There are many options when it comes to financing your master's degree. You can apply for federal financial aid, which is not based on need, check your company for employer reimbursement or gain scholarships.
Financial Aid
- Graduate student financial aid is not based on income
- Eligible students can borrow up to $20,500 in a Federal Unsubsidized Loan
- Additional loan options can be the Graduate PLUS Loan or a Private/Alternative Loan
- To be eligible, students must annually complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Gonzaga University’s school code is 003778
- Students must be admitted as a matriculated student in a graduate program in order to receive federal financial aid.
Scholarships
- Please refer to your individual graduate program "Tuition and Financial Aid" webpages to learn more about scholarships for incoming students.
- Gonzaga’s Financial Aid Office maintains a database of scholarships for students to access, search and apply for scholarships.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate Assistants provide you with some financial help to pursue your degree and offer the following opportunities to further your education.
- Work closely with faculty members.
- Gain further expertise in their field; enhance their research skills and develop pedagogical skills.
- Acquire experience in leadership, interpersonal effectiveness and performance evaluation.
- Please reach out to your specific school of study for more information on available assistantships.
Military Benefits
- As a demonstration of our appreciation and respect for military service, we offer a 10% tuition discount to all active service members, active service members’ spouses and veterans in the COML, ORGL, and MSN - Leadership in Healthcare programs.
- Active duty service members must provide a recent LES statement, proof of orders, or letter from a commanding officer.
- Veterans will need to provide a DD214 that indicates an honorable discharge.
- To learn more about benefits and support available to members of the armed services, contact Veteran Services at (509) 313-6596.
Discounts
- Boeing - 10% Discount*
- Bank of America - 10% Discount*
- Federal Employees - 10% Discount*
- Catholic Diocese of Spokane - Discount Varies**
**Gonzaga University in partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Spokane offers a tuition reduction to qualified full-time teachers, principals and Pastoral/Diocesan Ministers working in schools or parishes under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. In order to apply, please complete the electronic form below.
*Proof of employment is required for discount.
Employer Tuition Reimbursements
Many organizations offer tuition reimbursement programs. Please check with your benefits department for details.
Payment Plans
You can work with the Student Accounts office to set up a payment plan for your tuition.