ACCEPTANCE RATE
60.4%
More selective than 29% of listed universities.
SelectiveAccessible
Private University
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is a private Christian institution located in Phoenix, Arizona, dedicated to empowering students through a purpose-driven education.
60.4%ACCEPTANCE
$22,239AVG NET PRICE
43%GRAD RATE
107.6KSTUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
Phoenix, AZcity
THE SIGNATURE
Grand Canyon University Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
Founded in 1949, Grand Canyon University (GCU) is a vibrant private Christian university situated in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. With a total student body of over 107,000, GCU provides a layered educational experience that merges academic rigor with a strong sense of community. Students are supported by a dedicated faculty and staff who focus on holistic development, preparing graduates to lead with integrity in various fields.
Campus life at GCU is dynamic, characterized by a welcoming atmosphere where diversity is celebrated. Students have access to both traditional on-campus programs and flexible online studies, ensuring that education is tailored to meet individual needs. The rich surroundings of Phoenix offer ample opportunities for entertainment, culture, and exploration, making it an ideal location for student life and engagement outside of the classroom.
AT A GLANCE
TypePrivateFour or more years
Founded1949
Settingcity300 acres
Calendarsemester
GETTING IN
Admissions
Grand Canyon University maintains an acceptance rate of 60.4%, welcoming a diverse array of applicants. Students interested in joining GCU should refer to the specific admission criteria for their intended program and level of study.
Source: IPEDS 2023
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
1,058–1,175
4001600
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Rolling thereafter.
No application fee.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$17,263/yr
Out-of-state: $17,263/yr.
Net price by income band
$0–$30,000
$30,001–$48,000
$48,001–$75,000
$75,001–$110,000
$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$22,239/yr
▲ 3% since 2020-2173% receive aid
Average aid package $7,744.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
GCU is dedicated to providing a transformative educational experience with over 75 undergraduate majors. Recognized for excellence in fields such as education and nursing, the university prioritizes a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
21:1
6-year graduation rate
43%
▲ 0 pts since 2016
First-year retention
68%
Compared with the 89% public-university median.
Undergrad majors
75
Undergraduate majors and programs
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.26.9%
Business Administration and Management, General.11.4%
Human Services, General.7.3%
Elementary Education and Teaching.5.6%
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician.3.4%
Special Education and Teaching, General.3.3%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Campus housing shows how many students live on-campus — which means nearby housing can be essential to the college experience.
On-campus beds
18.5K
Housing for approximately 26% of students.
Students needing off-campus housing
79.6K
Estimated from enrollment and reported on-campus housing capacity.
Setting
city
300 campus acres.
IN CONTEXT
GCU vs. peer institutions
How GCU compares with officially identified or editorially reviewed peer institutions.
Grand Canyon University
$22,239
Arizona State University
$16,401
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
What graduates earn and how reliably they land work — the bottom-line return on the degree.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$42,186
Working after 10 yrs
79.4%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
65.3%
65.3% of students out-earn the typical high-school graduate — a core measure of mobility.
Neighborhoods near GCU
Where students live around Grand Canyon University — vibe, walkability, and commute at a glance.
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Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics. University Apartments is not affiliated with Grand Canyon University.