George Mason University is a public research university in Fairfax County, Virginia. James Madison University is a public research university in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
George Mason University | James Madison University | |
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Collegedunia Score | 4.7 Out of 10 | 4.1 Out of 10 |
ranking (overall) | # 105 US News 2024 # 401 Times Higher Education 2024 # 951 QS World University 2024 | # 124 US News 2024 # 1739 US News 2023 # 1672 Center for World University Rankings 2022 |
Subject Strength | # 82 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 151 for Medicine by Academy Ranking of World Universities 2022 # 32 for Law by US News 2024 | - |
Programs | UG Programs -101 PG Programs -71 Doctorate Programs -1 | UG Programs -56 PG Programs -25 Doctorate Programs -8 |
Acceptance Rate | 81.0 % | 72.1 % |
Exam Score | Duolingo-110 IELTS-7 PTE-67 SAT-1100 TOEFL-88 | IELTS-6.5 SAT-1100 TOEFL-80 |
Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 41190 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 45360 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 13120 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 23650 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 22158 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 25364 Per Year |
placement (average package) | Average Salaries are listed below: Degree Average Salary Masters in Science $120,000 Bachelor of Science $75,000 Master (Other) $74,000 Masters of Arts $70,000 Bachelor of Arts $64,000 | 95% of the bachelors program students and 98% of the graduate program students find employment after graduation. The average salary of the bachelor program was around $51,900 and for graduate program it was $63,200. |
application requirements | Completed online application and application fee. ... Check program specific requirements | Submit official transcripts Submit English language proficieny scores Submitting exam scores is optional Check program specific requirements |
CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.8/10 Read 4 reviews | - |
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General Facts | George Mason University | James Madison University |
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Type of University | University | University |
Established | 1949 | 1908 |
Student:Faculty Ratio | 18:1 | 16:1 |
Male:Female | 50% Male, 50% Female | 41% Male, 59% Female |
Location Facts | With campuses and sites reaching across Virginia and beyond, George Mason University has a sizable regional presence and a global reach. University campuses are Fairfax campus (main), Mason Square, Science and Technology campus and a campus in Korea. | James Madison University is located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The campus is divided into five parts: Bluestone, Hillside, Lakeside, Skyline, and the Village. |
Library |
| The university has four libraries. Rose Library is on East Campus, and it has STEM and business books. Carrier Library is near the quad, and has humanities books, including Special Collections (our rare, fragile, or JMU-related books). The Music Library is in the basement of the Music Building, and it has sheet music and audio material. The Educational Technology & Media Center (ETMC) is located in Memorial Hall and has children's and education-related books. |
Campus Life |
| The school has 35 residence halls, ten of which serve as sorority houses. While most residence halls are only for housing, several halls also provide auxiliary services like computer labs and study lounges.All freshmen must live on campus, and a large portion of JMU's on-campus housing is set aside for incoming students. James Madison University has over 350 clubs and organizations for students to choose from. This growing list of involvement opportunities provides students with unique experiences that will help them to grow in community and engagement outside of the classroom. The JMU Student Government Association (SGA) was founded in 1915 and stood as the first organization on campus. Their goal was to become an organization whose role was to be the voice for the JMU student population and advocate on behalf of the students to the administration and the rest of the community. JMU is home to nine a cappella ensembles: four all-female, three all-male, and two co-educational groups. They are nationally recognized, with many of them featured on the Best of College A Cappella (BOCA) yearly compilation albums. The JMU Men's and Women's Club Soccer Teams are two of the most decorated club organizations in JMU school history. James Madison University's athletic teams are known as the "Dukes." |
Hostel | #Room - $7810 | #On campus - $10112 #Off campus (not with family) - $10112 #Off campus (with family) - $5140 |
Famous Alumni |
| Odicci Alexander, softball player Steve Arhancet - CEO and co-owner Team Liquid, Liquid Media, & 1UP Studios |
City Life |
| Harrisonburg, Virginia is a vibrant and picturesque city located in the Shenandoah Valley. This charming community of just over 54,000 residents offers an ideal mix of rural charm and modern amenities. Residents can explore the area's many parks and trails for outdoor recreation or take advantage of excellent shopping centers and attractions. The city also boasts excellent schools, health care options and services, making it a great place to call home. With something for everyone to enjoy, Harrisonburg is the perfect place to relax and explore. |
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