Updated on 10/01/2019

So, you’re thinking about applying to Gonzaga University, and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.

With an acceptance rate of 67%, admission to Gonzaga is mildly competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1300, or an ACT score of around 27.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and you’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at Gonzaga admission statistics.

Gonzaga 2019 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2023

Gonzaga’s acceptance rate in 2019 was 67%. For students applying to the class of 2023, out of 7,324 applicants, Gonzaga admitted about 4,928. The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.72, the average ACT score was 27, and the average SAT score was 1260.

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 25, and the 75th percentile score was 29.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1090. The 75th percentile score was 1290.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

As we said, admission to Gonzaga is very competitive. Even if Gonzaga is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at Gonzaga’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

Gonzaga 2020 Application Requirements: Class of 2024

To apply to Gonzaga, you’ll need to fill out The Common Application for Undergraduate Admission including the Personal Essay and Activities List, submit your ACT or SAT scores, submit your high school transcript, submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, submit a Common Application School Report, and finally submit the $50 application fee. Everything should be submitted by November 15th for Early Action, and February 1st for Regular Decision.

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out The Common Application for Undergraduate Admission including the Personal Essay and Activities List
• Submit your ACT or SAT scores
• Submit a Common Application School Report
• Submit your high school transcript
• Submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher
• Submit the $50 application fee

The application deadline is November 15th for Early Action and February 1st for Regular Decision.

Have you been admitted to Gonzaga? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

Gonzaga 2019 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2023

If you matriculate at Gonzaga, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

• Roughly 47% are male and 53% are female
• 1.5% of students are international

Gonzaga has a diverse class, as well. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 1.5%
• Underrepresented minority: 3.5%
• Two or more races: 5.9%
• White: 72.5%

What do these admitted students plan to study? Gonzaga offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Engineering
• Social Sciences
• Psychology

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

Gonzaga Tuition Figures

At $55,310, Gonzaga’s cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $21,948.

Here’s a fuller look at Gonzaga tuition and financial aid in 2017:

• Total budget: $55,310
• Average financial aid package: $21,948
• The average student debt of a Gonzaga graduate is $30,700

Now, what is life like at Gonzaga? Let’s take a look.

Campus Location

Gonzaga’s main campus is located in Spokane, Washington, about a half mile from the downtown area itself.

The campus is known for its many artworks devoted to historical religious figures and famous Catholics.

Remember, you’re going to Gonzaga for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

Gonzaga Academics

Gonzaga has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Accounting
• Broadcast Journalism
• Civil Engineering
• Drama
• Economics
• Finance
• History
• Italian Language and Literature
• Journalism
• Kinesiology and Exercise Science
• Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Media Studies
• Philosophy
• Radio and Television
• Rhetoric and Composition
• Sport and Fitness Administration

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at Gonzaga.

Student Life at Gonzaga

Gonzaga has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of Gonzaga’s student activities:

• A Moment Of Magic
• Arabic and Middle East Culture Club
• Boundless Dance Club
• Campus Kitchens
• Classics Club
• Dungeons And Dragons Club
• Elder Law Club
• Filipino American Student Union
• Gay-Straight Alliance Outlaws
• Gonzaga Dodgeball Club
• Harry Potter Club
• iZAG: online radio station
• Japanese Club
• Kennel Club
• Love Your Melon
• Makers and Developers Club
• New Venture Lab

Are you an athlete? Gonzaga’s got plenty of options for you.

Gonzaga Athletics

Gonzaga offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.

Gonzaga’s sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross-Country
• Golf
• Soccer
• Rowing
• Track & Field
• Tennis

Who might you become with a Gonzaga degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

Gonzaga has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• NBA player John Stockton
• Actor and singer Bing Crosby
• Washington governor Christine Gregoire
• Writer Sherman Alexie
• MLS player Brian Ching
• Washington Supreme Court Judge Mary Fairhurst
• NASCAR driver Chad Little
• Musician Chad Mitchell
• Founder & CEO of River Road Entertainment Bill Pohlad

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into Gonzaga is mildly competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.

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