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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

YOUR CAMPUS EXPERIENCE

We are one of the most diverse universities in the country. Our diversity has defined and shaped our culture, from how we educate our students, to our sense of responsibility in our communities and in the world as a whole. The Mason Nation brings together many different ideas and perspectives that contribute to a vibrant and engaging community.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

  • Complete the online application form and pay the required nonrefundable application fee.
  • Official original copies of all secondary school transcripts, leaving certificates, and/or university entrance examinations.
  • Students may be considered for admission with no SAT or ACT score through our score-optional admissions program; however, SAT or ACT results may be required.
  • Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. We require a minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the iBT exam with an 18 in each subsection, IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each subsection, and other acceptable exams are listed on our website.

MASON KOREA

Our commitment to provide a global education extends to Mason Korea, a part of the Songdo Global University Campus, strategically located 40 kilometers from Seoul, South Korea. Mason Korea offers undergraduate programs in business, computational and data sciences, computer game design, conflict analysis and resolution, economics, and global affairs. It also offers preeminent teaching facilities, a library with technology, a performing arts center, modern dormitories, faculty apartments, and guest housing.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION DEADLINES

FRESHMAN

Spring Semester Priority Deadline
Fall Semester Early Action and Honors College Deadline
Fall Semester Priority Deadline
Fall Semester Final Deadline

TRANSFER

Spring Semester Priority Deadline
Fall Semester Priority Deadline

ABOUT MASON

George Mason University was established as an independent university in 1972.

  • 40+ residence halls
  • 78 majors
  • 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio
  • 22 men’s and women’s NCAA Division I athletic teams
  • More than 38,000 total students: 27,000+ undergraduates and 11,000+ graduate and professional students
  • 10% international student population

IDEAL LOCATION

24 kilometers to Washington, D.C., or a less than 45-minute ride by Metrorail from Mason’s Fairfax Campus in Virginia.

Limitless internship possibilities, including with Fortune 500 companies, NGOs, embassies, museums, performing arts organizations, television and radio stations, and more.

FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP

Internal and external scholarships are available. Mason’s Office of Student Financial Aid has a team of dedicated professionals available to help you.

$2,000 to $20,000 are available for qualified international freshmen.

YOU ARE WELCOME HERE

Mason offers two annual and renewable scholarships that cover a minimum of 50% of tuition for selected first-year undergraduate international students.

To be considered, applicants must answer a short essay question or present a multimedia project.

IN-DEMAND DEGREES

  • Cyber Security Engineering
  • Bioengineering
  • Data Analysis Engineering
  • Forensic Science
  • Neuroscience
  • Conflict Analysis and Resolution

RANKINGS

TIER 1 RESEARCH UNIVERSITY

NO. 64 AMONG TOP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

U.S. News & World Report 2023

87% OF OUR GRADUATES

achieve positive career outcomes within six months of graduation

AMONG THE TOP 300 UNIVERSITIES WORLDWIDE

Academic Ranking of World Universities, 2022

NO. 9 WORLDWIDE in CYBERSECURITY

Mason’s Cyber Security Engineering Program is ranked 9th in the world according to EduRank

TUITION AND OTHER COSTS

*Housing and Food costs based on your choice of residence hall and meal plan.

CONTACT US

Email: world@gmu.edu

Phone: 703-993-2000

4400 University Drive, MS 3A4, Fairfax, VA 22030

United States