Discover GCU: Overnight Visitation Program
Visit Campus To Prepare for Your GCU Journey
Choosing the right college can be exciting and overwhelming. It's important to Grand Canyon University that you feel confident in your decision and happy about your choice. Whether you’re visiting from high school, another college or just beginning on your academic path, we want to make sure you feel welcome and empowered to make an informed decision for your future.
Discover GCU can give you an opportunity to personally experience what it means to be a student at GCU. During this all-expenses-paid,(See disclaimer 1) overnight experience, you can explore campus, meet current students, participate in events and learn more about our programs of study. We have visit options available throughout the year.
What Students Can Expect
Discover is your opportunity to experience life as a GCU student. Throughout your visit, you'll attend activities tailored to your interests, explore campus, connect with faculty and current students and experience the energy of the GCU community firsthand.
From spending time in academic spaces to discovering popular campus gathering spots, you'll get a better understanding of what it's like to learn, live and get involved at GCU. Every part of your visit is designed to help you picture yourself here and explore whether GCU is the right fit for your college experience.
You must be accepted to GCU to be eligible to attend this overnight, all-expenses-paid,(See disclaimer 1) on-campus experience. A conversation between your university counselor and a parent or guardian, if applicable, is required prior to approval of Discover GCU attendance and travel. Your university counselor will lead you through the qualification and registration process.
To get started, fill out the form on this page.
Apply
Apply and be admissible to GCU.
Meet
Meet with your university counselor, select a date to attend and schedule your post-visit appt.
Pack
Pack your bags and get ready to experience life as a Lope!
Discover Trip
"It almost feels like going to a camp, everyone’s super welcoming, there’s so many things to do. There’s so many opportunities I’ve already seen in the sit-ins in the business building."
"It almost feels like going to a camp, everyone’s super welcoming, there’s so many things to do. There’s so many opportunities I’ve already seen in the sit-ins in the business building."
Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re considering becoming a Lope, browse through some commonly asked questions and get the answers you’re looking for that can help you make the right decision for you.
Where will I stay on campus?
What will I eat?
What will I be doing?
What do I need to bring?
Can I attend with a friend, and can we be roommates?
Why are university tours important?
Are there other ways to visit GCU?
Complete the form on this page to learn more about this campus visit experience.
- All-expenses-paid visits are only available to prospective students accepted to the traditional campus. Student and parent/guardian (if student is under 18) are required to sign the Discover GCU Waiver. GCU will arrange and book air or ground travel to and from the student’s home city/state to Phoenix. The visit also includes accommodations in the Discover GCU residence hall and a meal card that covers breakfast, lunch and dinner while on campus. If utilizing travel reimbursement instead, additional restrictions may apply.