St Bonaventure University and George Mason University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. St. Bona is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Saint Bonaventure, NY and GMU is a four-year, public school located in Fairfax, VA.
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| St Bonaventure University | vs. | George Mason University |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Bonaventure, New York | Location | Fairfax, Virginia |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (medium programs) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $41,735 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$14,220
Out-Of-State$38,688 |
| 99% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 60% |
| $23,195 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $11,628 |
| 81.65 % | Acceptance Rates | 87.48 % |
| 17.18 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 20.22 % |
| 1,190 | SAT Score | 1,270 |
| 26 | ACT Score | 28 |
| 67 % | Graduation Rate | 68 % |
| 26 % | Transfer-out Rate | 17 % |
| 86 % | Retention Rate | 86 % |
| 2,752 | Student Population | 39,766 |
| 165 | Number of Faculties | 1,463 |
| 13 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 Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |
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