Degree Options & Study Paths

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 or College. 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-health and pre-law. 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 degrees (Honors and General) of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and the Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.). 
  • 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 degrees (Honors and General) of 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 Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, Data Science, and Computer Science.
  • The School of Health Sciences confers the degree (Honors and General) of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.), B.S. in Human Physiology, and Bachelor of Arts in Public Health.  

A listing of graduate programs in the above College and Schools can be found in the Undergraduate Catalog at on the the Graduate Programs page or by viewing the Graduate Catalog.

Additional Study Plans

Special University-Wide Plans

Gonzaga makes available special plans of study for selected students in all of its Schools and College. 

  • Honors: 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.

  • 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.

  • 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. 

  • Study Abroad: 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. 

Accelerated Plans: These stem from arrangements made by areas offering graduate degrees at Gonzaga that allow an undergraduate student to apply and be accepted to pursue a Gonzaga graduate degree  or the Law School whilst pursuing a baccalaureate degree. During the last year of their undergraduate study, a student admitted in any of these accelerated plans is eligible to complete up to 9 credits of graduate level course work. The minimum requirements are as follows:

  • Admitted to pursue a Gonzaga University graduate degree or into the Law School.
  • Registered in a minimum of 12 undergraduate credits for the term in which any graduate credits will be registered.
  • Remain at or below a total of 18 credits, including the graduate credits for the term the graduate course(s) are taken.

Pre-Professional Plans

Pre-Health Professions

Pre-health students are those interested in pursuing a career and graduate study in fields including Dentistry, Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Veterinary Medicine. Students who are matriculating in the direct-entry undergraduate nursing program (BSN) are not considered pre-health. They 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 areas 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 studies 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 studies' admissions processes 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 has a dedicated pre-law advisor. Gonzaga pre-law provides students with information and support through workshops and one-on-one appointments on topics including career discernment, experiential engagement, and the application process. For more information, please visit the Gonzaga pre-law website.