Gonzaga University

Gonzaga University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 73% of applicants get into Gonzaga University each year. Last year, 8,409 students applied to Gonzaga University and 6,129 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to Gonzaga University, the regular decision application deadline is February 1 and the application fee is $50.

Students who apply to Gonzaga University for fall should anticipate a decision by February 28.

Gonzaga University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Gonzaga University's admissions stats.

Gonzaga University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	39%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	71%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	42%
Waitlist	Yes

Gonzaga University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Gonzaga University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	2 1	February 28

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Gonzaga University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Is Gonzaga University Difficult To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Gonzaga University. Gonzaga University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, Gonzaga University accepted 73% of all applicants, around 6,129 of the 8,409 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Gonzaga University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Gonzaga University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Gonzaga University

Gonzaga University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Gonzaga University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Gonzaga University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Gonzaga University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
First Generation	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with Gonzaga University for more information on admission factors.

Gonzaga University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Gonzaga University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Gonzaga University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Gonzaga University?

Students admitted to Gonzaga University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 24% submitted a class rank. At Gonzaga University 39% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 75% were in the top 25% and 96% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Gonzaga University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	1%
3.75 and 3.99	44%
3.50 and 3.74	32%
3.25 and 3.49	17%
3.00 and 3.24	5%
2.50 and 2.9	1%
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Gonzaga University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Gonzaga University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 71% of Gonzaga University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 42% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Gonzaga University?

To be competitive with other Gonzaga University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1180 and 1330 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Gonzaga University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1330 and 25% of scored lower than 1180, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Gonzaga University students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Gonzaga University students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at Gonzaga University, you should strive to earn between 25 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Gonzaga University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Gonzaga University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

More Information on Transferring to Gonzaga University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Gonzaga University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Gonzaga University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Gonzaga University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Gonzaga University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Gonzaga University.

Does Gonzaga University accept transfer credits?

✅ Gonzaga University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Gonzaga University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Gonzaga University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Gonzaga University?

❌ No, Gonzaga University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Gonzaga University's acceptance rate?

✅ Gonzaga University has an acceptance rate of 73%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Gonzaga University?

❌ Gonzaga University does not offer early decision.

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