great Fit If You Are:
Policy-minded pragmatists
if you're interested in international relations, security, or public service and want proximity to Washington D.C., GMU puts you in the center of it all.
First-gen and transfer-friendly students
if you come from a non-traditional background and want a school that values your grit and practical goals, this is your place.
Data-driven thinkers
GMU’s strengths in economics, computer science, and systems analysis cater to students who think in models and logic.
Urban suburbanites
if you want the resources of a city without living in one, Fairfax’s calm + D.C. access combo is perfect.
Career starters
if you want real-world internships early and often, GMU’s location and structure make it easy to plug into federal or tech sectors.
🚨 Not Ideal For:
Classic college experience seekers
GMU isn’t heavy on football culture, Greek life, or traditional residential vibes.
Exploratory wanderers
if you’re still figuring out your path, the career-forward culture might feel pressuring or overly professional.
Campus romantics
while functional, the campus isn’t architecturally charming or ivy-covered; it's modern and practical.
Students who dislike commuting
many GMU students live off-campus or commute, and that shapes the campus dynamic.
STEM purists wanting top research
while strong in CS and IT, GMU doesn’t have the elite lab-based research pull of a Georgia Tech or MIT.
☀️ Weather & Climate
spring
55-75°F (13-24°C)
Mild with showers
summer
75-95°F (24-35°C)
Hot and humid
fall
55-80°F (13-27°C)
Warm with foliage
winter
35-55°F (2-13°C)
Cool with occasional frost
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cool winters
☀️Average 215 sunny days per year
👩🎓👨🎓 Demographics
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Nearby Areas
Historic downtown with restaurants and shops
Shopping and dining complex