EIN 47-2507725

Grand Canyon University

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
11,656
State
Year formed
2014
Most recent tax filings
2023-06-01
Description
GCU is a missional, Christ-centered university with an innovative and adaptive spirit that addresses the world's deep needs by cultivating compassionate Christian community, empowering free and virtuous action and serving others in ways that promote h...
Total revenues
$1,688,317,236
2023
Total expenses
$1,665,639,619
2023
Total assets
$2,029,077,541
2023
Num. employees
11,656
2023

Program areas at Grand Canyon University

Instructional program services - instructional program services include all activities directly tied to the educational services provided by the University. Gcu has approximately 100,000 enrolled students (on campus and online) in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral level programs. Gcu provides scholarships, grants, and other financial assistance to eligible students based on financial need and academic measures.
Auxiliary enterprises - auxiliary enterprises represent various business units that operate to enhance the educational experience of the University's students, including an arena, hotel, restaurants, golf course, and campus/online shops.

Grants made by Grand Canyon University

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
Grand Canyon University CityServeIn Support of Their Mission$159,454
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of FameIn Support of Their Mission$75,000
ChildhelpIn Support of Their Mission$10,000
...and 2 more grants made

Who funds Grand Canyon University

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
National Collegiate Athletic AssociationScholarships/grants$642,985
Western Athletic ConferenceStudent Assistance$583,055
Canyon InstituteGcu Endowed Scholarships$177,376
...and 52 more grants received totalling $2,311,841

Personnel at Grand Canyon University

NameTitleCompensation
Junette WestVice President - Business and Finance$343,003
Christine LindersonSenior Vice President of Financial Aid$553,042
Kenneth WoodenDean , College of Science , Engineering , and Technology$387,008
Timothy GriffinDean of Students$433,543
Brian MuellerPresident$660,952
...and 7 more key personnel

Financials for Grand Canyon University

RevenuesFYE 06/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$8,029,526
Program services$1,664,299,188
Investment income and dividends$15,900,048
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$-38,738
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$127,212
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$1,688,317,236

Form 990s for Grand Canyon University

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-062024-02-14990View PDF
2022-062023-02-20990View PDF
2021-062022-05-04990View PDF
2020-062021-05-11990View PDF
2019-062021-01-27990View PDF
Data update history
May 22, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
May 19, 2024
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
May 18, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $2,800 from Mack and Nina Niccum Memorial Scholarship Trust
February 4, 2024
Received grants
Identified 17 new grant, including a grant for $48,000 from R L Johnson Family Foundation of Arizona
October 25, 2023
Received grants
Identified 38 new grant, including a grant for $642,985 from National Collegiate Athletic Association
Nonprofit Types
SchoolsHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Education
Characteristics
ChristianReligiousFundraising eventsState / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringProvides scholarshipsFundraising races, competitions, and tournamentsTax deductible donations
General information
Address
3300 W Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
Metro area
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
County
Maricopa County, AZ
Website URL
gcu.edu/ 
Phone
(855) 428-5673
IRS details
EIN
47-2507725
Fiscal year end
June
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2014
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
B43: University or Technological Institute
NAICS code, primary
611310: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Parent/child status
Central organization
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