Gonzaga recognizes student achievement through its scholarship program; 98% of incoming students receive merit scholarships. Learn more about the scholarship opportunities available at Gonzaga below. (Información en Español)
As you view our scholarships below, we also invite you to explore why a Gonzaga education is an excellent investment.
The Gonzaga Guarantee
(Please note: Restrictions apply for a small number of special programs. For more information, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.)
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- All students who complete the Application for Admission are automatically considered for one of several need-blind scholarships, no separate application forms are required.
- Criteria for the scholarship include difficulty of curriculum, grade point average, optional SAT or ACT test scores, extracurricular activities, recommendations, quality of the essay, and optional interview.
- First-Year scholarships are guaranteed for four years (applies to entering freshman and first-year transfers entering with less than 30 semester credits).
- Transfer scholarships
- Students entering with 31-59 transfer credits are guaranteed scholarship for up to 6 semesters.
- Students entering with 60+ transfer credits are guaranteed scholarship for up to 4 semesters.
- Students offered a merit scholarship must be admitted to the University, enrolled in 12+ credits each term, and maintain good academic standing to guarantee continuous scholarship. For more information, please refer to the Gonzaga Guarantee Policy.
- 98% of applicants receive a merit scholarship based on the review of their application for admission. Students are notified of their scholarship through an acceptance packet sent in the mail.
- We encourage all applicants to submit a Financial Document to Gonzaga University. Filing either the FAFSA, WASFA, or Needs Analysis Form may qualify students for other institutional, state, and/or federal funding.
- If you are a US Citizen or Green Card holder please file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible. Gonzaga's Federal School Code is 003778.
- If you are a Washington resident but are unable to file the FAFSA due to immigration status we encourage you to file the WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) as soon as possible. As a result of the Washington REAL Hope Act becoming law, applications for state need grants are now accepted. The WASFA is specifically for low-income, undocumented students that attended a Washington high school who are not able to file the FAFSA.
- If your immigration status does not allow you to file the FAFSA and you do not live in Washington State, we encourage you to file the Needs Analysis Form and submit it to: finaid@gonzaga.edu. This may qualify you for additional Gonzaga financial aid. The Needs Analysis Form only needs to be completed once during a student’s enrollment.
- The FAFSA/WASFA will be available starting October 1.
- Financial Aid Filing Priority Consideration Dates
- First-year students - December 1 (submissions are welcomed after December 1)
- Transfer students - March 1
External Scholarship Database
In addition to the list below, review the External Scholarship Database to access, search and apply for other scholarship opportunities that are not directly affiliated with Gonzaga.
Gonzaga Scholarships for First-Year Students
DEADLINE EXTENSION: January 15 for First-Year scholarships
-- Please note: You do not need an SAT/ACT to apply for the scholarships below. --
(* denotes scholarship is also available for transfer students with less than 30 semester or 45 quarter credits)
Eligibility
Academically outstanding and involved high school graduates with demonstrated financial need.
- Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.75
- Meet one of the following:
- Complete ten (10) Honors, AP, IB, or Cambridge Courses (or similar advanced coursework) during high school. This may include college coursework through programs like College in the High School, Dual Enrollment, or full-time Running Start college coursework.
- SAT score of at least 1310 (Math and Evidence-based Reading and Writing)
- ACT score of at least 28 (composite)
- Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) submitted by Dec. 1
For undocumented students, submit WASFA or Needs Analysis Form
Value of Offer
$2,000/year
Eligibility
Awarded to outstanding high school graduates who demonstrate financial need and intend to enroll in the School of Business Administration at Gonzaga.
- Intend to enroll at Gonzaga with a major in the School of Business Administration (including those interested in accounting)
- Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5
- Meet one of the following:
- Complete eight (8) Honors, AP, IB, or Cambridge Courses (or similar advanced coursework) during high school. This may include college coursework through programs like College in the High School, Dual Enrollment, or full-time Running Start college coursework.
- SAT score of at least 1230 (Math and Evidence-based Reading and Writing)
- ACT score of at least 26 (composite)
- Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) submitted by December 1
For undocumented students, submit WASFA or Needs Analysis Form
Value of Offer
$2,500/year
Eligibility
Academically outstanding and involved Catholic high school graduates with demonstrated leadership and service to others.
- Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.75
- Meet one of the following:
- Complete ten (10) Honors, AP, IB, or Cambridge Courses (or similar advanced coursework) during high school. This may include college coursework through programs like College in the High School, Dual Enrollment, or full-time Running Start college coursework.
- SAT score of at least 1310 (Math and Evidence-based Reading and Writing)
- ACT score of at least 28 (composite)
Value of Offer
$5,000/year
Eligibility
Students who wish to study abroad at Gonzaga's campus in Florence, Italy.
