
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
journey today.

GCU’s humanities and social sciences degree programs are designed for students who are continuously searching for knowledge and the understanding of the human condition. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences courses teach important skills in innovative thinking, effective communication, transformative leadership and global contribution that can prepare students for their career paths.
Learn more about what GCU’s admission requirements are, as well as the application steps to take for admission into a campus or an online degree program.
GCU offers different tuition rates and fees for on-campus and online programs, as well as scholarship opportunities to help make paying for college easier. Find out more about the options available to you.
To learn more about humanities and social science degrees, read through our answers to these frequently asked questions.
What are examples of humanities and social sciences courses?
Is math required for humanities and social sciences degree courses?
What are the highest paying careers for graduates with humanities and social sciences degrees?
What are the eight social sciences?
What are the five areas of humanities?
Grand Canyon University is proud to offer a range of degree programs to help you develop skills and knowledge in your area of interest. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is home to the majority of undergraduate general education coursework and is committed to helping you advance your ability to think critically, apply analytical constructs and communicate complex ideas clearly.
You will have the opportunity to build skills in your chosen field by earning a humanities and social science minor along with your traditional degree. The additional humanities and social sciences courses can help you build skill sets that add even more value to your education.
Our degree programs are offered in various formats, so you can pursue your education on a schedule that fits for you. No matter what modality you choose, you will have access to knowledgeable faculty, resources and support throughout your program.
Accreditation
The Mission of GCU’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences
L.O.P.E.S. Academy at the Cardon Center
The curriculum in the humanities and social science degree programs help facilitate in-depth discussions that can help you sharpen your focus and teamwork skills. GCU’s One Foundation, our Christian worldview, supports the development of a servant leadership spirit and ethical decision-making abilities, so you have the opportunity to become a balanced, global contributor.
How does the College of Humanities and Social Sciences faculty integrate GCU’s Christian identity and mission into the curriculum?
How does the College of Humanities and Social Sciences uniquely promote the principles of human flourishing?
How does a student in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences directly benefit from GCU’s mission?
In what ways does a theology minor enrich humanities and social sciences majors?
What is the student experience like in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences as it relates to One Foundation?
Our college of social science degree programs offer insight into the many facets of human behavior. Courses in areas such as psychology and sociology can help you develop skills related to individual and group motivation that may be valued in the workplace. Our programs range from online counseling degrees to human services degrees that include majors in communications, history and behavioral health science.
Check out the variety of humanities and social science degrees that GCU has to offer.
82 Matching Degrees