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George Mason University Score Requirements
George Mason University has an average SAT score of 1240, with a range from the 25th percentile at 1170 to the 75th percentile at 1350. For ACT scores, the average is 28, ranging from 25 at the 25th percentile to 30 at the 75th percentile. The average unweighted GPA of admitted students is 3.69. English language proficiency can be demonstrated with a minimum TOEFL score of 80, an IELTS score of 6.5, or a Duolingo score of 110. The university allows superscoring of test results and offers a test-optional policy for admissions.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
George Mason University's unweighted average GPA for undergraduate admissions is 3.69. Data for the weighted GPA average and its percentiles are not disclosed. There are no additional GPA percentiles available in the provided information.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1170-1350
Average: 1240
Submitting SAT: 19%
Math: 580-680
Reading: 580-680
George Mason University has an average SAT score of 1240, with a 25th percentile score of 1170 and a 75th percentile score of 1350. In terms of components, the math section has a 25th percentile score of 580 and a 75th percentile score of 680, while the evidence-based reading and writing (ERW) section shows the same distribution. Additionally, 19% of students submitted SAT scores for admission consideration.
More DetailsACT Requirements
25-30
Average: 28
Submitting ACT: 2%
Math: 22-27
English: 23-31
Reading: -
Science: -
George Mason University has an average ACT score of 28, with a 25th percentile score of 25 and a 75th percentile score of 30. In terms of ACT components, the 25th percentile for math is 22 and 27 for the 75th percentile, while for English, the 25th percentile is 23 and 31 for the 75th percentile. The university reports that only 2% of students submit ACT scores. Reading and science component scores are not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
80-80
Average: 80
Minimum: 80
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
George Mason University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 80 for undergraduate admissions, with an average score also set at 80. The 25th and 75th percentile scores are both reported to be 80, indicating that this score is consistent across applicants. Data on the individual components of the TOEFL (listening, reading, speaking, and writing) is not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
George Mason University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions, which means that they will consider the highest score from each section across multiple test dates to create the best possible composite score for applicants. This approach can benefit students who may have performed differently on various sections of the SAT or ACT, potentially improving their overall chances of admission.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
George Mason University is test optional, meaning applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores for admission. The university also allows self-reporting of scores, which allows students to provide their test results directly on their applications without the need for official score submissions. Currently, 19% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores, while 2% opt to submit ACT scores; this totals 21%, indicating that some students may be submitting both types of scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
33-38
Average: 35
George Mason University has an average IB score of 35, with a 25th percentile score of 33 and a 75th percentile score of 38. The university recommends that applicants take Higher Level subjects including Math AA, Biology, and Economics, and Standard Level subjects including English B, History, and Chemistry.
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