Grand Canyon University
Overview
At a Glance
School type
Private, for-profit, 4-year or above
School Size & Setting
Large | Urban
Students-to-Faculty Ratio
24:1
Religious affliation
Not applicable
General Information
Address
Grand Canyon University
3300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85017
See on MapPhone
(800) 800-9776
Website
www.gcu.edu/cost & financial aid
Annual tuition & fees
Undergraduate
In state
$17,205Out of state
$17,205Graduate
In state
$11,638Out of state
$11,638Financial Aid: Undergraduates
Received financial aid
99%Type of aid | % of students receiving aid | Average amount |
---|---|---|
Federal grants | 31.0% | $5,752 |
State/local grants | 1.0% | $806 |
Institutional grants | 97.0% | $7,960 |
Loans | 58.0% | $7,238 |
Other Estimated Costs
Housing
$7,800 per year
Books & Supplies
$800 per year
Personal Expenses
$5,700 per year
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Academics
Most Popular Undergraduate majors
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Business Administration and Management, General
- PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Special Education and Teaching, General
Undergraduate Majors X
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
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Biology/Biological Sciences, General
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Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES
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Business/Commerce, General
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Business Administration and Management, General
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Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
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Accounting
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Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
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Finance, General
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Hospitality Administration/Management, General
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Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
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Management Science
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Marketing/Marketing Management, General
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES
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Computer and Information Sciences, General
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Information Technology
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Computer Programming/Programmer, General
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Computer Science
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Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other
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EDUCATION
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Special Education and Teaching, General
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Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Secondary Education and Teaching
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Music Teacher Education
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Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
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Drama and Dance Teacher Education
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ENGINEERING
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Engineering, General
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Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
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Computer Engineering, General
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Computer Software Engineering
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering
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Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Industrial Engineering
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ENGINEERING/ENGINEERING-RELATED TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS
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Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
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Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS
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Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing
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General Literature
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES
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Human Nutrition
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS
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Spanish Language and Literature
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS
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Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
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Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
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Athletic Training/Trainer
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Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
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Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
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Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
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Public Health, General
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Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
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HISTORY
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History, General
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES
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Criminal Justice/Police Science
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Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management
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Forensic Science and Technology
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, FITNESS, AND KINESIOLOGY
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Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
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Exercise Science and Kinesiology
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES
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Chemistry, General
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS
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Community Organization and Advocacy
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Social Work
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SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Political Science and Government, Other
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS
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Religious Education
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Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
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Digital Arts
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Dance, General
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Graphic Design
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Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
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Cinematography and Film/Video Production
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Music, General
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Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, General
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Most Popular Graduate programs
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Special Education and Teaching, General
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Psychology, Other
- Nursing Administration
Graduate ProgramsX
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES
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Business Administration and Management, General
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Accounting
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Management Science
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Marketing/Marketing Management, General
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES
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Computer and Information Sciences, General
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Information Technology
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Computer Programming/Programmer, General
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Computer Science
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Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
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EDUCATION
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Education, General
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Curriculum and Instruction
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Educational Leadership and Administration, General
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Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
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Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
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Educational/Instructional Technology
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Special Education and Teaching, General
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Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism
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Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
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Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Secondary Education and Teaching
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Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
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English/Language Arts Teacher Education
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Mathematics Teacher Education
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Reading Teacher Education
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Social Science Teacher Education
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Biology Teacher Education
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Chemistry Teacher Education
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History Teacher Education
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Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
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ENGINEERING
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Computer Software Engineering
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS
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Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
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Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
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Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
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Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
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Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
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Public Health, General
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Dietetics/Dietitian
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Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
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Nursing Administration
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Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
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Public Health/Community Nurse/Nursing
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Critical Care Nursing
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES
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Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
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Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
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Forensic Science and Technology
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
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Statistics, General
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PSYCHOLOGY
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Psychology, Other
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS
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Public Administration
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Social Work
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS
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Religious Education
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Divinity/Ministry
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Admissions
Undergraduate acceptance rate
Acceptance rate
77.87%- Apply 29,304
- Accepted 22,818
- Attend 8,438
Application Fee
Undergraduate
$0Graduate
$0Undergraduate application requirements
High school transcript
RequiredHigh school GPA
RequiredRecommendation letter
Not applicableAdmissions test
Not applicable
(SAT or ACT)TOEFL
Required
(international students)Completion of college
Not applicable
prep programDemonstration of
Not applicable
competencies
Student Life
Student Demographics
Female Students
73%Male Students
27%Student Ethnicities
- Caucasian46.87%
- Hispanic/Latino21.18%
- Black18.61%
- Two Or More Ethnicities5.13%
- Not Specified3.44%
- Asian3.23%
- American Indian/Alaska Native0.95%
- Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.59%
Student body breakdown
Total students enrolled
155,128
Undergraduate students
96,807
Graduate students
58,321
Full Time Students
24%Part Time Students
76%Student services
- Meal plan
- Counseling services
- Remedial services
- Work-study
- Placement services
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening classes
- On-campus day care for student's children
Top five largest sports teams
Male sports:
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Baseball
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving (combined)
- Volleyball
Female sports:
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving (combined)
- Beach Volleyball
Full List of Athletics X
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Male
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Baseball
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving (combined)
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Tennis
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Female
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving (combined)
- Beach Volleyball
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Tennis