C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Grand Canyon University

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Phoenix, Arizona 85017
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
D
35/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
B
65/100
Prestige
C+
55/100

Quick Stats

107,563
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
60%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Grand Canyon University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
of 22 schools
🥈
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
of 15 schools
#4
Psychology, Other
of 16 schools
#6
Community Organization and Advocacy
of 19 schools
#8
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
of 19 schools
#10
Nursing Administration
of 48 schools
#12
Human Services, General
of 100 schools
#15
Reading Teacher Education
of 59 schools
#23
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
of 100 schools
#25
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,390 $16,390
Room $6,000
Board $3,900
Total Cost (On-Campus) $33,662 $33,662

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
56%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 4,096 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 2,889 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 1,398 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 1,219 grads/yr Human Services, General 1,216 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 936 grads/yr Psychology, Other 834 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 767 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 725 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 629 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 604 grads/yr Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician 572 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 537 grads/yr Nursing Administration 531 grads/yr Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management 511 grads/yr Community Organization and Advocacy 485 grads/yr Information Technology 473 grads/yr Social Work 452 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 440 grads/yr Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision 393 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Grand Canyon University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

107,563
Total Students
73%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 46%
Hispanic 22%
Black 19%
Asian 4%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 10%
Hybrid (Some Online) 13%
Fully Online 77%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Grand Canyon University?
Grand Canyon University has an acceptance rate of 60%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Grand Canyon University?
Tuition at Grand Canyon University is $16,390 for in-state students and $16,390 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Grand Canyon University?
The graduation rate at Grand Canyon University is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Grand Canyon University a good school?
Grand Canyon University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Grand Canyon University?
Grand Canyon University has a total enrollment of 107,563 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology