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Grand Canyon University

Private for-profit Phoenix, AZ · Urban · Southwest · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
43%
Graduation Rate
$42,186
Earnings (10yr)
$22,472
Net Price
79%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an enrollment of 73,371, Grand Canyon University is one of the largest private for-profit institutions in the country. This scale means a diverse range of peers and network opportunities for students. The acceptance rate stands at 79%, making it accessible for many prospective students.

The economic mobility data for Grand Canyon University isn't available, but the earnings for graduates ten years after enrollment average $42,186. This figure can guide students in assessing potential return on investment. The graduation rate of 43% suggests that while many students enroll, completing a degree remains a challenge for a significant number.

Students considering Grand Canyon University should weigh the cost of attendance, which is about $22,472, against the median debt of $22,114. Those who thrive here are often drawn to programs in Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Education, Criminal Justice, and Computer Science & IT. The university serves a diverse student body, with 46% receiving Pell Grants, indicating a commitment to serving lower-income students.

How Grand Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation43%Earnings 10yr$42KNet Price$22KRetention72%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate46%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$19K$0-30K$19K$30-48K$22K$48-75K$26K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%608.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1421.1%MOBILITY86.44%

Cost & Financial Aid

$17,850
In-State Tuition
$17,850
Out-of-State
$22,472
Avg Net Price
$22,114
Median Debt
46%
Pell Grant Rate
53%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$18,557
Family Income $0–$30K
$18,763
Family Income $30K–$48K
$21,712
Family Income $48K–$75K
$25,701
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$47,280
6 Years After Entry
$44,013
8 Years
$42,186
10 Years
0.52x
Debt-to-Earnings
60%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$47,280 6yr $44,013 8yr $42,186 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

86.44%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1421.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
608.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$90,000
Parent Median Income

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 79%
Retention Rate 72%
SAT Average 1077
SAT Range 1006–1113
ACT Range 20–22
Full-Time Faculty 10%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,563
Diversity Index 0.70
First-Gen Students 47%

Top Programs

Health Professions 34%
Business & Marketing 21%
Education 11%
Criminal Justice 4%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%
Communications 2%
Biology & Biomedical 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Southwest
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
74%
White
46%
Hispanic
25%
Black
17%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

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