Grand Canyon University

Phoenix, AZ · Private For-Profit

Acceptance rate
79%
Average SAT
1,077
ACT midpoint
Enrollment
73,371
In-state tuition
$17,850
Out-of-state tuition
$17,850
Avg net price
$22,472
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 1006 and 1113 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

Popular programs at Grand Canyon University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.4,755
2Business Administration, Management and Operations.1,583
3Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.1,021
4Human Services, General.847
5Special Education and Teaching.527
6Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.469
7Community Organization and Advocacy.407
8Social Work.364
9Health and Medical Administrative Services.334
10Marketing.303
11Religious Education.301
12Criminal Justice and Corrections.276
13Computer and Information Sciences, General.259
14Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.245
15Accounting and Related Services.238
16Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.226
17Biology, General.218
18Homeland Security.196
19Communication and Media Studies.192
20Finance and Financial Management Services.163

Showing top 20 of 54 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Grand Canyon University?

Grand Canyon University has an acceptance rate of 79% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Grand Canyon University?

Admitted students at Grand Canyon University typically score between 1006 and 1113 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Grand Canyon University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Grand Canyon University is approximately $22,472 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Grand Canyon University?

4-year graduation rate data for Grand Canyon University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.