Gonzaga University Top Questions

Yes the students do seem to drink in excess. Not every kid here is rich though financial aid is pretty good.

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The stereotype regarding all of Gonzaga's students being uber-rich is not true AT ALL. In fact, over 80{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the students that come to Gonzaga receive financial aid in some form or another. Personally, I received many scholarships from Gonzaga, as Gonzaga is pretty generous with their financial aid, and I am most definitely NOT funding my education without financial aid... In terms of the stereotype that all Gonzaga students are Catholic or very religious, this is not true either. Although about 50{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the students that attend Gonzaga are Christians, Gonzaga houses a very diverse range of religious beliefs. On top of that, because Gonzaga is a Jesuit university as well, it is almost the opposite of the stereotype. The Jesuits here at Gonzaga ENCOURAGE you to look deep into your faith to find a religion that fits you, if there is one that does (not everyone at Gonzaga is religious, which also very much counters the stereotype). I have many friends who came to Gonzaga as atheist/agnostic, and ended up finding Catholicism, but that doesn't apply to everyone. If you come to this school as atheist/agnostic/non-Christian, you are completely accepted in our community - no one will try to convert you. If you ARE religious, there are many opportunities to practice your religion, but it is in no way forced upon you. The stereotype that I DO believe to be true, however, is the stereotype about the quality of Gonzaga's education. I feel like I am getting a top-notch education here, and I am certain that I am being intellectually challenged. That is definitely something I want in a college education.

Gonzaga tries very hard not to be full of rich white kids and sometimes it works. For instance, a lot of people I know are paying for school themselves between loans and workstudy. However, there is no denying the complete and utter lack of diversity on campus. Basketball is very important to the school, both in terms of school spirit and in terms of generating income for the school. However, the vast majority of the people here did not choose it for the basketball team. It's just an added bonus.

Somewhat.

No, while basketball is big here it is a very good school. Its acidemics are also super.

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Faith is a big part of life at Gonzaga, even though we are accepting of all religions. There are some wealthy students who attend this school, but for the most part Gonzaga students are very friendly and welcoming.

I definitely think this is true.

No stereotypes are ever completely ture. There are many people here who are completely supported by their parents money and have no financial cares, but there are others dealing with the finances all on their own. Some of the students who have less cares about money do seem to constantly spend it on alcohol and partying, but there are also other ways to have fun and many people who do not do that. I think many people do come to have fun and get a degree but learn a lot about life and learning on the journey. Some students are sexually active and groups seem to highly accept casual partners, but there are also many people saving it for the right person. This school is a majority white and there is racism present. The many white people don't seem to see it though. There are also awesome students from all over the world. Most students here I think are very nice and very well intentioned, but there are also some strong opinions around here that tend to clash. There are many "Catholic" students here, some who just call themselves that because their family is, others who practice occasnionally, and others who a very devout. Many people do a lot of soul searching here and either find religion or don't. There are also many other Christian denominations, and I have had Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, agnostic, and sthiest friends.