Grand Canyon University: what international applicants need

What are Grand Canyon University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Grand Canyon University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Grand Canyon University's acceptance rate?

78.9% for students who started in fall 2024: Grand Canyon University admitted 40,405 of its 51,203 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Grand Canyon University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Grand Canyon University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Grand Canyon University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 488–533 in Math and 518–580 in Reading and Writing (1% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 20–22.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Grand Canyon University's application fee for international students?

Grand Canyon University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Grand Canyon University accept?

Grand Canyon University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Grand Canyon University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Grand Canyon University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Grand Canyon University require?

Grand Canyon University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Grand Canyon University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Grand Canyon University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Grand Canyon University have?

683 of Grand Canyon University's 75,936 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.9%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Grand Canyon University cost for international students?

Grand Canyon University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $17,850, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $11,700. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $33,674 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source