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General Questions
Yes, Gonzaga University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
For more information about accreditation you can go to our accreditation explanation page.
- Official Transcripts – from all universities attended.
- Two Confidential Letters of Recommendation.
- Statement of Purpose.
- Updated Resume or CV.
See our How to Apply page for more details.
However, if you have a bachelor's degree in another science or discipline with advanced math skills and programming experience, you may need to take prerequisite courses to be successful in the program.
Please see our curriculum page for more information or talk with our Admissions Specialist who can answer your questions or connect you with faculty.
Gonzaga University offers an accelerated option for Gonzaga undergraduate students interested in pursuing a Master of Science in Data Science, allowing them to begin graduate coursework while still completing their undergraduate degree so they can complete both their Bachelor's and Master's degree in five years. Eligible students apply prior to their senior year and may take up to three MS in Data Science courses during their final undergraduate year. These graduate-level courses are billed at the standard undergraduate tuition rate, offering significant cost savings. Additionally, the courses can be used to satisfy certain undergraduate Computer Science or Math degree requirements; however, it’s important to note that the credits earned cannot be double-counted toward both degrees. More details can be found at Gonzaga Accelerated Graduate Programs.
Jesuits have been educating people since 1540. Gonzaga was founded in 1887 and continues to pursue its mission of educating leaders with the capacity for reflective and critical thought.
Gonzaga's master's programs offer you the opportunity to pursue a degree that strives to educate the whole person: intellectually, spiritually, physically and emotionally.
To learn more about the Jesuit influence at Gonzaga you can go to our mission and values page.
As a Gonzaga student, you are well connected with resources to support you.
Whether it is academic, career or emotional support, Gonzaga is here to help in any capacity.
Here are some of the resources that may be offered to you:
- Graduate Student Services
- Academic Advising
- Career & Professional Development services for life
- Health & Well-Being
Tuition, Scholarships, Financing
Tuition is $1,200 per credit.
The M.S. in Data Science program is 30 credits.
Tuition does not cover fees, books or other materials required by this program.
There are multiple ways to pay for your M.S. in Data Science including employer tuition reimbursement, Federal Financial Aid, scholarships and payment plans.
You can find more options on our tuition and financing page.