George Mason University, USA - Courses, Fees, Scholarships, Admissions, Eligibility

George Mason University

Fairfax, USA

1957
Established
26
No. of Programs
153
US News
Yes
Scholarship
Yes
Hostel Accomodation

Overview

History, Affiliations & Rankings

Established in 1972, George Mason University is known as Virginia’s largest public research university. The university was founded with 17 students but today around 10,000 students from different part of the world are pursuing their education at the university. From the establishment, the university is growing at a rapid rate. George Mason University is well known for its innovation, remarkable diversity, and commitment to accessibility. The university was ranked 57th among top 100 world universities under 50 years old by the Times Higher Education in 2014. It was rated among the top 40 most diverse public universities in the world by the U.S News and World Report in 2013.

Infrastructure, Campus & Courses

Courses at George Mason University include around 75+ Bachelor programs and 120+ Master programs available in the 10 colleges/ schools of the university. Mason's 10 colleges and schools span a variety of academic disciplines. Apart from the existing programs, the university also provides an opportunity for integrative studies to the students. They are further allowed to develop their own degree programs. Programs from all the major sectors are available at the campus of George Mason University. The campus of George Mason University is spread over 817 acres of land. Many facilities are available at the campus such as Aquatic and Fitness Center, Center for the Arts and EagleBank Arena.

Accomplishments & Alumni

George Mason University has produced many graduates. The alumni of the university have achieved great success and leadership in their respective fields. The headline of the show “The World Right Now with Hala Gorani”, Hala Gorani, General manager of the resurgent Kansas City Royals, Dayton Moore, Zainab Salbi and the first Muslim woman in space, Anousheh Ansari are among the notable alumni of the University.

Student Diversity & Visiting Companies

George Mason University is a home of many students who have came from all 50 states and 122 different countries making it the most diverse students population in the United States. Students from all the Ethnicity are pursuing education at the university. The housing facilities provided to the students are well equipped with modern facilities. The college offers a comfortable environment for the students so that all the students can feel comfortable at the campus. Many reputed companies from the Washington DC visit the campus during the career fairs and placement season.

George Mason University Facts & Highlights

Type of University	Public, Coed
Average Annual Tuition Fee	Bachelors: $38,000 (2021-22) Masters: $39,500 (2021-22)
Admission Intakes	Spring & Fall
Average GPA Requirement	3.3-3.9
Average Exam Score Requirement	SAT - 1100-1220; ACT - 23-29; IELTS - 6.5; TOEFL - 80; GRE - NA; GMAT - 572
Admission Requirements	Original transcripts, Personal Statement or Essay, Resume, Letters of Recommendations
Admissions Deadlines	Bachelors: Spring - Oct 1 (Priority Application Deadline), Fall: Nov 1 (Early Action Deadline)/June 1 (Final deadline) Masters: varies department-wise
Percentage of International Students	11%
Size of Campus (in acres)	817
Alumni Worldwide	200k+
Female to Male Ratio	53 : 47
Average Salary after 10 Years	$58,433 (Annual)

George Mason University Rankings

Ranked by	2022	2021	2020	2019
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Universities Rankings	NA	201- 300	201- 300	201- 300
QS World University Ranking	801-1000	801-1000	801-1000	801-1000
U.S. News & World Report - Global Universities	453	434	434	403
THE World University Rankings	251–300	251- 300	251- 300	301- 350

George Mason University Subject Rankings

Computer Science

Ranked by	2022	2021	2020	2019
QS World University Ranking - Computer Science and Information Systems	NA	251-300	251- 300	301- 350
U.S. News & World Report - Global Universities	NA	358	NA	NA
THE World University Rankings	NA	401- 500	301- 400	301- 400

Engineering

Ranked by	2022	2021	2020	2019
U.S. News & World Report - Global Universities	NA	536	NA	NA
THE World University Rankings	NA	301- 400	401- 500	401- 500
US News & World Report - Biomedical Engineering PG	NA	93	NA	NA
US News & World Report - Civil Engineering PG	NA	93	NA	NA
US News & World Report - Electrical Engineering PG	NA	87	NA	NA

