Visit

List of 12 frequently asked questions.

• Q: How do I schedule a visit?

  Thank you for your interest in participating in the Eagle for a Day program. Inquiries to begin the official application and Eagle for a Day process will open September 8, 2020 for the 2021-2022 academic year.

• Q: What day can I visit?

  The Eagle for a Day Program begins every year in mid-September and continues until early December. Each day in that time frame that Gonzaga has a normal class day, we will host Eagle for a Day visitors.

• Q: How do I get to Gonzaga?

  Please visit this page to learn about how to reach our campus by car or Metro.

• Q: Where is the Admissions Office?

  The Admissions Office is on the first floor of Dooley Hall. Once you enter, walk straight towards Our Lady's Chapel (as is our tradition, please do not step on the School Seal on the ground!) and turn left. The Admissions Office is the first door on the left. Ask for Mr. Mike Hanagan, who will introduce you to your freshman guide.

• Q: When should I arrive at Gonzaga and when does the day conclude?

  The Gonzaga school day runs from 8:10 am until 2:45 pm. Please arrive at the Gonzaga Admissions office at 8:00 am. Visitors who arrive to campus before 7:30 am will not be able to access the school because of our security protocols, so please do your best to arrive at the Admissions Office at 8:00 am. At 2:45 pm, your host will bring you back to the Admissions Office. Please confirm with your parents, when they drop you off, if they will meet you at the Admissions Office or elsewhere on campus. The Admissions Office closes at 3:30, so you will need to be picked up before that time.

• Q: Do I need an accompanying adult for pick up and drop off?

  Your parent or guardian is welcome to drop you off in the morning and to pick you up once your visit has concluded.  If your parents arrange for you to arrive and/or go home in a neighbor's carpool, via the Metro with a Gonzaga student, or another way, that is acceptable. Please ensure you and they understand exactly how you will get to and from Gonzaga as those arrangements are the family's responsibility.

• Q: What should I wear?

  During your visit you have two dress options:
  
  

  1. Follow the Gonzaga dress code: dress pants (any color) and belt, collared shirt (any color and tucked into your pants), dress shoes and dress socks (no white socks)
  2. Wear your grade school uniform if it conforms to our dress code.

  
  *Hoodies are not within Gonzaga's dress code and should not be worn during your son's visit. Also, once a month Gonzaga has a formal dress day when a tie and blazer are required. When you schedule your visit, you will be alerted if your visit takes place on a formal dress day.

• Q: What is Gonzaga's policy regarding cell phones?

  Cell phones are allowed, however, all phones need to be turned off and put away during classes. Our student handbook states that any phone found in use during class is subject to confiscation by faculty or the Student Services office.

• Q: Should I bring anything?

  The only thing that you’ll need to bring is your lunch. You can bring a bag lunch or bring money to buy lunch in the cafeteria ($5 to $10 is enough; credit/debit cards are not accepted). You may also want to bring a notebook and pen if you’d like to take notes in class.

• Q: Can I choose my host?

  Yes, but all hosts must be freshmen. Although we do our best, we cannot accommodate every request. At no point is a freshman visitor to leave his assigned host. Since we have your son's safety in mind, we need to know how to find him during the day.

• Q: What if I need to cancel my son's visit?

  If your visit is more than five days away, you can reschedule through your online Admissions Account. Within five days, please call the Admissions Office at 202-336-7101, and we’ll help you reschedule. There are often families willing to use your spot, so we appreciate as much notice as possible.

• Q: What if there is snow or inclement weather on the day I am scheduled to visit?

  Gonzaga follows Montgomery County Public Schools for weather related closings and delays. If Montgomery County is closed, then Gonzaga is closed. If Montgomery County has a delayed opening of any length, Gonzaga opens at 9:30 am. If Montgomery County closes early, Gonzaga will make its own decision. Please note, if Gonzaga is closed due to inclement weather on your scheduled visit, we will do our best to try and reschedule your appointment but there is the possibility that rescheduling will not be possible.