Grand Canyon University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Grand Canyon University admits about 78.9% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1006–1113 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 19–22 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Grand Canyon University At a Glance
| Location | Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|
| Type | Private Nonprofit |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 73,371 |
| Acceptance Rate | 78.9% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 518-580 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 488-533 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1006-1113 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1077 |
| ACT Range | 20-22 |
| Average Net Price | $21,509/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $17,900/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $17,900/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 54.2% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 72.1% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $50,609 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $24,000 |
How Grand Canyon University Compares
Grand Canyon University is more selective than about 49% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 73,371 students, it is larger than about 100% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Canyon University's acceptance rate?
Grand Canyon University's acceptance rate is about 78.9%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Grand Canyon University?
Admitted students at Grand Canyon University typically report a combined SAT score between 1006 and 1113 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Grand Canyon University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Grand Canyon University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Grand Canyon University?
The average net price reported for Grand Canyon University is $21,509 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.