Physiology, Pathology at Gonzaga University

Gonzaga's Physiology, Pathology program produces first-year earnings of $33,486—above both the national and Washington state medians for this degree. Within Washington's small pool of comparable programs, this places Gonzaga near the middle of the pack, trailing only the University of Washington-Seattle while comfortably ahead of Seattle Pacific and Eastern Washington. The 0.75 debt-to-earnings ratio indicates graduates carry roughly nine months of first-year salary in debt, which is manageable though not exceptional.

The $25,193 median debt sits below the 32nd percentile nationally—meaning most programs saddle students with more debt than this. That's worth noting given Gonzaga's private school tuition, suggesting reasonable financial aid or careful borrowing. However, $33,486 is a modest starting salary that will require thoughtful budgeting, particularly if your child plans to pursue graduate education (common for this major). The 61st percentile national ranking confirms this is a solid but not standout program in terms of outcomes.

For families considering Gonzaga, this program represents steady rather than spectacular value. Your child will likely earn slightly more than peers from most other Washington schools while carrying reasonable debt. The moderate sample size suggests stable data, though not enough graduates to capture every possible career path in this field.