Gonzaga University

Gonzaga University (abbreviated GU ) is a non-profit, private, educational institution of higher education that has been active in scientific and academic activities in America since the beginning of the distant 1887. GU University now has its small student campus in Spokane.

Gonzaga University — a private comprehensive university offering hundreds of undergraduate majors and minors, as well as dozens of master's and doctoral programs.

The educational institution was founded by priest Joseph Cataldo in 1887 and named after Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, a Jesuit. Having been engaged in educational activities for over 130 years, the university strives to keep up with modern trends in higher education and offers excellent conditions both for study and personal development. Gonzaga University is a relatively small institution, which allows students to be in a "home-like" atmosphere, receive comprehensive support and additional opportunities from teachers and specialized staff. Today, about 7470 students are studying here, some of whom are foreign nationals.

Despite its small size, Gonzaga University competes with leading institutions in the country in national and international rankings. Outstanding student achievement and their employment rate after graduation, teaching quality, personalized approach to students, and extensive opportunities for extracurricular development of students' strengths are considered distinctive features here.

The learning process is complemented by a multitude of extracurricular opportunities and support forms: career counseling, internship or volunteer placement assistance, curriculum adaptation to individual needs, mentoring, and much more. Specialized departments of Gonzaga University are available to everyone, offering comprehensive assistance in resolving any issues.

Teaching is conducted at six schools and faculties in the following areas:

• Business Administration,
• Arts and Sciences,
• Education,
• Engineering, Applied Sciences,
• Medical Sciences,
• Law.

Gonzaga University also operates a school of leadership studies and, under its guidance, a satellite campus in Florence.

Gonzaga University students can choose the type of on-campus housing that best suits them: traditional, apartment-style, or suite. The Housing Department staff offers assistance in finding off-campus housing.

• Ten traditional residences — double bedrooms are located on both sides of the corridor and are fully furnished. There are shared bathrooms and kitchens on the floors, and a laundry room, recreation areas and other common spaces on the basement floor. Some residences allow men and women to live together in the building, while others specialize in one gender.
• Eight luxury complexes — small houses with two- or three-bedroom apartments: two bedrooms, each equipped for two residents, are combined by a shared bathroom. There are shared kitchens, recreation areas and laundry rooms on the floors.
• Four apartment complexes — each apartment includes mainly 2-3 separate single bedrooms, a shared bathroom for residents, a kitchen and a living area. The buildings have laundry rooms, cafeterias, lounges and other common areas.

More than ten dining halls and cafeterias operate on the territory of Gonzaga University, offering a diverse menu with national and international cuisine. Students living on campus purchase a meal plan that can be used at any of the establishments — it includes a certain number of meals per week and additional points for purchases in university stores. The meal plan allows you to choose any dishes, including vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan, and halal options.

Outside of academic studies at Gonzaga University, student life is bustling: students attend sports practices for team/paired sports, participate in performing and visual arts clubs, organize public events, and take part in internships.

Art is presented in several large-scale areas:

• Visual Arts — students study in specialized studios and on open areas of the campus, focusing on their artistic and design abilities. Their works are periodically exhibited in two museums at Gonzaga University alongside permanent collections,
• Performing Arts — specialized music instrument playing studios, vocal training facilities, orchestral performance spaces, and various types of dance can be found on campus. Most university events do not go without a symphony orchestra and individual soloists, participation of leading performers, dancers, and comedians.

Throughout the year, students attend regular team sports training sessions, individual classes in the gym and swimming pool. Depending on their wishes and goals, they are offered competitive and amateur sports. Among the competitive ones:

• Baseball,
• Basketball,
• Rowing,
• Football,
• Tennis,
• Athletics,
• Volleyball,
• Golf.

These and more than 25 other areas can be visited without participating in competitions — just to maintain an active lifestyle and physical health.

Gonzaga University for the past few years has not left the top ranking in the country. In addition, Gonzaga University easily proves its right to take one of the highest positions in the TOP of the best at the global level.

This is a medium-sized institution of higher education, where about 7,000 people can complete a course each year. Students have access to participate in international exchange programs.

University Infrastructure

The infrastructure of the university implies the presence of a large scientific library. In addition, the institution of higher education offers students affordable housing in the form of a dormitory. The University is a member of various research groups and associations, including the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU), the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU), Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

The academic calendar includes two semesters and a summer session:

• Autumn: August-December,
• Spring: January-May,
• Summer session: May-August.

Throughout the year, classes are held on weekdays, and recreation for most students is organized on weekends and holidays, during seasonal breaks.

The list of additional expenses will include:

• Registration and administrative fees,
• Accommodation, meal plan and related housing costs,
• Some extracurricular activities,
• Medical insurance,
• Books, consumables,
• Additional academic opportunities not included in the curriculum,
• Personal expenses.

The admissions committee expects a completed application, the required documents and paid registration fee. Gonzaga University staff will guide applicants through all stages of admission, including arranging a campus visit, communicating with professors, and conducting interviews. Based on the results of the entrance stages, candidates receive an official acceptance letter, after which they can arrive on campus at the beginning of the semester.

According to statistics, 93% of graduates find employment, continue their academic path or join the army within one year of completing the program. 86% of students complete their chosen course on time — no later than six years.

In order to replenish the ranks of university students, applicants need to submit documents on time, and also successfully pass the entrance exams. The Admissions Committee considers applications from both local residents and visitors from different countries around the globe. Statistics show that about 80 percent of applications of applicants as a result receive the approval of the commission. And, nevertheless, the situation may differ slightly depending on what kind of faculty and specialty we are talking about. Tuition at Gonzaga University .

Gonzaga University annually awards dozens of academic, athletic and creative scholarships based on students' outstanding achievements. Students can take advantage of grant programs, federal loans and subsidies by contacting staff for assistance.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision