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1 Grand Canyon University Academic Catalog Summer 2014 Version Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

2 Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Version Record The following is a record of the major changes made to the Grand Canyon University Academic Catalog from the Spring Update (v.3.4) version to the Summer (v.1.0) version. This is not a comprehensive itemization of all of the changes made in this revision cycle, but rather an overview of the more significant updates incorporated into the current version of the catalog. Version Updated Changes Made v.1.0 5/5/2014 v.1.1 5/15/14 Programs/Minors Revised Master of Education in Elementary Education (IP/Non-TL) Course Changes Added the following course(s): o UNV-107, POS-500 Modified the following course descriptions and/or prerequisites: o BIO-440, BIO-492, DAN-385, DAN-395, DAN-470, DDN-335, DDN-355, DDN-400, DDN-440, DDN-475, EDU-525, ENG-260, ENG-270, ENG-350, ENG-356, ENG-450, ENG-460, HIS-354, HIS-460, HIS-465, MAT-134, MAT-150, MAT-250, MAT-260, MAT-351, PCN-491A, PCN-491B, PCN-491C, PCN-615, PCN-622, PCN-622B, PCN-660A-D, PCN-662A-H, PHY-112, PSY-380, SCI-492B, SPA-105, SPA-202, SPA-214, SPA-309, UNV-492A & UNV-492B Removed the following course(s): o MDI-304V, MDI-410V, MDI-424V, & POS-535 Added Honors designation to the following course(s): o DAN-470 Other Changes Updated total practicum hours required for Master of Education in Elementary Education (IP/TL) Updated Master of Education in Elementary Education (IP/TL) Updated course sequencing for Master of Science in Christian Counseling and Master of Science in Christian Counseling of Substance Abuse and Addictive Disorders Added State Authorizations Oregon Updated Degrees Offered section for Post Master of Science Nursing Certificates program description Updated Course Legend Updated General Contact Information Updated Lopes Logo Programs/Minors Added Bachelor of History for Secondary Education Bachelor of History with an Emphasis in Public History Programs/Minors Revised Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Big Data Analytics Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Business Entrepreneurship Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Game and Simulation Development Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Business Entrepreneurship Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Health IT Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Technology Innovation Bachelor of History Course Changes Added the following course(s): o FIN-452, SED-490, HIS-304, HIS-110, HIS-255, HIS-144, HIS-306, HIS-327, HIS-350, HIS-386, HIS-325, HIS-337, HIS-347, HIS-463, HIS-380, HIS-450, HIS-387, HIS-466, HIS-426, HIS-477, ENG-507 Modified the following course descriptions and/or prerequisites: o BIO-492, CST-110, CST-200, CST-410, CST-415, CST-210, CST-425, CST-435, CST-440, CST-215, CST- 217/HN, CST-320, CST-370, CST-305, CST-416, CST-315, CST-310, CST-405, HIM-450, HIM-484, HIM- 410, HIM-412, ITT-115, ITT-120, ITT-200, ITT-325, ITT-410, ITT-422, ITT-450, STG-110, STG-110L Removed the following course(s): Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

3 Version Updated Changes Made v1.2 6/2/14 v1.3 7/7/14 o CST-110L, CST-200L, CST-410L, CST-415L, CST-210L, CST-425L, CST-435L, CST-440L, CST-215L, CST-217L/HN, CST-320L, CST-370L, CST-305L, CST-416L, CST-315L, CST-310L, CST-405L, HIM- 450L, HIM-484L, HIM-410L, HIM-412L, ITT-115L, ITT-120L, ITT-200L, ITT-325L, ITT-410L, ITT-422L, ITT-450L; JUS-355, JUS-355L, JUS-365, JUS-365L, JUS-375, JUS-375L, COM-221, COM-331 Other Changes Added Notice of Non-Discrimination Updated College of Nursing and Health Care Professions Updated State Authorization for Washington Programs/Minors Added Master of Science in Accounting Bridge to Master of Science in Accounting Certificate of Completion in English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs/Minors Updated Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Drama Bachelor of Arts in Digital Design with an Emphasis in Web Design Bachelor of Arts in Digital Design with an Emphasis in Animation Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Education (IP-TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Choral: Piano (IP/TL) Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Leadership (Dual Degree) Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Finance Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Health Systems Management Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Leadership Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Marketing Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Strategic Human Resource Management Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems (Dual Degree) Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Professional Learning Communities (AP/CPE) Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Teacher Leadership (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading with an Emphasis in Elementary Education (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading with an Emphasis in Secondary Education (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Technology (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Education Administration (AP/PL) Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (AP/CPE) Course Changes Added the following course(s): o BUS-623 Modified the following course descriptions and/or prerequisites: o DAN-480, DAN-450, DAN-390, CHM-113, CHM-113L Removed the following course(s): o EDU-310, ESL-523N, ESL-533N Other Changes Updated University Administration and Faculty Updated Department of Dance Updated format Programs/Minors Added Master of Divinity Master of Divinity with an Emphasis in Global Ministry Master of Divinity with an Emphasis in Worship Leadership Master of Education in Special Education (IP/TL) Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

4 Version Updated Changes Made Master of Education in Special Education (IP/Non-TL) Programs/Minors Updated Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Choral: Piano (IP-TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Choral: Voice (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Instrumental: Brass, Percussion, Woodwind, Strings (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Instrumental: Piano (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Instrumental Performance Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Piano Performance Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Voice Performance Master of Science in Christian Counseling Bridge to Master of Science in Accounting Master of Science in Accounting Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education Programs/Minors Removed Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Instrumental (IP/Non-TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Voice Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Piano Bachelor of Science in Public Safety Administration Post-Master of Science in Nursing: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate Post-Master of Science in Nursing: Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist Certificate Master of Education in Special Education: Cross Categorical (IP/TL) Master of Education in Special Education: Cross Categorical (IP/Non-TL) Course Changes Added the following course(s): o EDU-535, SPE-500, SPE-510, SPE-520, SPE-530, SPE-540, SPE-550, SPE-560, SPE-570, SPE-580, SPD- 500, SPD-510, SPD-520, SPD-530, SPD-540, SPD-550, SPD-560, SPD-570, SPD-580, SPD-590, EDU- 539TE, DNP-966, DNP-967, DNP-968, DNP-969, DNP-970, DNP-975, MIN-510, MIN-525, HEB-501, BIB- 611, INT-525, HTH-510, GRK-501, BIB-620, HTH-511, MIN-601, HTH-610, BIB-610, INT-675, HTH-611, BIB-621, INT-535, PHI-610, WOR-601, INT-545, INT-655, WOR-510, WOR-520, WOR-610 Modified the following course descriptions and/or prerequisites: o JUS-255, EXS-340, MAT-374, MAT-134, CHM-113, CHM-113L, DAN-130A, DAN-130B, DAN-280A, DAN-280B, DAN-335, DAN-340, DAN-380A, DAN-380B, DDN-100, DDN-105, DDN-205, DDN-210, DDN-215, DDN-220, DDN-230, DDN-300, DDN-305, DDN-315, DDN-330, DDN-335, DDN-340, DDN- 350, DDN-355, DDN-360, DDN-400, DDN-410, DDN-415, DDN-420, DDN-430, DDN-440, DDN-450, DDN-475, DFP-223, DFP-225, DFP-463, EXS-335, EXS-335L, EXS-340, EXS-340L, HCA-240, HCA-255, HCA-360, HCA-450, HCA-455, HCA-460, HCA-470, HLT-494, HLT-205, HLT-305, HLT-364, MAP-118, MAP-120, MAP-128, MAP-130, MAP-218, MAP-220, MAP-230, MAP-250, MAP-318, MAP-320, MAP- 330, MAP-350, MAP-390, MAP-420, MAP-430, MAP-450, MAP-451, MAP-490, MED-202, MED-340, MED-355, MED-365, MED-480A, MED-480B, MPC-109, MVA-119, MVA-129, MVA-219, MVA-229, MVA-319, MVA-329, MVA-419, MVA-429, NSG-321, NSG-321C, NSG-323, NSG-323C, NSG-325, NSG- 401, NSG-401C, NSG-403, NSG-403C, NSG-421, NSG-421C, NSG-423, NUR-398, NUR-640, PCN-501, PCN-529, PCN-530, PCN-531, PCN-535, PCN-545, TRE-245, TRE-330, NUR-675, NUR-675C, ELM-580, ESL-523, HLT-302, MUS-370, MUS-375, MUS-376, MUS-377, MUS-455, MEN-306, MUS-427, MUS- 428, ACC-664, ACC-250, AES-103, AES-301, AES-303, AES-401, AES-403, BUS-352, COM-355, ENG- 250, ENG-353, ENG-450, FIN-350, HIS-354, HIS-460, HIS-465, MAT-150, MAT-250, MAT-260, SPA- 214, BIB-501, BIB-502, HTH-505, HTH-550, ELM-540, HLT-665, ARE-480, EED-364, EED-465 Removed the following course(s): o NUR-644, NUR-642, NUR-653, ACC-623, NUR-203, MEN-313, MEN-122A, MEN-122B, MEN-222A, MEN-222B, MEN-239A, MEN-239B, MEN-322A, MEN-322B, MEN-339A, MEN-339B, MEN-422A, MEN-422B, MEN-439A, MEN-439B, NUR-206B, NUR-311, NUR-398, NUR-312, NUR-313, NUR-314 Other Changes Updated College of Fine Arts and Production - College Features Updated Honors Institute Program Requirements Updated Accreditation Updated Student Contacts College of Arts and Sciences changed to College of Humanities and Social Sciences and College of Science, Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

