Beginning in 1949 as a small, Southern Baptist college in Phoenix, Arizona, Grand Canyon University (GCU) has grown into a full-fledged university that currently boasts a student population of 8,500. Having first been accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools) in 1968, the University has continually received accreditation with the most recent being in 2007, which will carry through until 2017.
The Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education licenses Grand Canyon University in Arizona. In addition, the University has obtained the following specialized accreditations and approvals for our core program offerings: Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, Arizona State Board of Education, Arizona Department of Education, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.
To accommodate the large on-campus student body, GCU has four freshmen-only housing facilities in addition to four upperclassmen units. The University finds it important to have the freshmen-only units to help support and engage all the students going through their first-year experience. Among the educational offerings, the University also has a diverse assortment of clubs and student organizations to help reach students’ personal interests, while assisting students in building networks and skills for professional use following graduation.
The GCU mascot is “Thunder the Antelope” and is a frequent visitor at most sporting events. GCU Antelopes are part of the Western Athletic Conference and participate with NCAA’s Division I teams.
General Information
Admission Office 3300 West Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85017 (888) 261-2393 (888) 261-2393 Fax: (602) 589-2017 admissionsonline@gcu.edu Contact: Karilyn VanOosten Director of Admissions | Main Address 3300 West Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85017 (888) 261-2393 www.gcu.edu/clgbrd |
Size Total undergrads: 8,500 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 1,144 Degree-seeking undergrads: 8,500 Student/Faculty Ratio: 22:1 Setting Urban setting Very large city (over 500,000) Commuter campus | Degrees offered: Bachelor’s Master’s Doctoral |
Admissions Information
Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $175 Online application fee: $175 However you must visit university website for admission information it can be updated | Enrollment Rates – Undergraduate Percent applicants admitted: 67% Percent applicants enrolled: 37% |
Online Degree Programs
Grand Canyon University offers online degree programs that enable students to complete coursework when they have free time from any location with Internet access. Although students complete coursework in the convenience of their homes, students have the opportunity to interact frequently with teachers and fellow classmates through online chat rooms. Distance learning is ideal for working professionals and other busy individuals.
In addition to distance learning programs, Grand Canyon University offers courses that can be completed on campus. Students studying at Grand Canyon University have the benefit of learning from excellent teachers who pride themselves on helping students succeed. Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. (800-621-7440; http://hlcommission.org/). In addition, the University has obtained the following specialized accreditations and approvals for our core program offerings: Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, Arizona State Board of Education, Arizona Department of Education, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.
Below are programs offered by Grand Canyon University.
BA in Christian Studies
BA in Christian Studies: Biblical Studies
BA in Christian Studies: Youth Ministry
BA in Communications
BA in Digital Film: Emphasis in Production
BA in Digital Film: Emphasis in Screenwriting
BA in English Literature
BA in Government: Emphasis in Legal Studies
BA in Government: Emphasis in State and Local Public Policy
BA in History
BA in History: Emphasis in Public History
BA in History for Secondary Education (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Registerd Nurse to BSN
BS in Accounting
BS in Applied Management
BS in Business Administration
BS in Business Administration: Business Intelligence
BS in Counseling: Addiction, Chemical Dependency & Substance Abuse
BS in Early Childhood
BS in Educational Studies (Does NOT Lead to Teacher Licensure)
BS in Elementary Education: English (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)
BS in Elementary Education: Math (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)
BS in Elementary Education: Science (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)
BS in Elementary Education: Special Education (Dual Major, Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)
BS in Entrepreneurial Studies
BS in Finance and Economics
BS in Health Care Administration
BS in Health Science: Professional Development/Advanced Patient Care
BS in Justice Studies
BS in Marketing
BS in Psychology
BS in Public Safety and Emergency Management
BS in Secondary Education: Business Education
BS in Secondary Education: English
BS in Secondary Education: Math
BS in Sociology
BS in Sports Management
DBA in Management
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
EdD in Organizational Leadership: Behavioral Health
EdD in Organizational Leadership: Christian Ministry
EdD in Organizational Leadership: Health Care Administration
EdD in Organizational Leadership: Higher Education Leadership
EdD in Organizational Leadership: K-12 Leadership
EdD in Organizational Leadership: Organizational Development
EdD in Organizational Leadership: Special Education
EdS in K-12 Leadership
MA in Christian Studies: Christian Leadership
MA in Christian Studies: Pastoral Ministry
MA in Christian Studies: Urban Ministry
MA in Christian Studies: Youth Ministry
MA in Teaching: Professional Learning Communities
MA in Teaching: Teacher Leadership
Master of Divinity
Master of Divinity: Emphasis in Global Ministry
Master of Divinity: Emphasis in Worship Leadership
Master of Public Administration: Government and Policy
Master of Public Administration: Health Care Management
MBA
MBA: Accounting
MBA: Finance
MBA: Health Systems Management
MBA: Leadership
MBA: Marketing
MBA: Project Management
MBA: Strategic Human Resource Management
MBA and MS in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems (Bridge)
MBA and MS in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems (Dual Degree)
MED in Curriculum & Instruction: Reading Elementary
MED in Curriculum & Instruction: Reading Secondary
MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Technology
MED in Early Childhood (IR)
MED in Early Childhood (No IR)
MEd in Educational Administration
MEd in Educational Leadership (Does NOT Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure)
MEd in Elementary Education (No IR & Certification)
MEd in Elementary Education (With IR & Certification)
MEd in Secondary Education (No IR & Certification)
MEd in Secondary Education (With IR & Certification)
Med in Special Education: Certified Special Educators (Does NOT Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure)
MEd in Special Education: Cross-Categorical (Does NOT Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure)
MEd in Special Education: Cross-Categorical (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)
MEd in Teaching: English as a Second Language (TESOL)
MS in Accounting
MS in Addiction Counseling
MS in Christian Counseling
MS in Christian Counseling: Substance Use and Addictive Disorders
MS in Criminal Justice: Law Enforcement
MS in Criminal Justice: Legal Studies
MS in Health Care Administration
MS in Health Care Informatics
MS in Leadership
MS in Leadership: Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership
MS in Nursing: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: Emphasis in Adult-Gerontology
MS in Nursing: Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist (Bridge)
MS in Nursing: Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist: Emphasis in Adult-Gerontology
MS in Nursing: Health Care Informatics
MS in Nursing: Health Care Informatics (Bridge)
MS in Nursing: Nursing Education
MS in Nursing: Nursing Education(Bridge)
MS in Nursing: Public Health
MS in Nursing: Public Health (Bridge)
MS in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems
MS in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems (Bridge)
MS in Professional Counseling
MS in Psychology: General Psychology
MS in Psychology: Industrial and Organizational Psychology
PhD in General Psychology: Cognition & Instruction
PhD in General Psychology: Industrial & Organizational
PhD in General Psychology: Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology
PhD in General Psychology: Performance Psychology
