Grand Canyon University Historical Acceptance Rate

Historical Acceptance Rates

Grand Canyon University saw a significant decline in its overall acceptance rate, dropping from 82.9% in the application year 2021 to 60.3% in 2023, with 47,978 applicants and 28,960 accepted. This downward trend has been consistent over the years, starting from 43.2% in 2015 and fluctuating before the notable drop in more recent years. The acceptance rate was higher at 77.9% in 2022 and 80.7% in 2020, indicating an increasingly competitive admissions landscape. Historically, the number of applicants has risen sharply, with 47,978 in 2023 compared to 34,475 in 2015, reflecting growing interest in the university.