First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | February 1, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: gonzaga.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Gonzaga University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | 4 Math 157 | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 4 Math 157 | |
| Biology | 4 | 3 Biology 104 & 104L | |
| Chemistry | 4 | 3 Chemistry 198 | |
| Physics 1 | 4 | 3 Lower Division Physics Elective | |
| English Language and Composition | 4 | 3 English 190 | |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | 3 English 102 | |
| Psychology | 4 | 3 Psychology 101 |
Show all 35 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | 4 Math 157 | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 4 Math 157 | |
| Biology | 4 | 3 Biology 104 & 104L | |
| Chemistry | 4 | 3 Chemistry 198 | |
| Physics 1 | 4 | 3 Lower Division Physics Elective | |
| English Language and Composition | 4 | 3 English 190 | |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | 3 English 102 | |
| Psychology | 4 | 3 Psychology 101 | |
| Statistics | 4 | 3 Math 121 | |
| Computer Science A | 4 | 3 Computer Science 121 | |
| Macroeconomics | 4 | 3 Economics 202 | |
| Microeconomics | 4 | 3 Economics 201 | |
| World History: Modern | 4 | 3 History 112 | |
| Environmental Science | 4 | 3 Biology 104 & 104L | |
| Physics 2 | 4 | 3 Physics 107 | |
| European History | 4 | 3 History 102 | |
| Human Geography | 4 | 3 EDTE 469 | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 4 | 4 Spanish 101 | |
| Music Theory | 4 | 3 Music 161 | |
| 4 or 5 (majors only) | 3 | ENVS 101 | |
| 5 | 3 | 3 credits for Chemistry 198 OR Chemistry 101; 1…3 credits for Chemistry 198 OR Chemistry 101; 1 credit of Chemistry 101L possible following review of AP Lab notebook | |
| 5 | 3 | 3 credits for Lower Division Physics Elective and…3 credits for Lower Division Physics Elective and the option to take departmental exam. Students with passing exam scores may elect to receive 4 credits toward PHYS 121 (no lab credit) | |
| 5 | 3 | BIOL 104, 104L Or BIOL 105 (no lab credit); most…BIOL 104, 104L Or BIOL 105 (no lab credit); most STEM students | |
| 5 | 3 | English 101 | |
| 5 | 3 | VART 190 | |
| 5 | 4 | 4 credits for Physics 112 (no lab credit) | |
| 5 | 4 | Physics 111 | |
| African American Studies | 4 | 3 Elective credit in Critical Race & Ethnic…3 Elective credit in Critical Race & Ethnic Studies (CRES); can be used toward minor in CRES | |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 4 | 4 Chinese 101 | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 4 | 3 Political Science 103 | |
| French Language and Culture | 4 | 4 French 101 | |
| German Language and Culture | 4 | 4 German 101 | |
| Government and Politics, U.S | 4 | 3 Political Science 101 | |
| History, U.S | 4 | 3 History 103 (formerly History 201) | |
| Italian Language and Culture | 4 | 4 Italian 101 | |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 4 | 4 Japanese 101 | |
| Latin | 4 | 3 Latin 201 | |
| Math, Pre-Calculus | 4 | 3 Math 147 | |
| Music Listening/Literature | 4 | 3 Music 171 | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | 3 Physics 107 | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | 3 Lower Division Physics Elective |
Source: gonzaga.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business/Commerce | 251 |
| Psychology | 109 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 89 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 62 |
| Computer Science | 58 |
| Accounting | 57 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 44 |
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | 43 |
Show the other 36 majors
| Political Science and Government | 34 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 31 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 31 |
| Civil Engineering | 29 |
| Criminology | 24 |
| English Language and Literature | 23 |
| History | 22 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 19 |
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 18 |
| Public Relations/Image Management | 17 |
| Sociology | 15 |
| Mathematics | 14 |
| Engineering/Industrial Management | 14 |
| Computer Engineering | 14 |
| Environmental Studies | 11 |
| Journalism | 10 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 10 |
| Philosophy | 9 |
| Biochemistry | 9 |
| Applied Mathematics | 8 |
| Dance | 7 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 7 |
| Music Performance | 6 |
| Environmental Science | 6 |
| International Relations and Affairs | 6 |
| Broadcast Journalism | 6 |
| Education, Other | 5 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 5 |
| Music Teacher Education | 2 |
| Chemistry | 2 |
| Physics | 2 |
| French Language and Literature | 1 |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 1 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 1 |
| Asian Studies/Civilization | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division I, WCC
Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Rowing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division I, WCC
Basketball, Golf, Rowing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Army
Faith groups
Cru, Hillel, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), valormovement.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, midsize
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA
604,962 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Spokane International (GEG)
Nearest hub airport
Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 15.7 of 20
Elevation
1,906 ft
Time zone
Pacific
January low
26°F
July high
87°F
Annual snowfall
45.4 in
Days at 90°F or higher
29 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,080 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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