Business

Ranked by	2022	2021	2020	2019
QS World University Ranking - Computer Science and Information Systems	NA	351- 400	351- 400	NA
U.S. News & World Report - Global Universities- Economics & Business	NA	174	NA	NA
THE World University Rankings- Business & Economics	NA	301- 400	251- 300	301- 400

Law

Ranked by	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018
QS World University Ranking - Law and Legal Studies	NA	201- 250	201- 250	251- 300	251- 300
THE World University Rankings- Business & Economics	NA	61	44	65	81

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Programs

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Masters Programs
Bachelors Programs

Data Analytics Engineering M.S
- Mode
  Regular
  
  Application Fee
  INR 5,900
- Duration
  N/A
  
  Tuition Fee
  INR 18,71,800
Computer Science M.S
- Mode
  Regular
  
  Application Fee
  INR 5,900
- Duration
  N/A
  
  Tuition Fee
  INR 18,71,800
MBA
- Mode
  Regular
  
  Application Fee
  INR 5,900
- Duration
  23 Month
  
  Tuition Fee
  INR 29,78,100
Civil and Infrastructure Engineering M.S
- Mode
  Regular
  
  Application Fee
  INR 5,900
- Duration
  N/A
  
  Tuition Fee
  INR 18,71,800

Computer Engineering BS
- Mode
  Regular
  
  Application Fee
  INR 5,900
- Duration
  4 Year
  
  Tuition Fee
  INR 24,01,800
Computer Science BS
- Mode
  Regular
  
  Application Fee
  INR 5,900
- Duration
  4 Year
  
  Tuition Fee
  INR 23,05,700
Psychology, BS
- Mode
  Regular
  
  Application Fee
  INR 5,900
- Duration
  4 Year
  
  Tuition Fee
  INR 25,54,200
BS in Economics
- Mode
  Regular
  
  Application Fee
  INR 5,900
- Duration
  4 Year
  
  Tuition Fee
  INR 23,05,700

George Mason University, Fairfax, USA Scholarship

Merit-Based Scholarship

Merit- Based Scholarships are offered to a limited number of international students at George Mason University. International applicants who are highly qualified are offered the scholarship. Candidates who apply as freshmen are considered for the scholarship. There is no need to fill separate applications for scholarships.

Candidates who submit the online application form by April 1st for Fall Term are considered for scholarship.

Following are the eligibility criteria to be considered for Merit- Based Scholarship:

The candidate must apply as a freshman in the first year of studies.
The candidate must be enrolled in full-time studies in the Fall semester.
GPA and test score are considered for the scholarship. However, it is not the only factor and the overall performance of the student is evaluated to offer the scholarship.
The applicant must have an F1 Visa.

Value of the scholarship ranges between $2,000 and $10,000 per academic year. The scholarship is renewable for four years provided the student maintains academic performance.

You are Welcome Here Scholarship

The scholarship was introduced to recognise international students with a remarkable intercultural understanding. GMU offers two of these scholarships every Fall.

It shall be open to the candidates who meet the following criteria:

A first-year international student enrolled in undergraduate programmes in any field of study.
An applicant with an F1 Visa and citizenship outside the US.
A candidate with interest in leadership and intercultural learning.
One who has met all the requirements for admission to Mason.
The candidate must have completed the application process for the scholarship and submitted a 500-1,000 word essay or a two-five minute video on his/her leadership skills in their previous school or community.

A #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship will cover at least 50% tuition fee for the first year. It can be combined with other available merit scholarships and renewed for the second year only if the student maintains a good academic record.

External Scholarships

International students may aslo apply for external or outside scholarships available at George Mason University, which are offered through private agencies such as scholarship foundations, government agencies, community organisations, employers and more.

Criteria for these scholarships will include financial need, academic background, volunteerism, community affiliations, heritage, underrepresented group or other unique factors.