The Gonzaga University, named for Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, was established in Spokane, Washington, in 1887. Gonzaga is a Catholic, Jesuit and humanistic University ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a top-100 National University. Gonzaga University’s humanistic heritage focuses on educating the mind, body, and spirit, and developing personal, academic, and professional growth through critical thought and creative innovation.
In collaboration with Gonzaga University, Shorelight has created a suite of programs that are both challenging and engaging, with the goal of providing a world-class support system, and a personalized experience for international students.
Gonzaga offers international students 49 majors with more than 60 minors and 50 different concentrations. Graduate international students can choose from four-degree options in business and education through Gonzaga Global. Popular highly ranked programs include engineering, business, accounting, finance, and computer science. The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio and average class size of 24 give you direct access to professors and allow for a more hands-on approach. Small class sizes also strengthen interactions with your classmates, leading to lively debates and conversations.
The University has the career-building opportunities that many international students look for when they come to the United States to pursue their education, such as connections with industry leaders and opportunities to work closely with faculty and staff to plan and personalize their education.
Location
Spokane, Washington (USA)
Gongaza University is situated along the Spokane River less than a mile from the city’s downtown core. Located in the gorgeous Pacific Northwest, Spokane, Washington, is a student-friendly city known for restaurants, the arts, and outdoor activities.
Spokane, Washington, is a medium-sized city located in the Western United States. Spokane is the second-largest city in Washington (after Seattle) and is known for its beauty and access to the mountains. Spokane is part of the Pacific Northwest gateway, home to Fortune 500 companies, tech giants, and start-ups in Washington state that are eager to hire skilled international students. Apple, Honeywell, Insight, and Intrado all have a presence in Spokane.
Idaho is just 20 miles away, the Canadian border is two hours away, and the major tech hub of Seattle is a four-hour drive down Route 90, and has the headquarters of major companies such as Amazon, Starbucks, and Microsoft. The major interstate highway that spans the United States and connects Seattle and Boston.
Schools & Faculties
Undergraduate:
- College of Arts & Sciences
- School of Business Administration
- School of Education
- School of Engineering & Applied Sciences
- School of Nursing & Human Physiology
Graduate:
- School of Business Administration
- School of Education
