Gonzaga University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Gonzaga University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Gonzaga University is a medium-sized private university located on an urban campus in Spokane, Washington. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,163, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 76%. The university offers 48 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 87%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $52,540.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile26-31
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1220-1410
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
8k
Students enrolled
18%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
44%
Unknown
1%
Black
1%
Hispanic
9%
Two or more races
6%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
14% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
7
Total Online Enrollment
1,282
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.18% online, 82% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
91% On-campus
9% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate50% online
Master's30% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $52,540 | $52,540 |
| Graduate | $19,841 | $19,841 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,382 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,080 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,358 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $18,343 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,358 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,358 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $71,360 | $71,360 |
| Off-campus without family | $74,623 | $74,623 |
| Off-campus with family | $56,280 | $56,280 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
14%
State Grant Aid
13%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
14%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$24k
Average student debtafter graduation
$49k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 15 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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