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Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is a Private, 4 Years+ school located in Phoenix, AZ. The 2019 average net price at Grand Canyon University is $21,403. Acceptance rate is 73.20%. The school has a total enrollment of 90,253.
Mission Statement
Quick Facts

Major Airport
Major City
Location: | Phoenix, AZ |
Student Body: | 90,253 |
Education Type: | 4 Years+ |
Funding: | Private |
Campus Type: | Urban |
Web Site: | www.gcu.edu |
Acceptance Rate: | 73.20% |
Admission Details
Key Admissions DetailsAdmissions Deadlines, Start Dates
- Acceptance Rate: 73.20%
- Application Deadline: n/a
- International Students: < 1%
- Application Fee: $0
Tuition and FeesYearly Tuition and Other Fees
Tuition: | $16,399 |
Grad Tuition: | $9,916 |
Room and Board: | $8,550 |
Books and Supplies: | $800 |
Other Fees: | $677 |
Average Net Price: | $21,403 |
Student Body DataIncoming Class Data
- Most Recent Incoming Class: 4,029
- Men / Women Ratio: 1,386 / 2,643
- Median SAT Verbal Range: Unreported
- Median SAT Math Range: Unreported
- Median ACT Range: Unreported
International Student DataInformation for International Students
- Minimum TOEFL Score: 61
- Minimum IETLS Score: 6
- % of International Students: < 1%
- International Testing: Required
- Total International Students: 16
Required DocumentsTranscripts and Recommendations
- High School Transcript: Required
- Recommendations: Not Considered
- Admissions Tests Scores: Recommended
- Portfolio: Not Considered
Top 5 Popular Programs
- Health Professions: 36%
- Education: 27%
- Business, Management, Marketing: 16%
- Public Admin, Social Services: 6%
- Psychology: 3%
Academic Programs
Grand Canyon University offers 212 Total Programs in Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Certificate Degree Levels. The most popular area of study for students are degrees in Health Professions. Choose an area to explore below to see detailed degree programs at each degree level.
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Bachelor's Degree ProgramsGrand Canyon University offers 62 Bachelor's Degree Programs
Biological, Biomedical Science
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Degree
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- Biology, Biological Sciences, General Degree
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Business, Management, Marketing
- Accounting Degree
- Online
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- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
- Online
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- Business, Commerce, General Degree
- Online
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- Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Studies Degree
- Online
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- Finance, General Degree
- Online
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- Hospitality Administration, Management, General Degree
- Online
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- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management Degree
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- Management Science Degree
- Online
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- Marketing, Marketing Management, General Degree
- Online
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Communication
- Advertising Degree
- Online
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- Speech Communication and Rhetoric Degree
- Online
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Computer Science
- Computer Programming, Programmer, General Degree
- Online
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- Computer Science Degree
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- Computer and Information Sciences, General Degree
- Online
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- Information Technology Degree
- Online
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Education
- Drama and Dance Teacher Education Degree
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- Early Childhood Education and Teaching Degree
- Online
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- Education, Teaching of Individuals In Early Childhood Special Education Programs Degree
- Online
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- Elementary Education and Teaching Degree
- Online
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- Music Teacher Education Degree
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- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching Degree
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- Secondary Education and Teaching Degree
- Online
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- Special Education and Teaching, General Degree
- Online
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Engineering
- Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering Degree
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- Electrical and Electronics Engineering Degree
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- Engineering, General Degree
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- Mechanical Engineering Degree
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Engineering Technology
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologies, Technicians, Other Degree
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- Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Technology, Technician Degree
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English Literature
- General Literature Degree
- Online
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- Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing Degree
- Online
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Foreign Language, Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature Degree
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Health Professions
- Athletic Training, Trainer Degree
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- Clinical, Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other Degree
- Online
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- Health Information, Medical Records Administration, Administrator Degree
- Online
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- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration, Management Degree
- Online
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- Psychiatric, Mental Health Services Technician Degree
- Online
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- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
- Online
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- Substance Abuse, Addiction Counseling Degree
- Online
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History
- History, General Degree
- Online
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Human Sciences
- Human Nutrition Degree
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Natural Resources, Conservation
- Environmental Science Degree
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Parks, Leisure Studues
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree
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- Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree
- Online
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Physical Sciences
- Chemistry, General Degree
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Protective Services
- Criminal Justice, Police Science Degree
- Online
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- Crisis, Emergency, Disaster Management Degree
- Online
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- Forensic Science and Technology Degree
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Public Admin, Social Services
- Community Organization and Advocacy Degree
- Online
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- Human Services, General Degree
- Online
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- Social Work Degree
- Online
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Social Sciences
- Political Science and Government, Other Degree
- Online
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Theology
- Religious Education Degree
- Online
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Visual and Performing Arts
- Arts, Entertainment,And Media Management, General Degree
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- Cinematography and Film, Video Production Degree
- Online
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- Dance, General Degree
