Master’s Degree Programs
Master’s Degree Programs
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Students can choose from a variety of graduate degrees and emphasis programs that provide specialized knowledge and skills in fields such as business, psychology, counseling, STEM, nursing and education.
Check out some of GCU’s available master’s degrees in these fields.
With a host of options both online and through on-campus evening classes, you can combine your passion with your career through a specialized graduate program. Our master’s programs are designed to equip you with critical thinking, research and relevant career skills.
If you are interested in earning a master’s degree, read through our answers to commonly asked questions to help you get started.
A master’s degree is a graduate-level credential that builds on the knowledge gained in a bachelor’s program. It typically involves focused study in a specific field and can help you deepen your expertise, potentially boost career opportunities or prepare for licensure in certain professions. Our master’s programs are offered online4 or on campus.
In most cases, you need a bachelor’s degree to enroll in a master’s program. A master’s degree is designed to build upon undergraduate coursework, laying a foundation for graduate study.
Many careers in healthcare, education, social work and STEM fields often prefer or require a master’s degree. Roles such as nurse practitioner, education administrator, school or mental health counselor and social worker typically require graduate-level education for entry or advancement.5 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, occupations requiring a master’s degree are projected to grow faster than usual and offer higher median wages, on average.5
GCU does not require the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) for admission to our master’s programs. Many universities have moved away from standardized test requirements, especially for professional or online programs, focusing instead on academic transcripts, work experience and personal statements. According to Indeed and other career resources, requirements vary by field and institution, so it’s important to check with each program directly.6
Take your next step with a master’s degree from GCU. Explore flexible programs in nursing, STEM, business, counseling and more — online or on campus.
An evening or online master’s degree can help you work toward education and career goals while maintaining a sense of balance. Choose from the many master’s programs and emphases options, or find a dual master’s degree, offered at Grand Canyon University.
Pursuing a graduate degree can help promote creativity and innovation in the areas you care about most.
In completing your master’s program, you are offered:
Our evening and online graduate programs aim at equipping you with the advanced skill sets for your chosen field. By pursuing a master’s degree, you will have the opportunity to collaborate and discuss the latest concepts in your industry to help you grow as a modern innovator and thinker.
A master’s degree on your resume could give you the edge to compete in the job market.1 Students in master’s programs at GCU study curriculum that is designed to provide you with core competencies that may benefit you in your career field.
Employees holding a master’s degree can have advanced skills and may be compensated accordingly, given the further investment they have made in professional development through continued education. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, individuals with a master’s degree make an average of $240 more per week than those with a bachelor’s degree — that’s nearly $12,500 more per year.2
After completing a master’s program and earning your master’s degree, it is understandable to have a sense of accomplishment with all the challenges and rewards that come with it. Campus and online graduate programs can offer you more than the opportunity to position yourself for possible career advancement, but also the opportunity to fulfill a personal passion for lifelong learning.
You may be able to offset tuition costs with a GCU scholarship.
New students for evening-campus programs±
At GCU, students who aspire to advanced positions in their fields can consider pursuing dual master’s degrees in business administration and leadership. Dual degrees allow students to gain two distinct degrees, but through a coordinated and unified curriculum.
This degree, offered by the College of Education, is a regionally accredited program approved by the State of Arizona. It aligns with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL, 2015) led by the National Policy Board for Educational Administration (NPBEA, 2018).
‡ MOU 10215: The New Graduate Student Holiday Scholarship is only valid for those applicants who submit a complete application, meet all requirements for acceptance and start their program in December 2025. If you enroll in an online or evening graduate program (excluding the MSN Bridge and nurse practitioner programs), we will award you a $500 scholarship toward your tuition, which will be applied over your first academic year, as defined in the University Policy Handbook. This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other GCU scholarship/awards. This scholarship will be applied toward your tuition only, and you will not receive funds in excess of your charges.
± MOU 9708: This scholarship is only valid for new students who are participating in a GCU evening-campus program, offered on GCU’s main campus, and who submit a completed application to start their program on or before December 31, 2025. If you enroll in an evening-campus program, Grand Canyon University will offer you 20% off the tuition per course for your program. This scholarship will be applied at the same time the tuition charges occur. This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other GCU scholarships/awards. This scholarship will be applied toward your tuition only and does not include fees (i.e., Canyon Connect, Technology, etc.).
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