Gonzaga University
Faith-based college · Spokane, WA · 5,198 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
82%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1190–1380
ACT (middle 50%)
27–31
Average net price
$32,750
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$75,461
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
85%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Gonzaga University?
Gonzaga University accepts about 82 of every 100 applicants (82%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1190 and 1380 on the SAT. A score at or above 1380 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1190, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 27–31.
The latest federal data says Gonzaga University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Gonzaga University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Gonzaga University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $75,461 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $32,750 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $57,250 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$57,250
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$57,250
- Room & board$16,630
- Total cost of attendance$75,461
- Average net price after grants$32,750
Popular majors
Business, Biology, Social Sciences, Engineering, Psychology.
Gonzaga University FAQ
- What is Gonzaga University's acceptance rate?
- 82% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Gonzaga University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1190–1380. Aim for 1380 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Gonzaga University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 27–31.
- Is Gonzaga University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Gonzaga University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Gonzaga University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Gonzaga University cost?
- About $75,461 a year before aid; $32,750 on average after grants.
- What is Gonzaga University's FAFSA school code?
- 003778. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Gonzaga University receives your information.
- What is Gonzaga University's graduation rate?
- 85% of students finish within six years.
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