Grand Canyon University (GCU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Phoenix, AZ. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The GCU's tuition & fees is $18,508 for the academic year 2024-2025. 74% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,420.
The school has a total enrollment of 113,257 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
GCU's acceptance rate is 78.91% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.08%. The median SAT score is 1055 and the ACT score is 21.
GCU ranked 222nd in National Universities and 3rd in Arizona Colleges rankings. Grand Canyon University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Grand Canyon University is $18,508. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,015.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $19,843 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,017.
| Undergraduate | $18,508 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $10,015 |
| Undergraduate | $19,843 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $9,017 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 78.91% Acceptance Rate / 18.08% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,055 SAT / 21 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 43% |
| Retention Rate | 72%(full-time), 47% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.00% (20 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 113,257 (75,936 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $8,420 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Grand Canyon University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 3300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 800-800-9776 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral / Research University (not R1, R2) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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