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Gonzaga University

#1 in Best Value Colleges in Washington
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Spokane, WA
  • 1,114 reviews
A-
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    B+
  2. Value
    A+
  3. Diversity
    A-
  4. Campus
    A-
  5. Athletics
    A
  6. Party Scene
    B+
  7. Professors
    B
  8. Location
    B
  9. Dorms
    B+
  10. Campus Food
    B+
  11. Student Life
    A
  12. Safety
    B-
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Gonzaga is a highly rated private, Catholic university located in Spokane, Washington. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 5,080 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Gonzaga acceptance rate is 67%. Popular majors include Business, Psychology, and Mechanical Engineering. Graduating 84% of students, Gonzaga alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $42,800.
About Gonzaga University...
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
West Coast Conference
Address
502 E Boone Ave
Spokane, WA 99258
Website
gonzaga.edu

Gonzaga University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
67%
Application Deadline
February 1
SAT Range
1110-1300
ACT Range
25-30
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes
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Cost

Net Price
$33,586/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $23,527/ year
  • $30-48k
    $24,668/ year
  • $49-75k
    $30,468/ year
  • $76-110k
    $32,732/ year
  • $110k+
    $51,208/ year
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Academics

Professors
B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
85%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.62 responses
64%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.67 responses
49%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.67 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Business
    252 Graduates
  • Psychology
    115 Graduates
  • Mechanical Engineering
    104 Graduates
  • Biology
    86 Graduates
  • Accounting
    80 Graduates
  • Nursing
    77 Graduates
  • Political Science and Government
    55 Graduates
  • Public Relations
    51 Graduates
  • Civil Engineering
    49 Graduates
  • English
    40 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
5,080Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
13%
Varsity Athletes
7%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 43 responses
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  • Motivated and friendly
    81%
  • Dedicated
    7%
  • Intelligent and snobby
    7%
  • Fin
    2%
  • Nonchalant
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
98%
Poll
77%
of students say they don't have Greek life.57 responses
Poll
62%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.102 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 46 responses
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  • Community
    46%
  • Basketball
    28%
  • Go zags
    20%
  • Expensive
    4%
  • Fast-paced
    2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$54,100/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
84%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
88%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.41 responses
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Gonzaga is amazing! It truly is a community where everyone is willing to help one another out, no matter the circumstance. It's almost unusual how nice and pleasant the environment is--there is not a time where someone does not hold a door open for you (and then you have to do that light jog because you are actually a lot further from the door than anticipated). The Spokane area is not the best, most activities are done on campus; Spokane is honestly a little crusty. If you're used to culture or seeing people of color in your community back home, Spokane will be a culture shock.
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Gonzaga is amazing. I thought I wanted parties and football and greek life, but I realized those things don't make me a good person. Gonzaga has so many clubs, organizations, and simply amazing people that have helped me become who I am. The class sizes are amazing, party scene is actually awesome and so fun, and I met my lifelong friends! Would recommend to anyone!
Gonzaga has such a welcoming atmosphere. From the moment I stepped on campus, I felt right at home. The students here are very kind, fun-loving, and dedicated to their work. The faculty genuinely cares about our success. I cannot imagine going anywhere other than Gonzaga because my experience here has gone beyond my expectations!