A. Degrees Offered
Gonzaga University offers majors leading to the degrees listed below. For specific majors within these degrees, more information can be found under the listing of the individual School, College, or Institute. This document provides undergraduate degree information and references to the other divisions of the University. Information on graduate and legal studies can be found in the Graduate catalog and Law Student Handbook and Course descriptions. The University has the following advisory programs to assist students in preparation for admission into professional schools: pre-dentistry, pre-law, and pre-medicine. The Department of Military Science also offers a program leading to a commission in the United States Army.
- The College of Arts and Sciences confers the degrees (Honors and General),of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) (Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and the Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Art.
- The School of Business Administration confers the degrees (Honors and General) of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), and Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.).
- The School of Education confers four degrees (Honors and General): Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Special Education, Sport Management, Kinesiology, and Community, Culture, and Language Education. The school also provides programs leading to initial and continuing teacher certification in elementary, secondary, and special education in conjunction with the B.A. degree.
- The School of Engineering and Applied Science confers the degrees (Honors and General) of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)in Computer Science and Computational Thinking and the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, and Computer Science.
- The School of Health Sciences confers the degree (Honors and General)of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) and B.S. in Human Physiology.
- The School of Law confers the degree of Juris Doctor. In cooperation with the Graduate School of Business, a combined program is offered for the M.B.A./J.D. and MACC/J.D.
- The Institute for Informatics and Applied Technology confers the degree (Honors and General) of Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Data Science.
A listing of graduate programs in the above College, Schools, and Institute can be found at https://www.gonzaga.edu/catalogs/current/graduate.
B. Programs Offered
1. Special University-Wide Programs
Gonzaga makes available special programs for selected students in all of its Schools, College, and Institute. Further information on the following programs can be found on the Gonzaga website.- Honors Program: A distinctive curriculum for academically motivated undergraduates, featuring innovative, collaborative courses and immersive educational experiences. The program is designed to complement all majors and programs at Gonzaga. Upon graduation, students in this program receive an Honors designation as part of their degree. For further information visitwww.gonzaga.edu/honors.
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International Admission: Gonzaga University welcomes international students and provides guidance on admission criteria and required documentation. International applicants are encouraged to contact Gonzaga at admissions@gonzaga.edu.
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International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS): International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) offers centralized support to student visa holders at all education levels and visiting scholars. ISSS services include immigration advising, community building, cultural adaptation, assistance with tax return, insurance and SSN processes. ISSS can be reached at ISSS@gonzaga.edu.
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Study Abroad Program: Gonzaga University offers a multitude of different study abroad opportunities in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Oceania for the academic year, semester, or summer study. Opportunities to complete internships, research, and service learning abroad are also available.
2. Pre-Professional Programs
Pre-Health Professions: Pre-health students are those interested in pursuing a career and graduate study in fields such as Dentistry, Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Veterinary Medicine, and other health professions. Students who are matriculating in the direct-entry undergraduate nursing program are not considered pre-health, and have access to advising and career preparation through the School of Health Sciences.
Most health professions graduate programs do not require specific undergraduate majors. At Gonzaga, students are strongly encouraged to choose a major that they are genuinely interested in studying. This will increase the likelihood of academic success, a big factor in graduate school admissions.
Health professions programs each determine their own admissions prerequisite coursework, but most require a strong foundation in the basic sciences along with coursework in the humanities, which can be found in the University Core Curriculum. In consultation with their academic advisors, students can expect to complete a basic science curriculum that includes Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Math. Additional science courses may be necessary based on specific program requirements.
Admission to health professions graduate programs is competitive. Schools look for candidates that have distinguished themselves in their academics, leadership, and service and gained the skills necessary to be effective members of their professions. Health professions graduate programs assess cognitive abilities primarily through GPA and standardized admission tests. Students have the opportunity to demonstrate a commitment to their chosen field and highlight personal attributes and experiences by submitting an application, writing several essay questions, requesting letters of recommendation, and participating in interviews. Hands-on experience in healthcare settings is vital to both the preparation and admission processes. This clinical experience exposes students to the complex duties expected of today’s healthcare professionals and enables them to make informed career decisions.
The Health Professions Pathways Program (H3P)provides comprehensive support for students from all majors interested in pursuing graduate study and future careers in the health professions. For more information, visit www.gonzaga.edu/h3p or email h3p@gonzaga.edu.
Pre-Law:
A bachelor’s degree is typically required for admission to law school. Law schools do not require or prefer certain undergraduate majors and strive to admit students from a variety of backgrounds. Students are encouraged to work with advisors to select a major that matches their strengths and interests and helps them prepare for a future law career. Courses that enhance reading comprehension, research, writing, and critical analysis skills are beneficial; these abilities are crucial to success on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and as a future law school student.
Law schools tend to admit students who have a clear motivation to study law, have done well in their undergraduate studies, and scored well on their standardized admission exam. Students should seek opportunities to learn more about the legal field; this may include job shadowing, informational interviewing, internships, mentoring, and work experiences. Law schools also evaluate candidates based on their resume of co-curricular, professional, and life experiences. Students often develop valuable skills through involvement with clubs and organizations, service, study abroad, research, work, and other experiences.
Gonzaga University pre-law advising is coordinated by Career & Professional Development (CPD) and Fr. Bryan Pham serves as the university’s pre-law advisor. Gonzaga pre-law provides students with information and support through workshops and 1-on-1 appointments on topics including career discernment, experiential engagement, and the application process. For more information, please visit the Gonzaga pre-law website.