by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at George Mason University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at George Mason University came in at $14,220 a year. Out-of-state undergraduates paid $38,688. That spread is what residency saves an in-state student.
The fees portion of those totals totaled $3,828 in-state and $3,828 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,392 | $34,860 |
| Fees | $3,828 | $3,828 |
| Total | $14,220 | $38,688 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much will George Mason University cost for part-time students? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
For perspective, here is how George Mason University costs compare against other schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In VA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, George Mason University runs on the expensive side.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Review the George Mason University Financial Aid page for more.
Here’s how tuition at George Mason University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $9,510 | $32,970 |
| Two Years Ago | $9,795 | $35,377 |
| One Year Ago | $10,095 | $35,677 |
| Most Recent Year | $10,392 | $34,860 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at GMU has trended over the reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition fell slightly, which is uncommon and may be a data restatement.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 2.72%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $14,607. Out-of-state cost rose on average by 1.94%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $39,440.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $14,607 | $39,440 |
| In 2 Years | $15,004 | $40,207 |
| In 3 Years | $15,412 | $40,988 |
| In 4 Years | $15,831 | $41,785 |
| In 5 Years | $16,262 | $42,597 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $162,420, versus roughly $60,854 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For a closer look at aid at George Mason University, go to the George Mason University Financial Aid page.
