Scholarship Opportunities
We are proud to offer a number of scholarships to help fund your Gonzaga experience. Several of our scholarships are awarded based on individual merit, and others require a separate application.
Our scholarships are outlined below - please be sure to scroll down to see available scholarship opportunities at Gonzaga. Please ask if you have any questions!
Gonzaga Merit Scholarships:
- All students who complete the Application for Admission are automatically considered for one of several need-blind scholarships
- Only awarded to accepted freshmen students
- Scholarships range from $4,000 to $14,000 per year and are guaranteed for four years (as long as the student enters as a freshman and maintains good academic standing)
- Criteria for the scholarship include difficulty of curriculum, grade point average, SAT or ACT test scores, extracurricular activities, recommendations, quality of the essay, and optional interview
- Separate application forms are not required
National Merit Awards:
- Available to National Merit Finalists who have contacted the National Merit Corporation to designate Gonzaga as their first choice college
- Students must meet all notification deadlines and renewal requirements set forth by the National Merit Corporation
- Awards are $6,250 per year for a total of four years. The award is increased to $7,500 per year if the applicant demonstrates significant financial need.
Girls and Boys State Scholarships:
- Available to selected high school seniors who list their participation in this program on the Application for Admission
- 4 delegates (two female and two male) will be chosen from each of the following states to receive a one-time award of $500: Alaska, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington
- A separate application is not required
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INCOMING FRESHMEN
(* denotes scholarship is also available for transfer students with less than 30 semester or 45 quarter credits) |
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Academically outstanding and involved high school graduates/financial need required. A completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must also be submitted by February 1 to be eligible. |
$2000/year |
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Academically outstanding (3.5+ GPA) and involved Catholic high school graduates with demonstrated leadership and service to others. |
$5000/year |
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| Acceptance into the Hogan Program (demonstrated leadership, creativity, and service to others. Typically a 3.7+ GPA and a 1250+ SAT or 28+ ACT.) Selection based on application and interview process. | $500/year plus waiver of fees for excess credits |
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Acceptance into the Honors Program (intellectual achievement, leadership skills, self expression, and service to others. Typically a 3.7+ GPA -- in the most rigorous courses offered -- and a 1350+ SAT or 30+ ACT.) Selection based on application and interview process. |
$500/year plus waiver of fees for excess credits |
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Academically outstanding (3.5+ GPA) and involved Montana high school graduates with demonstrated leadership and service to others. |
$5000/year |
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Awarded to students with physical disabilities and demonstrated financial need. A completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must also be submitted by February 1 to be eligible. |
varies |
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Must reside in Spokane/greater Spokane area or Sandpoint, ID. Awards will be given based on the following selection criteria: demonstration of humanitarianism through membership in honorary service clubs; participation in community service organizations or individual humanitarian interest; and two letters of recommendation. |
varies |
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Awarded to outstanding high school graduates who demonstrate financial need and enroll in the School of Business during their freshman year at Gonzaga. |
$2,500/year |
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Ignatian Leaders Scholarship (ILS) |
To apply for this scholarship students must have received an 'Invitation to Apply' from Gonzaga either in the mail or directly from their high school counselor. Criteria for nomination: Student must be in the top of his/her high school class in academic performance; have at least two years of demonstrated leadership activities; and have at least two years of demonstrated community service activities. |
$5000/year |
Counselors who wish to nominate a student who fits the nomination criteria should send the students contact information including e-mail address to ILScholarship@gonzaga.edu Postmark deadline: |
| *Charlotte Y. Martin Native American Scholarship | Awarded to students enrolled in a federal and/or state recognized tribe with minimum high school gpa of 3.1 or transfer student gpa of 3.0. |
$5,000/ year |
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ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN AND TRANSFER STUDENTS
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Awarded to qualified individuals who are high performers with leadership potential. Additional funding available for ROTC Scholarship winners. Contact Military Science Department at (800) 449-3959 or (509) 313-6517. |
up to full ride and stipend |
Contact LTC Alan Westfield in Military Science at Deadline: November 15th |
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Granted each year to students regardless of their intended major. Awards are given based on 1) acceptance to the University; 2) an application submitted to the Music Department; 3) audition (live or tape); and 4) financial need. |
varies |
Contact the Music Department at music@gonzaga.edu Deadline: February 14th |
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TRANSFER STUDENTS
(must have more than 30 semester or 45 quarter credits; does not apply to dually-enrolled high school students) |
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Scholarships Which Require Separate Application |
Eligibility | Value of Award | How to Apply |
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Available to sophomore and junior transfer students who have demonstrated scholastic achievement at an accredited community college, and intend to pursue a bachelors degree full-time. |
$3000/year |
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Phi Theta Kappa |
Transfer students who list their participation (for at least one year) in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. |
$2000/year |
Must list participation on the Application for Admission |
| ***Outside Scholarship Opportunities exist through many organizations within your community, and we encourage you to pursue them whenever possible. Contact your guidance counselor or check with service organizations such as Knights of Columbus, Rotary Club, and Elks Club. Other possible sponsors include employers, parent's employers, trade associations, banks, credit unions, corporations, schools, and churches. |
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Please contact Michael Sass at (800)322-2584 ext. 6483, with merit scholarship or ILS Scholarship questions. For questions regarding the Bauer, Brajcich, Cataldo, Martin and Martin Native American scholarships, please contact Erik Hoffman at (800) 322-2584 extension 6285. For all other scholarship and financial aid questions, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at (800) 793-1716. |
