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About Gonzaga University

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Gonzaga University is a private university in Spokane, WA, known for its jesuit catholic mission, doctoral university, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 70%, GU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,217 students each year. GU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1233–1400, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. GU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $31,818 per year; the sticker price of $66,661 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Gonzaga University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

70%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1317
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.50 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1233 – 1400 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Gonzaga University

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Demonstrated Interest
Gonzaga tracks demonstrated interest, so visit campus in Spokane, attend a virtual info session, or connect with an admissions counselor before you apply. Log every interaction because it genuinely factors into their review.
Essay Strategy
Gonzaga is a Jesuit institution with a strong focus on service, ethics, and care for the whole person, so your essays should speak to how you have acted for others or grown through challenge, not just list achievements. Make the connection to their mission feel genuine and specific, not like a template you copied.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Gonzaga University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$67k/yr$20.8k
30k-48k~$67k/yr$23.1k
48k-75k~$67k/yr$25.1k
75k-110k~$67k/yr$33.9k
110k+~$67k/yr$42.7k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

87%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$67k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
5,352
Undergrad Enrollment
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