College Report Card: Grand Canyon University
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Grand Canyon University:
Grand Canyon University was originally established as a Teacher’s College in 1949, and has been providing rigorous and high quality preparation for teachers and administrators ever since. The College of Education boasts a 99% placement rate for its graduates. This division of GCU offers three Bachelor of Science degrees with emphases in Elementary (K-8) Mathematics, English and Science and one in Special Education. In addition, there are no fewer than sixteen different Masters programs for educators seeking to take their careers to the next level. These range from the Master of Arts in Teaching to specialized degrees in Administration, Elementary and Secondary education.
Grand Canyon University ’s College of Nursing offers several comprehensive programs. For those seeking a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, there are traditional as well as Fast Track and Accelerated options of study, and an RN to BSN program as well. Beyond that, the College of Nursing offers five different Master of Science Degrees. Candidates may choose from Family Practice, Leadership, Clinical Specialist with or without an education emphasis and a Nursing Education Track for those interested in teaching the next generation of nurses.
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is the foundation of the University. Regardless of major, all four-year students at Grand Canyon University will take classes at this college as part of their core curriculum. Courses offered through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences include biology, chemistry, religious studies, communications, English, history, psychology and public safety. In addition to providing a foundation for coursework in other majors, any of these subject areas may be selected as a major in itself. Twenty-six Bachelor’s degree programs are offered here, as well as the “Undeclared Major,” which allows students some latitude in designing their own curriculum.
The Ken Blanchard College of Business offers Bachelor of Science Degrees in Accounting, Management, Administration and Marketing in addition to MBA degrees with a choice of nine different emphases ranging from Accounting to Marketing. Candidates may also choose the Master of Science in Leadership with an optional emphasis in Disaster Preparedness and Crisis Management.
In addition to rigorous academics, GCU offers many opportunities for student athletes. It is an NCAA Division II school, and “Antelope” teams compete in most major sports. At least one GCU alumnus has gone on to play major league baseball. At present, GCU offers a number of intramural sports that includes Football, Volleyball, Basketball and Softball. Students may sign up for sports their first day on campus. The University is planning to add at least nine more athletic sports for men and women over the coming year.
Grand Canyon University is considered a Class I institution that offers degrees at the master’s level and awards at least forty of these across three or more disciplines every year. This institution uses the semester system which consists of two academic sessions, approximately sixteen weeks in length.
Currently, the GCU campus underwent some extensive renovations to upgrade its architecture and technology, as well as major landscaping. The campus now has the latest in computer and educational technology, and has been attractively, yet ecologically landscaped using plants native to north central Arizona . A new Courtyard Mall is planned for sometime in 2007.
There are a variety of financial aid and scholarship programs available to prospective students. Most students receive some type of Federal Aid, including one or more of the following:
- Pell Grant Program
- Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
- Work-Study
- Perkins Loan Program
- Direct Loan Program
- Family Educational Assistance Program
- Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership
- Robert C Byrd Honors Scholarship Program
In addition, the University offers a number of other payment options in order to allow any qualified student to attend. Prospective students may wish to contact the Office of Financial Aid at 1-866-343-3637 for more information prior to starting the application process.
Grand Canyon University General Characteristics:
Programs Offered:
Academic - Instructional program leading toward an associate's, bachelor's, master's, doctor's, or first-professional degree or resulting in credits that can be applied to one of these degrees.
(Offers a wide range of baccalaureate programs, and are committed to graduate education through the master’s degree. They award 40 or more master’s degrees per year across three or more disciplines. )
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Yes
- Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students)
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students)
- Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents)
- Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents)
These loans are referred to collectively as Direct Loans. The same types of loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, but in that program, commercial lenders provide the funds to eligible students. (Close)
Degree Of Urbanization: Large city
Institution Has Own Library
Institution Executive: Brent Richardson, Chief Executive Officer
Grand Canyon University
Degrees & Certificates Offered -
By Level:
Bachelor's degree Master's degreeGrand Canyon University
Degrees & Certificates Offered -
By Award / Degree:
Grand Canyon University Special Learning Oppertunities:
Below the postsecondary level
Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
Students must complete their preparation at another institution for certain areas of specialization.
Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
Grand Canyon University Student Services Offered:
Grand Canyon University Estimated Student Expenses:
Undergraduate Tution, Fees, Other Charges:
Required Fees: $0
Per Credit Hour Charge: $605
Required Fees: $0
Per Credit Hour Charge: $605
Required Fees: $0
Per Credit Hour Charge: $605
Graduate Program Tution, Fees, Other Charges:
Required Fees: $100
Per Credit Hour Charge: $340
Required Fees: $100
Per Credit Hour Charge: $340
Required Fees: $100
Per Credit Hour Charge: $340
Other General Charges - 2004-05:
$7130
$2962
$7362
$2962
$2962
Specialty Program Charges & Fees:
Grand Canyon University Undergraduate Financial Aid Details - Fall 2004:
1493
227 (15% of all undergrads)
207 (91%)
73 (32%)
Average Amount: $3302
6 (3%)
Average Amount: $667
188 (83%)
Average Amount: $8254
Average Amount: $4538
Grand Canyon University Admissions Details:
Undergraduate Application Fee: $50
Graduate Application Fee: $50
Record:
Required
Prepatory Program:
Recommended
of Competencies:
Neither required nor recommended
(ACT / SAT):
Recommended
as a Foreign Language):
Required
Fall 2004 Undergraduate Admissions Details:
Number Of Applicants:Women: 410
Total: 662
Number Admitted:Women: 271
Total: 436
Number Who Enrolled Full Time:
Women: 129
Total: 219
Number Who Enrolled Part Time:
Women: 3
Total: 10
Grand Canyon University Enrollment Information:
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242
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1351
1348
230
1118
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209
322
317
12
305
5
2609
Grand Canyon University Accreditation:
Institiution is acreddited by a body recognized by the US Department of Educationand is on the list of National Institutional and Specialized Accrediting Bodies.
Accredited By A Regional Accreditation Agency: North Central Assoc. of Colleges and Schools, Higher Learning Comm.
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