Your chances of getting into Grand Canyon University
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at GCU is 60.4%. Its admission rate is the 2nd lowest in Arizona.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into GCU and can you get accepted?
GCU is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 28,960 out of the 47,978 who applied were admitted.
29% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
Can you get into GCU?
60% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.
Admission Requirements in Brief
To have the best chance of getting into to Grand Canyon University you should:
- Score 1120 on the SAT
- Score 21 on the ACT
GCU GPA
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Grand Canyon University has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.
GCU SAT Scores
Testing Requirements
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Grand Canyon University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 25th Percentile | 540 |
| Math 25th Percentile | 518 |
| Composite 25th Percentile | 1058 |
| SAT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 75th Percentile | 620 |
| Math 75th Percentile | 555 |
| Composite 75th Percentile | 1175 |
| Average SAT Score | 1120
|
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Grand Canyon University?
Average Score & Range
The average SAT score at GCU is 1120 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1058-1175. Students who get into Grand Canyon University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. GCU ranks #5 in the state of Arizona for highest average SAT composite score.
Score for Acceptance
You should target scoring 1120 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. GCU regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1058 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1058, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1000, but scores this low are outside the normal range.
Score Submission Requirements
Grand Canyon University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".
View other colleges which accept students in the 1120 SAT score range.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting classChance of Acceptance by SAT Score
The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1116, you have around a 60% chance of being admitted. A 1175 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 74% chance of getting in.
GCU ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 25th Percentile | 19 |
| Math 25th Percentile | 18 |
| Composite 25th Percentile | 19 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 75th Percentile | 24 |
| Math 75th Percentile | 22 |
| Composite 75th Percentile | 24 |
| Average ACT Score | 21
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for students to get into GCU?
Score Range
The average ACT score for admitted students to GCU is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 24. The school ranks #4 in Arizona for highest average ACT composite score.
Score for Acceptance
For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.
0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Grand Canyon University.
Score Submission Requirements
You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Grand Canyon University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".
Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting classChance of Acceptance by ACT Score
Here are your predicted chances of getting into GCU for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 60% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 76% with a 24 ACT score.
Applying
Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 30,799 | 17,162 | 47,978 |
| Accepted | 18,063 | 10,888 | 28,960 |
| Acceptance Rate | 59% | 63% | 60% |
| Enrolled | 5,179 | 3,241 | 8,420 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 29% | 30% | 29% |
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Grand Canyon University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Grand Canyon University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) |
| High School GPA | Required to be considered for admission |
| High School Class Rank | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
| Recommendations | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
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