George Mason University Top Questions

I wouldn't be able to not recommend my school to anyone because in actually there is something for everyone here. My school is one of the most diverse universities in the U.S. We have been chosen the #1 University by U.S. News & World Report as the Up and Coming University.

If you're looking for a party school, this isn't it. Although, you are only a Metro Ride away from James Madison University, a well known party school.

In order to attend this school, one needs to be very outgoing and willing to try and experince new people and things. Close minded people or those who prefer lots of alone time should not attend this school.

George Mason University is an extremely diverse college that accepts students of all backgrounds, races, ethnicities and genders. The community is full of intelligent and driven students from different backgrounds. The only student that should not attend this school is one who is not willing to learn and be acceptant of all types of people. George Mason caters to its diverse community in which practically anyone who puts in the effort can thrive in.

This school is fit for someone looking for adventure- there is so much diversity at this school (religious, racial, financial-status, etc.) that it is impossible to not get caught off gaurd at times being around so much diversity if you're not looking for it. Being that it is located near Washington D.C., this school is great for those looking for a future with the government jobs.

Someone just looking to have fun. If you are only in the college scene for fun, this is not the place for you. We do have fun, but only when it doesn't interfere with studying and classes to the point of flunking out. College is about learning and bettering yourself, mentally in classes as well as having some fun at the right times.

Someone who is looking for the typical college experience that includes a party life and greek domination should not come to George Mason. Although our Greek life is satisfactory, the University does not support Greek Housing at the time, and Greek life is small. It is not much of a party school since it is located in the middle of Fairfax, and there are many commuters who attend.

Someone who wants to devote four years to hard study and nothing but academics and training so they can emerge the best in their field should not attend this school. Also, because it's a commuter school, someone who wants the college atmosphere to be like a big, extended family should steer clear.

Someone who doesn't like cities or busy suburbs probably shouldn't come here. Fairfax is a busy, bustling area, and GMU is a big school.

A person that is looking for a small school that is not diverse.

someone who gets offended easily to liberalism.

A person who does not like a large university and a person who does not like basketball. George Mason University's basketball team is a big hit around campus and many social events are centered around it. However, GMU also offers a vast array ofextra curricular activities including: clubs, intramural sports and club sports. A person who also does not want to be tested academically should not attend. Since GMU is in Norther Virginia, the competition is fierce to find a job and it is important to be well grounded and tough to survive.

People that should never attend my school are those that need a lot of structure in their lives. That dont have the self discipline to do the best that they can do with out any pressure put on them. Also people that need an enviroment that is extremely upbeat.

A person who is obsessed with partying, has a lack of moral or ethical character, and people who expect to never have any homework in college

Anyone that is looking for a strong academic challenge.

This school is perfect for someone looking for a big campus with lots of diversity. This school is also perfect for the person that wants to be close to a big city, Washington DC, but does want to get caught up in the big city mentality.

A Mason student needs to be very open minded to other cultures, religions, and beliefs. Someone who wants to hang out with people who look, talk, and think like he does should not attend this school. The Mason campus is by no means dull and is only dry in some places, but it is not "party" school. Someone who is looking to party all the time and not study should not attend Mason. Someone who wants very small personal classes should also not attend Mason, as some lecture classes can have upwars of one hundred students.

Someone who just wants to goof off and get a degree anyways. You don't have to work hard here, but you do have to work.

Someone who would want to be in a fraternity or sorority. This school is also very foriegn-friendly, so if someone is new to the country or is looking for a very diverse setting, this school would be a good place for that.

If you are not here to learn then there is no point. We are all adults, no one will hold your hand and force you to do well. You must have that self-dicipline yourself.