School Overview
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Beginning in 1949 as a small, Southern Baptist college in Phoenix, Arizona, Grand Canyon University (GCU) has grown into a full-fledged university that currently boasts a student population of 8,500. Having first been accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools) in 1968, the University has continually received accreditation with the most recent being in 2007, which will carry through until 2017.
The Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education licenses Grand Canyon University in Arizona. In addition, the University has obtained the following specialized accreditations and approvals for our core program offerings: Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, Arizona State Board of Education, Arizona Department of Education, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.
GCU is composed of seven colleges through which its degree programs are administered: the College of Arts and Science; the College of Doctoral Studies; the College of Education; the College of Fine Arts and Production; the College of Nursing and Healthcare Professions; the College of Theology; and the Colangelo College of Business. GCU is able to offer over 60 degree programs in their bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. To help finance students enrolled full-time in the above programs, GCU offers scholarships based on one or more of three distinct factors: financial need, academic merit, and personal background.
To accommodate the large on-campus student body, GCU has four freshmen-only housing facilities in addition to four upperclassmen units. The University finds it important to have the freshmen-only units to help support and engage all the students going through their first-year experience. Among the educational offerings, the University also has a diverse assortment of clubs and student organizations to help reach students’ personal interests, while assisting students in building networks and skills for professional use following graduation.
The GCU mascot is “Thunder the Antelope” and is a frequent visitor at most sporting events. GCU Antelopes are part of the Western Athletic Conference and participate with NCAA’s Division I teams.
General Information
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Admission Office 3300 West Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85017 (888) 261-2393 (888) 261-2393 Fax: (602) 589-2017 [email protected] Contact: Karilyn VanOosten Director of Admissions |
Main Address 3300 West Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85017 (888) 261-2393 www.gcu.edu/clgbrd |
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Size Total undergrads: 8,500 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 1,144 Degree-seeking undergrads: 8,500 Student/Faculty Ratio: 22:1 Setting | Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $175 Online application fee: $175 |
Enrollment Rates – Undergraduate Percent applicants admitted: 67% Percent applicants enrolled: 37% |
College Majors
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Business, Management, & Marketing Communications & Journalism Education English Language & Literature Health Professions & Clinical Sciences History Parks, Recreation & Fitness Philosophy & Religion Psychology Security & Protective Services Social Sciences Theological Studies & Religious Vocations | Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer. Programs may not be available in the state where you reside. Financial aid options: Your financial aid options include financial aid, scholarships, direct bill, and military benefits. For other current statistical information about GCU, visit http://www.gcu.edu/Prospective-Students/Campus-Snapshot.php. Disclosures and Accreditations |
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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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 | |
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| 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 | |
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| 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 |
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| 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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