Grand Canyon University

grade B+
Overall Grade
4 Year
PHOENIX, AZ
Rating 4.16 out of 5 9,866 reviews

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B+

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Academics
grade B minus
Value
grade A minus
Diversity
grade A
Campus
grade A+
Athletics
grade A minus
Party Scene
grade B
Professors
grade B minus
Location
grade C+
Dorms
grade A+
Campus Food
grade A+
Student Life
grade A
Safety
grade A minus

gcu.edu

3300 W CAMELBACK RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85017

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Athletic Division

NCAA Division I (without football)

Athletic Conference

Western Athletic Conference

From Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University is Arizona’s premier, private Christian university. GCU provides affordable, transformative higher education and is dedicated to serving students, the community, the greater good and God.

GCU’s nine distinct colleges offer more than 200 academic programs, including over 150 online programs. As of fall 2018, approximately 20,500 ground students are expected to attend GCU’s vibrant, growing campus.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Acceptance Rate

84%

SAT Range

ACT Range

Application Fee

SAT/ACT

Recommended

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Cost

Net Price

$20,818 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$11,337 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

100%

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Professors

B minus

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

16:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

85%

of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 780 responses

85%

of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 832 responses

81%

of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 831 responses

Majors

Bachelor of Social Work

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Social Work (Non-Licensure) program offers a diverse set of courses aimed to increase the understanding of human behavior. This program concludes with a capstone course, in which students integrate and apply previous learning through the creation of a project to reflect their knowledge and skills.

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Online Programs Offered

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
16%
On Campus
10%
Online
74%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

19,937 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

43,815

Undergrads Over 25

56%

Pell Grant

33%

Varsity Athletes

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?

Based on 112 responses

Outgoing
37%
I'm an online student
31%
Welcoming
11%
kind
7%
N/a
4%
typical
4%
Stressed
3%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

76%

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76%

of students say they don't have Greek life. 173 responses

Poll

62%

of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 173 responses

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes your school?

Based on 878 responses

Teachers care, God is present, great experience !
30%
All around excellence
12%
Flexible schedule
11%
Fun and Enjoyable College Experiance
10%
I enjoy what I have experienced at the school
7%
Flexible schedule with facilitators who care!
6%
The teachers actually care
4%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$52,700 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

47%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

79%

National

83%

Grand Canyon University Reviews

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I just applied and got accepted to Grand Canyon University. I contacted at least 15 different online college programs, and Grand Canyon University stood out completely. Their admission counselor was so patient, informative, and knowledgeable. He answered all my questions, we have had multiple conversations and he held my hand through the whole application process. When first starting this process I was completely overwhelmed and discouraged. The advisor and the school makes this next step so manageable. My only regret is that I didn't start this process sooner!

Grand Canyon University is a remarkable college. They give good curriculum and the professors are very understanding. The professors try to make a bond with you on a personal level, as well as a teacher-to-student level. I am extremely thankful to have taken classes at this school! Not to mention, their credit transfer policy is terrific. They send over transcripts with no hassle. The guidance counselors at this school are sure to maintain perfect communication between them and the students. They make sure to email you about classes just before they start and just before they end. Overall, this college ensures that everyone is to be included.

Grand Canyon University is definitely a upgrade from the previous university I was attending before. The courses are well written and organized. I do have my struggles here and there but patience, more studying and support are always there. The course teachers are amazing both in teaching and responding back to students. The courses aren’t too long and are full of information. The database is great to look for different scholars articles and books. I’m currently in the Christian Worldview Course. I’m not an Christian BUT this course has been my favorite thus far in challenge to my Walk with the Most High! Great School, Many Opportunities. I would definitely suggest to family and friends.

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