Auto admit to GMU

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:This is great, although it does seem contrary to the poster who is on here frequently claiming that GMU is sooo selective.

https://www.alxnow.com/2023/10/20/alexandria-city-high-school-seniors-with-3-25-gpa-now-automatically-admitted-to-george-mason-university/

The programs are designed to deal with the problem of declining applications and to target underrepresented students - hence, offered in Alexandria City.

That doesn't make it right. If you're URM, you don't have to do anything accept click a link accepting your offer? If you're not, be prepared to submit an app, pay the fees, write the essays and submit recs?

No, if you are a ACPS student with a 3.25 then you click a link.

[Anonymous]

I wonder if this will draw families to ACPS.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:This is great, although it does seem contrary to the poster who is on here frequently claiming that GMU is sooo selective.

https://www.alxnow.com/2023/10/20/alexandria-city-high-school-seniors-with-3-25-gpa-now-automatically-admitted-to-george-mason-university/

The programs are designed to deal with the problem of declining applications and to target underrepresented students - hence, offered in Alexandria City.

That doesn't make it right. If you're URM, you don't have to do anything accept click a link accepting your offer? If you're not, be prepared to submit an app, pay the fees, write the essays and submit recs?

the Alexandria city program says nothing about only being offered to URM. Can you confirm that is only being offered to URM?

[Anonymous]

This is from an article in The Zebra,

"On Oct. 3, during the celebratory launch, 428 students found out they would be the program’s first cohort.

Students who receive an invitation to apply do not pay any application fee and do not have to take any tests to apply. In fact, upon selection, they receive a link to the application by email, which is already 75% complete.

“The pilot program,” according to ACPS, “aims to address the declining number of underrepresented students applying to college. Direct admissions programs are considered to be effective in increasing enrollment in institutions of higher education and postsecondary degree attainment, especially among students from underrepresented communities.”

[Anonymous]

Or from ACPS' website,

https://www.acps.k12.va.us/about-us/express/stories/~board/express/post/acps-offers-students-a-direct-path-to-college-with-george-mason-university

The pilot program aims to address the declining number of underrepresented students applying to college. Direct admissions programs are considered to be effective in increasing enrollment in institutions of higher education and postsecondary degree attainment, especially among students from underrepresented communities. This ACPS partnership agreement extends through August 2026.

[Anonymous]

Still haven’t seen the link about a similar FCPS program

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:This is great, although it does seem contrary to the poster who is on here frequently claiming that GMU is sooo selective.

https://www.alxnow.com/2023/10/20/alexandria-city-high-school-seniors-with-3-25-gpa-now-automatically-admitted-to-george-mason-university/

The programs are designed to deal with the problem of declining applications and to target underrepresented students - hence, offered in Alexandria City.

That doesn't make it right. If you're URM, you don't have to do anything accept click a link accepting your offer? If you're not, be prepared to submit an app, pay the fees, write the essays and submit recs?

the Alexandria city program says nothing about only being offered to URM. Can you confirm that is only being offered to URM?

It’s not. PP is full of crap.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Honestly, like 1000 of the 1200 residential 4-year colleges should just move to a direct-admit model since they accept like 90% anyway.

Is something happening in VA that VCU, Radford and now GMU are all announcing these programs?

I hope they do. It will take such an edge off kids having to maintain both grades and extracurriculars. They can do only those activities they want and focus on school. It will also I think encourage more kids to decide earlier that they don’t need an Ivy etc. rather than go through all the work and then potentially not make it anyway!

Agree. It shouldn’t be hard for a kid who meets the basic academic qualifications to get into college somewhere decent.

[Anonymous]

Here is the email sent to FCPS students:

September 19, 2023

Dear Student and Parent/Guardian,

Congratulations! We are excited to share that you are eligible for direct admissions to George Mason University for the fall 2024 semester! This opportunity is available through an innovative partnership with Fairfax County Public Schools.

You may have heard of direct admissions programs in the news lately. Direct admissions programs match students with a college based on their strong academic performance in high school. Your academic record makes you a great fit for George Mason University to continue your education.

George Mason University is the largest research university in Virginia, with over 40,000 students. Since its founding in 1972, Mason has embraced diversity and inclusion as one of its core principles. Mason proudly accepts nearly 90% of undergraduate applicants because they believe in inclusivity over exclusivity. Their graduation rate exceeds the national average, and there are no disparities in academic success rates among the differing ethnic groups or socioeconomic statuses of students.

Students selected for direct admissions at Mason benefit from a streamlined admissions process and application. This includes a waived application fee, and students do not need to submit an essay or letters of recommendation.

To accept your offer and connect with George Mason University directly, your parent/guardian will need to provide consent to share your information with the Admissions Office. The following Action Steps must be completed by the Parent/Guardian by Wednesday, September 27, 2023.

