George Mason / Financial aid
Paying for George Mason
The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what George Mason actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.
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An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run George Mason's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.
Average net price by family income
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George Mason cost & aid FAQ
How much does George Mason cost after financial aid?
The average family pays about $18,500 per year at George Mason after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $36,034. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.
What does George Mason cost by family income?
At George Mason, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $13,022 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $28,236 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.
Does George Mason give financial aid to international students?
Limited aid for international students, mostly merit. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with George Mason's financial aid office.
Does George Mason meet full financial need?
Does not meet full need for everyone. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.
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