School Overview
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Grand Canyon University is a leading, private university located in Arizona. It was founded in 1949. Students who graduate from this university leave with the skills necessary to find satisfying careers, enhance earning potential, and make career transitions. Grand Canyon University is a Christian university that implements values into the curriculum. Grand Canyon University offers online degree programs that enable students to complete coursework when they have free time from any location with Internet access. Although students complete coursework in the convenience of their homes, students have the opportunity to interact frequently with teachers and fellow classmates through online chat rooms. Distance learning is ideal for working professionals and other busy individuals.
In addition to distance learning programs, Grand Canyon University offers courses that can be completed on campus. Students studying at Grand Canyon University have the benefit of learning from excellent teachers who pride themselves on helping students succeed. Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. (800-621-7440; http://hlcommission.org/). In addition, the University has obtained the following specialized accreditations and approvals for our core program offerings: Association of Collegiate Business Below are programs offered by Grand Canyon University. To view a complete list of programs, and to request more information from this school click on the “Request Information” button below.
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Grand Canyon University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (800) 800-9776 |
| Website: | www.gcu.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private for-profit |
| Apply Online: | |
| Address: | 3300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017 |
| Setting: | Rural: Distant |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 75,834 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 30% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 19 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 7,292 (10% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $17,050 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $17,050 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 99% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $10,053 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students
Grand Canyon University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Grand Canyon University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 8 | 3 | 1 | ||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 4 | 2 | |||
| Education | 5 | 6 | 13 | 1 | |
| Engineering | 4 | ||||
| Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields | 2 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 2 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 5 | 8 | 12 | 1 | |
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 3 | 1 | |||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | ||||
| Natural Resources and Conservation | 1 | ||||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 2 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 3 | 1 | |||
| Social Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 1 | 1 | 2 | ||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6 | ||||
| Grand total | 12 | 57 | 35 | 4 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Online Programs & Distance Learning
See the distance education degree programs that are offered at Grand Canyon University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 6 | 3 | 1 | ||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 1 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | 2 | |||
| Education | 5 | 13 | 1 | ||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 5 | 7 | 12 | 1 | |
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 2 | 1 | |||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | ||||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 3 | 1 | |||
| Social Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 1 | 1 | 2 | ||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 1 | ||||
| Grand total | 12 | 27 | 35 | 4 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Grand Canyon University and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $17,050 |
| Out-of-state | $17,050 |
| Books and supplies | $800 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $10,612 |
| Out-of-state | $10,612 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2015-2016
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 2,433 | 99% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 2,408 | 98% | $10,053 |
| Student loan aid | 1,764 | 72% | $7,204 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 29,858 | 69% | $7,913 |
| Federal student loans | 25,835 | 60% | $7,772 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Grand Canyon University. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Grand Canyon University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2017
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 25,919 | 8,960 | 16,959 | Percent admitted | 100% | 72% | 70% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 13% | 14% | 12% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Grand Canyon University Enrollment, Fall 2017
| Total Enrollment | 75,834 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 46,297 |
| Graduate enrollment | 29,537 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Grand Canyon University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
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