When applying to George Mason, you will have various deadlines determined by your application type.
Please refer to the information below for important application dates and deadlines for freshman applications, including applications for Honors College, University Scholars, and Merit-Based Scholarship consideration.
Freshman Application Deadlines
November 1, Nonbinding early action
Applying by this deadline ensures priority consideration for:
- Honors College
- University Scholars
- Merit-based scholarship
February 1, Regular decision and FAFSA/VASA priority deadline
Students applying by this deadline are considered for the Honors College on a space-available basis.
Students should also submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Virginia Alternative State Aid application (VASA) by this deadline to receive priority consideration for limited state and institutional grant funds.
October 1, Priority deadline (spring)
Students interested in starting in the spring semester should apply by this deadline.
International Freshman Application Deadlines
Spring Semester Applications (January start)
- October 1 Spring Semester Priority Application Deadline
- December 1 Spring Semester Enrollment Deposit Deadline
Fall Semester Applications (August start)
- November 1 Non-Binding Early Action Deadline and Honors College Consideration
- February 1 Regular Decision Deadline
- June 1 Final deadline for Fall Semester