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George Mason University is a public research university located in Fairfax, Virginia, with additional campuses in Arlington, Prince William, and Loudoun. It is the largest public research university in Virginia and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity." The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across multiple disciplines and is known for its strong emphasis on innovation, diversity, and proximity to Washington, D.C. Founded in 1949 as a regional extension of the University of Virginia, George Mason College became an independent institution in 1972 and was named after George Mason, a Founding Father and author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights. The university has grown rapidly in enrollment and research output, serving a large and diverse student body. Its location near the nation's capital provides extensive opportunities for internships, government relations, and research partnerships.
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Academics & Programs
12 programs catalogued.
Admissions Intelligence
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Entry requirements
- IELTS
- 6.5+
- TOEFL
- 80+
- Duolingo
- —
- PTE
- —
- Application deadline
- Varies
- Application fee
- 80
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Automatic consideration for high-achieving international freshmen and transfer students on F-1 visas.
Automatic consideration for high-achieving international freshmen and transfer students on F-1 visas.
Automatic consideration for high-achieving international freshmen and transfer students on F-1 visas.
Limited awards for students entering INTO Mason pathway programs; based on regional availability and GPA.
Limited awards for students entering INTO Mason pathway programs; based on regional availability and GPA.
Limited awards for students entering INTO Mason pathway programs; based on regional availability and GPA.
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