Grand Canyon University (GCU) welcomes a diverse student body from all regions of the world. We’ve developed a number of programs and resources designed to help our international students feel at home. It’s our mission to help prevent or ease international student culture shock by supporting our international students as they adjust to life in the U.S.
Your first step should be to contact one of our dedicated university counselors to discuss what you can expect and the next steps to take as an aspiring international student. When you fill out the form on this page, a university counselor can help walk you through the process of providing the necessary documentation.
Next, it’s recommended that you apply for our International Student Scholarships, which can help make your educational pursuits more accessible. When you’re here at our vibrant campus in Phoenix, Arizona, you can take advantage of many more on-campus resources and programs. Overcoming culture shock can be easier if you forge new friendships.
Consider becoming more engaged on campus by joining one of our many clubs, including clubs specifically for international students and students of various cultural heritages. These include the Latino Student Union (LSU) and the African Student Association.
GCU is a diverse, Christian-based community of learners from all backgrounds and walks of life. Our thriving international student community includes individuals from Sri Lanka, China, Denmark, the United Kingdom and many other countries. GCU enrolls nonimmigrant students via the F-1 Student Visa program. Complete the form in this page to learn more about the comprehensive range of degree options available.
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Approved by the manager of the Multicultural Office on April 3, 2023.