Parent/Guardian must complete and sign the attached consent form and return to ..., Director of Student Services, by Wednesday, September 27, 2023. If the paper consent form is not received, your student will not be eligible ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​GMU Direct Admissions-Consent Form-English-Spanish-9-19-23.pdf

Student must complete the Google Form to submit the student's PERSONAL email address (students may not submit their @fcpsschools.net)

Once both items have been received, the STUDENT will receive a communication from George Mason University to the personal email address provided. This email will provide the link to the specific application that must be completed in order to be considered for the program. If the student has already applied directly to George Mason University or by the Common Application, the student MUST complete the separate application within the timeline.

To learn more about Mason and your non-binding direct admissions offer, please visit Mason’s website.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This is from an article in The Zebra,

"On Oct. 3, during the celebratory launch, 428 students found out they would be the program’s first cohort.

Students who receive an invitation to apply do not pay any application fee and do not have to take any tests to apply. In fact, upon selection, they receive a link to the application by email, which is already 75% complete.

“The pilot program,” according to ACPS, “aims to address the declining number of underrepresented students applying to college. Direct admissions programs are considered to be effective in increasing enrollment in institutions of higher education and postsecondary degree attainment, especially among students from underrepresented communities.”

It is still for all ACPS students…I assume they have way more URMs then other school districts so it will benefit those kids the most, but anyone can take advantage.

[Anonymous]

“ Early Identification Program (EIP) is a multiyear college preparatory program for first generation, college bound middle and high school students who will be the first in their family to attend college.”

“ The EIP guarantees admission to George Mason University for those students who follow a precollege curriculum, successfully complete the program in good academic standing, and meet George Mason University’s admission requirements. ”

https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/college-success-program/early-identification-program-eip

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:“ Early Identification Program (EIP) is a multiyear college preparatory program for first generation, college bound middle and high school students who will be the first in their family to attend college.”

“ The EIP guarantees admission to George Mason University for those students who follow a precollege curriculum, successfully complete the program in good academic standing, and meet George Mason University’s admission requirements. ”

https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/college-success-program/early-identification-program-eip

So it's only for 1st Gen students only at ACPS and other partner schools?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:“ Early Identification Program (EIP) is a multiyear college preparatory program for first generation, college bound middle and high school students who will be the first in their family to attend college.”

“ The EIP guarantees admission to George Mason University for those students who follow a precollege curriculum, successfully complete the program in good academic standing, and meet George Mason University’s admission requirements. ”

https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/college-success-program/early-identification-program-eip

So it's only for 1st Gen students only at ACPS and other partner schools?

This is a different but similar program.

ACPS is for all students with 3.25.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:This is great, although it does seem contrary to the poster who is on here frequently claiming that GMU is sooo selective.

https://www.alxnow.com/2023/10/20/alexandria-city-high-school-seniors-with-3-25-gpa-now-automatically-admitted-to-george-mason-university/

The programs are designed to deal with the problem of declining applications and to target underrepresented students - hence, offered in Alexandria City.

That doesn't make it right. If you're URM, you don't have to do anything accept click a link accepting your offer? If you're not, be prepared to submit an app, pay the fees, write the essays and submit recs?

Not unusual.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Here is the email sent to FCPS students:

September 19, 2023

Dear Student and Parent/Guardian,

Congratulations! We are excited to share that you are eligible for direct admissions to George Mason University for the fall 2024 semester! This opportunity is available through an innovative partnership with Fairfax County Public Schools.

You may have heard of direct admissions programs in the news lately. Direct admissions programs match students with a college based on their strong academic performance in high school. Your academic record makes you a great fit for George Mason University to continue your education.

George Mason University is the largest research university in Virginia, with over 40,000 students. Since its founding in 1972, Mason has embraced diversity and inclusion as one of its core principles. Mason proudly accepts nearly 90% of undergraduate applicants because they believe in inclusivity over exclusivity. Their graduation rate exceeds the national average, and there are no disparities in academic success rates among the differing ethnic groups or socioeconomic statuses of students.

Students selected for direct admissions at Mason benefit from a streamlined admissions process and application. This includes a waived application fee, and students do not need to submit an essay or letters of recommendation.

To accept your offer and connect with George Mason University directly, your parent/guardian will need to provide consent to share your information with the Admissions Office. The following Action Steps must be completed by the Parent/Guardian by Wednesday, September 27, 2023.

Parent/Guardian must complete and sign the attached consent form and return to ..., Director of Student Services, by Wednesday, September 27, 2023. If the paper consent form is not received, your student will not be eligible ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​GMU Direct Admissions-Consent Form-English-Spanish-9-19-23.pdf

Student must complete the Google Form to submit the student's PERSONAL email address (students may not submit their @fcpsschools.net)

Once both items have been received, the STUDENT will receive a communication from George Mason University to the personal email address provided. This email will provide the link to the specific application that must be completed in order to be considered for the program. If the student has already applied directly to George Mason University or by the Common Application, the student MUST complete the separate application within the timeline.

To learn more about Mason and your non-binding direct admissions offer, please visit Mason’s website.

Wow! Mind sharing what the stats were for your DC? My high stats DS at FCPS did not get this.