- Apply for this scholarship as an incoming, first-year student
- Enroll at Gonzaga University
- Demonstrate financial need indicated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
For undocumented students, submit WASFA or Needs Analysis Form - Maintain a cumulative GPA higher than 2.5 at Gonzaga
- Be in good standing with Gonzaga’s Student Development Office, which gives approval to students studying abroad.
Value of Offer
Up to $5,000 awarded junior year to study abroad at Gonzaga's campus in Florence, Italy
Eligibility
Awarded to students whose commitment to academic excellence, leadership potential, and community service are evident in their high school and pre-collegiate involvement.
- Have a cumulative unweighted GPA of at least 3.5 (at the time of application for this scholarship)
- Meet one of the following:
- Complete ten (10) Honors, AP, IB, or Cambridge Courses (or similar advanced coursework) during high school. This may include college coursework through programs like College in the High School, Dual Enrollment, or full-time Running Start college coursework.
- SAT score of at least 1310 (Math and Evidence-based Reading and Writing)
- ACT score of at least 28 (composite)
Value of Offer
$5,000/year
Eligibility
Acceptance into the Honors Program through an application and electronic portfolio as well as:
- Intellectual achievement, leadership skills, self-expression, service to others, curiosity, creativity, commitment, and resilience
- The Honors Program is test optional. While there is no minimum GPA to be admitted to the program, current students in the program entered with a range of 3.61-4.0 unweighted GPA.
Value of Offer
$1,800/year plus waiver of fees for excess credits
Gonzaga Honors Application Extended Deadline: January 15
Gonzaga Admission Decisions Sent: End of February
Honors Decision Notifications Sent: Early March
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Contact Admissions at (800) 322-2584
Eligibility
Academically outstanding and involved Montana high school graduates with demonstrated leadership and service to others.
- Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5
- Montana high school graduate
Value of Offer
$5,000/year
Eligibility
Awarded to a student who is enrolled in or descends from a federal and/or state recognized tribe.
- Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.1
- Or transfer student GPA of 3.0
Value of Offer
$5,000/year
Eligibility
Students who demonstrate humanitarianism through membership in honorary service clubs, participation in community service organizations, or individual humanitarian interests. Each year, approximately ten (10) new scholarships are awarded. Must fit one of the criteria below :
- Reside in Spokane County
- Reside in Sandpoint, ID
- Graduate of Xavier Prep in Palm Desert, CA
- Child of a Gonzaga graduate who served in the military
Value of Award
Awards are variable, ranging from $1,000 to $5,000/year
Eligibility
The Act Six Scholarship is for emerging urban and community leaders who want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their communities at home.
- Students must be from Tacoma, Seattle, or Spokane areas.
- For a complete list of eligibility and requirements visit the Act Six website
Value of Award
Full Tuition/Full Need
How to Apply
Gonzaga Scholarships for First-Year and Transfer Students
Eligibility
Awarded to qualified individuals who are high performers with leadership potential. Additional funding available for ROTC Scholarship winners. Learn more about ROTC.
Value of Award
Up to full ride and stipend
How to Apply
Contact LTC Alan Westfield in Military Science at
(800) 449-3959 / (509) 313-6517
westfield@gonzaga.edu
Eligibility
- To be eligible for the Alumni Association Scholarship, you must be a child, grandchild, or sibling of a Gonzaga Alumnus.
- Scholarship awards are only applicable to Gonzaga University Undergraduate studies; recipients must be enrolled full-time (at least 12 credits per semester).
- Learn more about the Gonzaga Alumni Scholarships here.
Value of Offer
$2,500 up to $15,000 awarded annually
How to Apply
Eligibility
Granted each year to students regardless of their intended major. Awards are given based on:
- Acceptance to the University
- Application submission to the Music Department
- Audition (live or submitted electronically)
Learn more about Music Scholarships here.
Value of Offer
Varies
How to Apply
Contact the Music Department at westerhaus@gonzaga.edu or (509) 313-6737
Gonzaga Scholarships for Transfer Students
(must have more than 30 semester or 45 quarter credits; does not apply to Running Start or dually-enrolled high school students)
Eligibility
Available to sophomore and junior transfer students who have demonstrated scholastic achievement at an accredited college, and intend to pursue a bachelors degree full-time.
Value of Offer
$4,000/year
How to Apply
Eligibility
Transfer students who list their participation (for at least one year) in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
Value of Award
$3,000/year
How to Apply
Must list participation on the Application for Admission
For questions regarding the Bauer, Brajcich, Cataldo, Gonzaga in Florence, Gonzaga Leaders, Martin, and Martin Native American scholarships, please contact Zucel Aguilar at (800) 322-2584 ext. 6575.
For all other scholarship and financial aid questions, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at (800) 793-1716.
***Additional External 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 places of worship.
