George Mason University

George Mason University, established in 1957, stands as Virginia's largest public research institution. It holds esteemed recognition as one of the 131 universities in the USA with the highest research designation from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Renowned for its doctoral programs in Information Technology, Bioinformatics, Computational Social Science, and Conflict Resolution, GMU has made significant contributions to various fields.

With a diverse student body exceeding 38,000 individuals from 130 countries and all 50 states of the USA, GMU fosters a global learning environment. Emphasizing practical experience, around 70% of students engage in internships, research, or both during their academic journey. Admissions requirements reflect the university's commitment to excellence, with a GPA of 3.0 and a minimum GMAT score of 550 for specific graduate programs.

Originally an extension school of the University of Virginia, GMU transitioned into an independent university in 1972, named after Founding Father George Mason. Operating across four campuses in Virginia and an international campus in South Korea, GMU continues to expand its academic reach. Notably, the university's R1 classification highlights its commitment to very high research activity, exemplified by Nobel Prize-winning professors and a vibrant student life complemented by 500 student groups and numerous fraternity and sorority chapters.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Official Transcripts from high school.

• SAT or ACT scores are required for most undergraduate programs.

• English Proficiency Test (for non-native English speakers): IELTS or TOEFL.

• Minimum IELTS score: 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.

• Minimum TOEFL score: 88 overall, with at least 20 in each section.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

• Official Transcripts from all colleges/universities attended. Letters of Recommendation.

• GRE or GMAT scores are often required for most graduate programs.

• GRE: Specific score requirements vary by program.

• GMAT: Specific score requirements vary by program.

• Minimum IELTS score: 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.

• Minimum TOEFL score: 88 overall, with at least 20 in each section.