“A nationally acclaimed Jesuit university in Spokane — where rigorous academics, values-based education, and one of the greatest basketball programs in NCAA history converge.”
Gonzaga University, founded in 1887 by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), is a comprehensive, values-driven university known for its commitment to developing the whole person — intellectually, professionally, and ethically. Located on the banks of the Spokane River in Spokane, Washington, Gonzaga has grown from a small regional college into a nationally recognized research institution. Gonzaga's academic programs in business (Jepson School of Business), engineering, law, education, and nursing are among the strongest in the Pacific Northwest. The School of Engineering has produced graduates sought by major technology and aerospace firms, and the Jepson School consistently ranks among the best undergraduate business programs in the West. Gonzaga's pre-law pipeline through the Gonzaga School of Law is a powerful draw for undergraduates interested in legal careers. Beyond academics, Gonzaga is perhaps best known nationally for its legendary men's basketball program — the Bulldogs have appeared in the Final Four multiple times and compete as one of the nation's elite programs. This has given Gonzaga remarkable national visibility for a university of its size and helped foster a passionate and unified campus community.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
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Tuition & Fees (All Students)
$54,200
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
An AACSB-accredited business school known for its values-based approach to business education and strong placement in Pacific Northwest and national firms.
A focused engineering school offering highly regarded programs in civil, electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering with strong industry ties.
The heart of Gonzaga's Jesuit liberal arts tradition, offering programs across philosophy, theology, social sciences, natural sciences, and the humanities.
A highly respected nursing school with strong NCLEX pass rates and excellent clinical placement across Spokane's healthcare systems.
4 years
Direct-admit nursing program at Gonzaga's School of Nursing & Human Physiology with high NCLEX pass rates and clinical placements at Providence Sacred Heart and other Spokane-area hospitals.
4 years
AACSB-accredited business degree with concentrations in finance, accounting, marketing, and entrepreneurship; small class sizes and strong PNW recruiting pipeline (Microsoft, Boeing, Amazon, Starbucks).
4 years
STEM-designated program with options in cybersecurity, data science, and computational thinking; eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after F-1 graduation.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $76,761
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
