| Atmospheric Sciences, BS at George Mason University | |
| Course Duration | 4 Years |
| Course Intake | January, August |
| Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Tution Fees | $ 32,720 |
| English Language Requirment | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| TOEFL | 80 |
| PTE | 59 |
The undergraduate program in atmospheric sciences gives students a strong quantitative undergraduate education in atmospheric, climate, and related sciences to understand the basic principles behind current and emerging issues in weather, climate variability, and climate change. Students completing the atmospheric sciences degree will be prepared for a full range of career paths including forecast and analysis, operations and research support in meteorology, numerical weather prediction, data analytics, and climate. The curriculum meets the American Meteorological Society's recommendations for a bachelor's degree in atmospheric sciences.
Total credits: minimum 120
This is a Green Leaf program.
Students should refer to the Admissions & Policies tab for specific policies related to this program.
A GPA of at least 2.00 is required for all core courses, with an overall GPA of at least 2.50.
George Mason University Highlights
| College Type | Public |
| Establishment Year | 1972 |
| Campus Setting | Suburban |
| Location | Fairfax, Virginia |
| Total Students | 37,000+ |
| Mode of Program | Full-time/ Part-time/ Online |
| Student/Faculty Ratio | 17:1 |
| Average Class Size | Less than 20 |
| Campus Housing | Available |
| Acceptance Rate | 87% |
| Retention Rate | 86% |
| Graduation Rate | 71% |
| Financial Aid | Scholarship |
George Mason University Cost of Attendance
The table below shows the cost of attendance at George Mason University for 2020-21:
| Fee Type | Undergraduate (Amount in USD) | Graduate (Amount in USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (Full-time) | 32,970 | 25,430 |
| Room and Meal plan | 12,090 (On-campus) 12,786 (Off-campus) |
20,400 (Off-campus) |
| Transportation | 1,260 (On-campus) 2,334 (Off-campus) |
2,334 (Off-campus) |
| Personal Expenses | 2,336 (On-campus) 4,238 (Off-campus) |
4,238 (Off-campus) |
| Additional Costs | 1,278 | 1,278 |
| Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $ 38,810 |
| Postgraduate | 39,140 |
| Cost Per Year | |
| Overall cost of living | $ 4,467 |
| Campus accommodation | $ 9,804 |
| * Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. | |
| English score required | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Undergraduate | 6.5 |
| IELTS Postgraduate | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Undergraduate | 80 |
| TOEFL Postgraduate | 80 |
| * Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. | |
| University Contact Details |
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| Address |
| 4400 University Drive,MSN 4C3 Fairfax 4400 University Drive 22030 |
| oips@gmu.edu |
| Phone |
| 703-993-2970 |