| GMU | vs. | VCU |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfax, Virginia | Location | Richmond, Virginia |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$13,815
Out-Of-State$37,979 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$16,233
Out-Of-State$38,817 |
| 61% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 73% |
| $9,810 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $11,794 |
| 89.00 % | Acceptance Rates | 93.00 % |
| 22.00 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 25.00 % |
| 1,240 | SAT Score | 1,160 |
| 28 | ACT Score | 26 |
| 70 % | Graduation Rate | 64 % |
| 15 % | Transfer-out Rate | 20 % |
| 85 % | Retention Rate | 85 % |
| 39,049 | Student Population | 28,082 |
| 1,399 | Number of Faculties | 2,183 |
| 16 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |