19 Most Popular Colleges for Arlington’s Class of 2019

These schools received the most applications from APS seniors last year.

Photo by Evan Cantwell/George Mason University

3. George Mason University

Ranked #153 among the Best National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, Mason has a student body representing more than 130 countries on its main campus in neighboring Fairfax County. According to its website, some 80 percent of its graduates find gainful employment within six months of graduation. Fueled by Amazon’s arrival and an anticipated increase in demand for tech talent, GMU is also expanding its Arlington campus. In-state tuition is $12,564 ($36,024 out-of-state).

Location: Fairfax, VA

APS Students Applied: 389

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APS Students Accepted: 237


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