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What are the admission requirements for transfer students?
All transfer students must complete the Gonzaga University Application for Admission, Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4.
If you have more than 30 semester credits (45 quarter credits) when you apply, we need only your official college transcripts. We like to see a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.7 for college work, but this can vary depending upon the difficulty of your course load, number of credits, and unique life circumstances.
There is no minimum number of college credits required to transfer and students are not required to complete an Associate degree prior to transferring.
When should I apply?
The priority application deadlines are March 1 for Fall Semester and November 1 for Spring semester. Be sure to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 1 for the upcoming academic year. Our school code is 003778. Students who commit to Gonzaga early have much better opportunities for scheduling their courses for the upcoming term.
Will my credits transfer to Gonzaga?
In general, your college credits should transfer to Gonzaga as long as:
- The institution is accredited
- You received a "C" (2.0) grade or better
- Courses are college-level and academic (not remedial or vocational/technical)
Please refer to the on-line Transfer Guide to see how courses from your current institution transfer. The Transfer Guide is relatively up-to-date and complete for Washington State Community Colleges. However, for some institutions, the Transfer Guide is "built" as we receive students' transcripts, and may have only a few courses listed. Gonzaga reserves the right to review coursework equivalencies at any time depending on changing requirements.
Does my AA degree cover core requirements?
Students who have completed the Associates of Arts—Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) and Associates of Sciences—Transfer (AS-T) degrees from Washington State community colleges, or an Associate of Arts from North Idaho College, are granted junior standing.
The AA-DTA fulfills the core requirements for the College of Arts and Sciences. The University core is fulfilled, except for the following: college mathematics course above intermediate algebra, Introduction to Speech, and six courses in Philosophy and Religious Studies.
Students pursuing degrees in Business, Engineering, Education, or Professional Studies are advised to follow the AS-T degree guidelines, rather than the AA-DTA. AS-T coursework is evaluated course-by-course; therefore, students are encouraged to contact the Transfer Counselor well before anticipated transfer for assistance with course selection.
"I am a Running Start student (or dually enrolled), and I will graduate from high school and complete my AA degree at the same time. Do I apply as a 'Transfer Student'?"
Will you accept courses taken elsewhere for the University core requirements?
In general, yes, except for Religious Studies. We will generally accept Religion or Theology coursework only from other Jesuit or Catholic universities.
What about major or minor coursework?
At Gonzaga, the academic Department Chairs determine if courses taken at other institutions can be used towards major/minor requirements.
"I already have a Bachelor's degree, but I want to pursue another line of study at Gonzaga. Am I a 'Transfer Student'?"
Technically, you are a "post-baccalaureate" student and a "second degree seeker", but you will apply as a transfer student. You will need to complete the University and School core, as well as any major requirements you have not already had.
Can I meet with a counselor and discuss my transfer?
Yes, absolutely! You can contact our Visit Office to make the appointment. Be sure to take a campus tour, talk to a Financial Aid counselor, and sit in on a class. To schedule a visit, call (800) 322-2584, ext. 6531 or (509) 313-6531.
Do you have any special visit or preview days for transfer students?
Yes! Transfer Visit Day is Thursday, March 27, 2008. Call the Visit Office at (800) 322-2584, extension 6531 or (509) 313-6531 to R.S.V.P.