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Gonzaga University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 3,010
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 76%
Students retention rate 92%
On-time graduation rate 85%

Located in Spokane, Washington, Gonzaga is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 76% indicates that Gonzaga is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Gonzaga University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, Gonzaga emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Gonzaga boasts an impressive student retention rate of 92% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 74% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

76.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$48,470

Cost of attendance at Gonzaga University in 2022 for students from Washington.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Washington's average $5,771
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$48,470

Cost of attendance at Gonzaga University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Washington's average $11,857
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Gonzaga University received on average $26,861 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$26,861
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 172 16% $4,419 $760,027
Other Federal Grant 252 24% $4,676 $1,178,392
State Grant/Scholarships 146 14% $7,682 $1,121,636
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,047 100% $24,664 $25,823,652
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,047 100% $26,861 $28,123,680

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Gonzaga University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Gonzaga University students is 85.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 87.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 82.1%.

85.1%

  • asian 85.7% 66 students
  • African American 85.7% 12 students
  • white 85.8% 798 students
  • unknown 88.6% 39 students
  • hawaiian 83.3% 5 students
  • hispanic 81.5% 123 students
  • International Students 70.0% 7 students
  • Mixed Race 84.3% 75 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball West Coast Conference
  • Basketball West Coast Conference
  • Track and Cross Country West Coast Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Gonzaga University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Gonzaga University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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