| VCU | vs. | GMU |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond, Virginia | Location | Fairfax, 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$16,233
Out-Of-State$38,817 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$13,815
Out-Of-State$37,979 |
| 73% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 61% |
| $11,794 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $9,810 |
| 93.00 % | Acceptance Rates | 89.00 % |
| 25.00 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 22.00 % |
| 1,160 | SAT Score | 1,240 |
| 26 | ACT Score | 28 |
| 64 % | Graduation Rate | 70 % |
| 20 % | Transfer-out Rate | 15 % |
| 85 % | Retention Rate | 85 % |
| 28,082 | Student Population | 39,049 |
| 2,183 | Number of Faculties | 1,399 |
| 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 |