Non-Degree-Seeking Student Registration

Who Are Non-Degree Seeking Students?

Non‑degree‑seeking students are approved to take courses at Gonzaga University without being formally admitted to a degree or certificate program. Students may enroll to:

  • Explore Gonzaga coursework before applying to a program.
  • Strengthen academic or professional skills.
  • Prepare for future graduate or undergraduate study.
  • Pursue personal enrichment.

Eligibility Notice

  • Master’s-level courses: Non-degree students must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

  • Doctoral-level courses: Non-degree students must have earned a master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

Important: Financial Aid is not available for non-degree status students.

Course Information

Non‑degree‑seeking students may view available courses and course details using the following resources:

Graduate Non-Degree Process

Undergraduate Non-Degree Process

Graduate Non-Degree Coursework Application Process

How to Apply

Students wishing to take graduate or doctoral coursework as non‑degree students must submit:

  • Unofficial transcripts from the institution(s) where you earned your bachelor’s and/or master’s degree(s).

  • If you are applying to take courses in the Transmission & Distribution programs, a resume will also be required.

How Decisions are Made

All applications for graduate coursework, whether degree‑seeking or non‑degree, are reviewed by faculty within the respective academic program, in accordance with Gonzaga’s graduate admissions policies. Faculty assess academic preparation and determine eligibility for enrollment.

Applying Non-Degree Coursework Toward a Future Degree at Gonzaga

If you plan to apply non-degree graduate-level credits toward a degree at Gonzaga University, please refer to the transfer credit policy here.

Questions?

For all questions about the graduate non-degree coursework application, the review process, or Gonzaga's graduate degree options (graduate certificates, master’s, or doctoral programs), please contact: 

Graduate Admissions

gradadmissions@gonzaga.edu

Call or Text (866) 380-5323

Schedule an Appointment

Questions about Courses/Course Content?

Feel free to reach out directly to the Faculty/Program contacts:

College of Arts & Sciences

Philosophy courses: Danielle Layne, layne@gonzaga.edu

Theology courses: Kevin Brown, brownk@gonzaga.edu

School of Business Administration

Accounting or Tax courses: Andrew Brajcich, brajcich@gonzaga.edu

Business courses: Vivik Patil, patil@gonzaga.edu

School of Education

Dean’s Office: soedeansoffice@gonzaga.edu

School of Engineering & Applied Science

Jilliene McKinstry: mckinstry@gonzaga.edu

School of Health Sciences

Kaylyn O'Rourke: orourkek@gonzaga.edu

School of Leadership Studies

Leadership PhD courses: dpls@gonzaga.edu

Leadership master's courses: slsmachairs@gonzaga.edu


Registering for Undergraduate Courses as a Non-degree-Seeking Student

View available course offerings in the Zagweb course listing.

Course descriptions and prerequisite information are available in the Gonzaga University Undergraduate Catalog.

Undergraduate Non-Degree Application Process

Students must submit a new Activation Request for each semester they wish to enroll.

Registration Options

1. Online Registration (Preferred)

To be activated for an upcoming semester, complete the Activation Form.

  • This process is only for undergraduate non‑degree students.

  • Graduate non‑degree students must apply through Graduate Admissions.

After submitting the Activation Form:

  • You will receive a confirmation email from the Registrar’s Office prior to the start of registration.

  • The email will include your student ID number and instructions for registering online through Zagweb.

2. In‑Person (Walk‑In) Registration

Students may also register in person by visiting the Office of the University Registrar:

     College Hall, Room 229

     502 E. Boone Avenue

     Spokane, WA 99258

     (509) 313‑6592 | registrar@gonzaga.edu

    

Registrar staff can assist with:

  • Registration procedures

  • Course information and classroom locations

  • Required registration forms


Tuition & Payment Information

Payment arrangements are due at the time of registration.

  • Students should contact the Student Accounts Office on the day they register to discuss payment options.

  • If payment is not made the same day, a billing notification will be sent via email.

  • Bills can be viewed by logging into Zagweb and accessing CASHNet.

Visit the Student Accounts website for billing and payment details.