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George Mason University Women's Basketball

George Mason University (GMU) · Fairfax, Virginia · Public university

Acceptance rate87%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate68%finish within six years
Undergraduates39,766Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

George Mason University Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at George Mason University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where George Mason University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gomason.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1160–1360
ACTMiddle 50%: 25–30

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Popular majors

AccountingAnimation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special EffectsAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationAstronomyAtmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, GeneralBioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
68% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Virginia residents$10,392
Out-of-state tuition$34,860
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$18,823
Campus

Where it is

George Mason University in Fairfax.

Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
gmu.edu
Overview

About George Mason University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Vanessa Blair-Lewis, the Head Coach, leads the George Mason University Women's Basketball staff of 9 coaches, verified June 2026. George Mason University (GMU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball as a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference. George Mason University is a large public school in Fairfax, Virginia with 39,766 undergraduates, a 87% acceptance rate and an average net price of $18,823 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by George Mason University Women's Basketball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Vanessa Blair-Lewis, the Head Coach and Andre Bolton, the Associate Head Coach & Director of Player Development. George Mason University has 9 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Vanessa can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at George Mason University typically score 1160–1360 on the SAT and 25–30 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the George Mason University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

George Mason University Women's Basketball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is George Mason University D1?

Yes. George Mason University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball, in the Atlantic 10 Conference.

Is George Mason University public or private?

George Mason University is a public school in Fairfax, Virginia.

What conference is George Mason University Women's Basketball in?

The Atlantic 10 Conference.

Does George Mason University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

George Mason University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does George Mason University Women's Basketball have?

9 coaches, led by Vanessa Blair-Lewis, the Head Coach.

How much does George Mason University cost?

In-state tuition is $10,392 and out-of-state tuition is $34,860 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,823.

What is the George Mason University acceptance rate?

87% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for George Mason University?

Admitted students typically score 1160–1360 on the SAT and 25–30 on the ACT.

How do I contact the George Mason University Women's Basketball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026