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- Digital Arts Degree
- Online
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- Drama and Dramatics, Theatre Arts, General Degree
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- Graphic Design Degree
- Online
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- Music, General Degree
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Master's Degree ProgramsGrand Canyon University offers 43 Master's Degree Programs
Business, Management, Marketing
- Accounting Degree
- Online
- Campus
- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
- Online
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- Marketing, Marketing Management, General Degree
- Online
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Communication
- Communication, General Degree
- Online
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Computer Science
- Computer and Information Sciences, General Degree
- Online
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- Computer and Information Systems Security, Information Assurance Degree
- Online
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- Information Technology Degree
- Online
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Education
- Biology Teacher Education Degree
- Online
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- Chemistry Teacher Education Degree
- Online
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- Counselor Education, School Counseling and Guidance Services Degree
- Online
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- Curriculum and Instruction Degree
- Online
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- Early Childhood Education and Teaching Degree
- Online
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- Education, General Degree
- Online
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- Education, Teaching of Individuals With Autism Degree
- Online
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- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
- Online
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- Educational, Instructional Technology Degree
- Online
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- Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision Degree
- Online
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- Elementary Education and Teaching Degree
- Online
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- English, Language Arts Teacher Education Degree
- Online
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- History Teacher Education Degree
- Online
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- Mathematics Teacher Education Degree
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- Reading Teacher Education Degree
- Online
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- Secondary Education and Teaching Degree
- Online
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- Social Science Teacher Education Degree
- Online
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- Special Education and Teaching, General Degree
- Online
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- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels Degree
- Online
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- Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language, Esl Language Instructor Degree
- Online
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Health Professions
- Critical Care Nursing Degree
- Online
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- Family Practice Nurse, Nursing Degree
- Online
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- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration, Management Degree
- Online
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- Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling Degree
- Online
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- Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Degree
- Online
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- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other Degree
- Online
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- Nursing Administration Degree
- Online
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- Public Health, Community Nurse, Nursing Degree
- Online
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- Public Health, General Degree
- Online
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- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
- Online
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- Substance Abuse, Addiction Counseling Degree
- Online
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Protective Services
- Criminal Justice, Safety Studies Degree
- Online
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Psychology
- Psychology, Other Degree
- Online
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Public Admin, Social Services
- Public Administration Degree
- Online
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Theology
- Divinity, Ministry Degree
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- Religious Education Degree
- Online
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Doctorate Degree ProgramsGrand Canyon University offers 6 Doctorate Degree Programs
Business, Management, Marketing
- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
- Online
- Campus
Education
- Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching Degree
- Campus
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
- Online
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Health Professions
- Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Degree
- Online
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- Nursing Practice Degree
- Online
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Psychology
- Psychology, General Degree
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Certificate ProgramsGrand Canyon University offers 12 Certificate Programs
Computer Science
- Computer Programming, Programmer, General Degree
- Online
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Education
- Reading Teacher Education Degree
- Online
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- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels Degree
- Online
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- Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language, Esl Language Instructor Degree
- Online
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Health Professions
- Critical Care Nursing Degree
- Online
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- Family Practice Nurse, Nursing Degree
- Online
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- Health and Wellness, General Degree
- Online
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- Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Degree
- Online
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- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other Degree
- Online
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- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
- Online
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Psychology
- Psychology, Other Degree
- Online
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Theology
- Bible, Biblical Studies Degree
- Online
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Demographics & Outcomes
Graduation and RetentionGraduation and retention information
- Graduation Rate Within 150% of Time: 41%
- Graduation Rate Within 200% of Time: 35%
- 1st Year Retention: 66%
- Post Graduation Salary: $48,100
Student Body DemographicsDiversity and Age Data
- Total Students: 90,253
- White, non-Hispanic Students: 46%
- Black Students: 21%
- Hispanic Students: 17%
- Unknown: 8%
- Asian Students: 3%
- Two or more races: 3%
- American Indian, Alaska Native Students: 1%
- Native Hawaiian, Pacific Isl. Students: 1%
- Non-resident, alien: 1%
Transfer Agreements
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Arizona Western College
Cochise County Community College District
Eastern Arizona College
Mohave Community College
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Arizona Western College
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Cochise County Community College District
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Eastern Arizona College
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Mohave Community College
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