GCU history
Grand Canyon University -- both online and on-campus
-- is all about forward movement -- helping you move toward your goals. We
support your development into becoming a complete professional. The person
you desire-and are destined -- to become.
We specialize in helping you develop your dreams.
Founded in 1949, Grand Canyon University quickly developed into a premier teacher education college, and soon built other exceptional programs in the sciences, nursing, business, music, Christian studies and the arts.
As the city of Phoenix expanded around Grand Canyon University, the university grew along with the city to become one of the most highly regarded metropolitan private universities in the nation. Grand Canyon University consistently maintains a tradition of excellence in all disciplines, and now preserves that exceptional tradition in its online education programs, which began in 2000.
Grand Canyon University Online programs offer the same high-quality education for which the Phoenix Campus programs are recognized, in a format accessible to students throughout the nation. We make earning a degree more feasible for working adults. You can take courses any time, any place-whether you are a full time employee, a stay-at-home mom, or are commissioned overseas in the military.
Each Grand Canyon University Online course, is developed by a team of specialists comprised of faculty, subject -- matter experts, instructional designers, and editors. You can be sure that each individual course is meticulously appraised and maintains the same extraordinary standards of our Phoenix Campus programs.
Here's why GCU's online degree programs are perfect for you:
- As a student at GCU, you will choose a program that fits your interests and will challenge you intellectually.
- Our learning model is logical, engaging, and very relevant to your current job. You'll be able to put your education to work immediately-while earning your degree.
- A degree from Grand Canyon University is a valuable and highly recognized tool in the workplace and throughout the education community.
- Grand Canyon University is often referred to as "The University with a Heart." That's because every instructor cares about each student's success. Personal, individual commitment is at the core of our approach to the student-teacher relationship.
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