About Atmospheric Sciences, Bs in George Mason University
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.
- Certified official, original transcripts from all secondary schools as well as official results from any leaving certificates or university entrance exams taken. A certified English translation must be submitted for any documents not already in English. All application materials are property of George Mason University and will not be returned to the applicant, nor shared with another individual, institution, or organization under any circumstances.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL iBT Undergraduate - Testing code 5827
- Volgenau School of Engineering Undergraduate: 80, no section minimum
- All other undergraduate programs: 80 or higher, minimum of 18 in each subsection
IELTS Undergraduate
- 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each subsection
Pearson Academic Test of English
- A minimum score of 59, all applicants
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 |