Gonzaga University

What is the cost of studying for a year at Gonzaga University?

Gonzaga's published price is substantially higher than the amount many aided students pay. For the 2024-25 academic year, reported full-time undergraduate tuition was $54,380, with $1,100 in required fees. The same reported tuition applied to in-state and out-of-state students.

• Tuition and required fees: $57,250 for a full-time undergraduate.
• Typical room and board: $16,630 for the academic year.
• Books and supplies: an estimated $1,154.

Those reported components total $73,264 before transportation, personal expenses, and other costs that may apply. This is an illustrative sum of figures from the same reporting period, not a complete individualized cost-of-attendance budget. Later published tuition figures may be higher, so applicants should use the budget for their actual entry year when comparing offers.

Financial aid changes the picture but does not erase the need to budget. In the reported IPEDS figures, average net price was $23,112 for students from families earning up to $48,000 and $42,668 for those from families earning above $110,000. Net price reflects costs after applicable grant and scholarship aid for the measured group; it is not a quoted price for any one family. Reported grant aid averaged $29,802 among the relevant undergraduate recipients, while 36% of students had student loans. Grants generally do not need repayment; loans do.

Eligible students may seek federal grants and loans, Washington state aid where applicable, and Gonzaga institutional scholarships or grants. Completing the FAFSA and meeting the applicable aid deadlines are central steps for many applicants; students with unusual financial circumstances can ask the financial aid office about a review. Military-connected students should also verify how veterans' benefits or ROTC funding interact with other aid. The most useful comparison between colleges is each student's current aid offer plus realistic living and travel costs, not tuition alone.

What are the work-study opportunities at Gonzaga University?

Gonzaga students can pursue part-time employment and, if eligible, Federal Work-Study. Work-Study is a form of need-based financial aid that supports wages from an approved job; it is not an automatic payment against a tuition bill or a guarantee of a position.

Students generally need to complete the FAFSA to be considered for Federal Work-Study, then find and apply for an eligible opening. Other campus jobs may be available without a Work-Study award. When comparing opportunities, students should check the hours, pay, eligibility rules, and whether a role builds experience relevant to their major. Internships are distinct from Work-Study jobs, and Gonzaga does not require an internship of every undergraduate.

Gonzaga's career services offer individual and group career counseling, résumé assistance, interview preparation, career exploration resources, job listings, employer recruiting, and job fairs. Students can also seek alumni networking and mentoring connections. These services support a job search; they should not be confused with a verified placement rate or a promise of employment.