Gonzaga University Unity Scholars Program

Unity Scholars is Gonzaga's leadership, equity, access, and diversity scholarship program. The program is designated to Washington state residents that have a genuine commitment to, or demonstrate record of, social justice activism and involvement in cultural awareness groups among other criteria.

Are you applying to Gonzaga as a first year student starting in Fall 2025?
Please note: Students with college credit taken BEFORE high school graduation (e.g. Running Start) should apply as first-year students. Students with college credit taken AFTER high school graduation should apply as transfer students.

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Do you live in Washington state?

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To be eligible for the Unity Scholar program, students must be applying to Gonzaga University as a first-year student AND must be residents of Washington state. Please reach out to your admission counselor at Gonzaga University to see what other scholarship and financial aid opportunities may exist for your. Please click here to find your admission counselor at Gonzaga, we are happy to help you explore your options at GU.

Contact Information

Email Address (please provide same e-mail you used/will use on Common Application)

First Name

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Middle Name

Last Name

Birthdate

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Mailing Address

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High School
Begin typing the name of the school and then select the correct school from the list. You may also search by your school's location (e.g. Spokane, WA). For students participating in a dual enrollment program or Running Start, please list the high school from which you are receiving your diploma, not the college that is providing the credits.

Do you come from an ethnically or culturally diverse background? Ethnically and culturally diverse is defined as being connected with or relating to different racial or cultural groups of people (including but not limited to International Individuals, BIPOC individuals, LGBTQ+ individuals, etc.).

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Leadership Activities

Please use this section to list up to 5 leadership activities/roles in which you have participated.
Leadership activities/roles can include involvement in a broad range of efforts and experiences in your community, school, religious organization, family, or in other settings.
Please note: If the activity is ongoing, please select the date you anticipate completing your participation.

Leadership Activity 1

Leadership Position 1

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Leadership 1 Estimated Start Date

Leadership 1 Estimated End Date

Leadership 1 Brief Description

Do you want to list another leadership activity?

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Leadership Activity 2

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Leadership 2 Brief Description

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Leadership Activity 3

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Leadership 3 Brief Description

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Leadership Activity 4

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Essay Question

Please answer the following question in 500-800 words in a separate document (Word or PDF works best) and upload that document below.

How does Gonzaga University’s mission-driven emphasis on social justice, diversity, and solidarity with the poor and vulnerable align with your personal values? Describe a related leadership or service experience that you've had and explain how a Gonzaga education will contribute to your growth as a leader who promotes social justice and effectively navigates culturally diverse environments.

Upload a Word Doc or PDF of your essay response

Application Submission

Once your application is submitted, you will see a confirmation message. If you have difficulty with your submission or have any questions, please contact Aaron Danowski at (509) 313-6571 or danowski@gonzaga.edu.