Find Your Purpose
At GCU, we strive to ensure that our students reach their fullest potential through transformative education and earn a degree. Because of our purpose, our dedication and our rich history, we firmly believe that GCU is the only Christian university of its kind.
Discover GCU’s top rankings from Niche.com — recognized for academics and campus experience.
#13
Best college for nursing in the U.S.(See disclaimer 1)
#20
Best college campus in America(See disclaimer 1)
#11
Best college for education in the U.S.(See disclaimer 1)
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Nursing
Earn your nursing degree and ignite your purpose in a career that transforms lives and impacts communities.
Business
Find your passion by fueling your education in business — with practical skills and tools for a career rich with purpose and impact.
Healthcare
Step into a future that matters by shaping the health and well-being of patients and families.
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An Accredited Christian University in Phoenix, Arizona
Grand Canyon University is a private, nonprofit Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona. We are dedicated to providing a purpose-driven education that empowers students to discover their calling and lead with integrity. We offer a wide range of programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels that you can earn on campus and online. Our dedicated faculty and staff walk alongside you every step of the way, helping equip you to reach your goals and become a leader of character who influences the world for the better.
Why Live in Phoenix as a College Student
Phoenix is a vibrant city, brimming with opportunity and with a growing population of young adult learners. Residential students on GCU’s main campus can benefit from all that Phoenix has to offer. Along with a booming population and job market, here are some of the highlights of Phoenix, Arizona:
5th
Largest city in the U.S.(See disclaimer 2)
4th
Best market for recent college graduates(See disclaimer 3)
7th
Best startup city(See disclaimer 4)
- Niche.com. (n.d.). Grand Canyon University Rankings. Retrieved September 2025.
- United States Census Bureau. (2023, May 18). Large Southern Cities Lead Nation in Population Growth. Retrieved September 2023.
- Prakash, A. (2023, May 24). Colorado Springs Ranks First as Best Market for Recent College Graduates. Zillow Research. Retrieved September 2023.
- AZ Big Media (2022, Feb. 9). Phoenix Ranks as The 7th-best Startup City in America. Retrieved September 2023.