5 Version Updated Changes Made 1.4 8/1/14 Engineering, and Technology Programs/Minors Updated Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Business Entrepreneurship Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Big Data Analytics Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Game and Simulation Development Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Business Entrepreneurship Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Health IT Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Technology Innovation Master of Divinity Master of Divinity with an Emphasis in Global Ministry Master of Divinity with an Emphasis in Worship Leadership Programs/Minors Removed Executive Master of Business Administration Bachelor of Science in Public Safety Administration Course Changes Added the following course(s): o MAT-261, MAT-262, MAT-264, STG-390, PHY-122, PHY-122L, CST-403, CST-404, MGT-640, MGT- 641, TCH-539, TCH-520, SPD-505, SPD-515, SPD-525, SPD-535, SPD-545, SPD-555, SPD-565, SPD-575, MEN-340, MEN-315 Modified the following course descriptions and/or prerequisites: o JUS-265L, JUS-275L, CST-110, CST-200, MAT-252, CHM-113, CHM-113L, MAT-345, PHY-121, PHY- 121L, CST-215, CST-217, CST-320, CST-307, CST-305, MAT-374, CST-315, CST-310, CST-405, STG- 110, ITT-200, ITT-305, ENT-435, NUR-656, NUR-675, NUR-675C, WSA-121, PSY-570, MAT-151, EXS- 354 Other Changes Right to Change Requirements: Updated State Authorizations Updated College of Business Updated University Administration and Faculty The University reserves the right to make changes of any nature to the calendar, admission requirements, degree requirements, fees, regulations, course offerings, programs, or academic schedules whenever they are deemed necessary or desirable, including changes or modification of course content, class scheduling, offering patterns, canceling of scheduled classes, or other academic activities. The Grand Canyon University Academic Catalog does not establish a contractual relationship; rather, it sets forth academic and other requirements that students must meet to be granted a degree and, in some circumstances, to continue to be enrolled at the institution. While advisors and other Grand Canyon University personnel are available to guide students with respect to the requirements, students ultimately bear the responsibility of following the requirements. Notice of Non-Discrimination Grand Canyon University prohibits discrimination, including any form of harassment, by employees, faculty, students, contractors, or agents of the University and by anyone participating in a University sponsored activity against an individual based on race, color, national origin, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by applicable law in its programs or activities. Title IX regulations require nondiscrimination on the basis of sex or gender. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX discrimination or the application of Title IX harassment policies may be submitted to the Title IX coordinator and/or to the Office of Civil Rights for the United States Department of Education: Title IX Coordinator Jennifer Lech Senior Vice President and University Registrar 3300 W. Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ TitleIX@gcu.edu Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

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7 Table of Contents Academic Catalog Version Record... 2 Table of Contents... 7 Contact Information General Contact Information Student Contacts Accreditation and Authorizations State Authorizations About Grand Canyon University Vision Mission Statement Historical Sketch Corporate Board of Directors Contributors University Seal University Mascot and Colors Statement of Principle Degrees Offered Doctoral Programs Professional Programs Master Programs Baccalaureate Programs General Education Requirements General Education Information Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science Minnesota - Bachelor of Arts Minnesota - Bachelor of Science Honors Institute Honors Institute Description Honors Institute Mission Honors Institute Goals Programs Requirements Freshman Transfer Student The College of Business College Description College Mission College Features School of Business Studies School of Business Studies: Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Science in Accounting Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Business Intelligence Bachelor of Science in Business Management Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Studies Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics Bachelor of Science in Marketing Bridge to Master of Science in Accounting School of Business Studies: Dual-Degree Programs Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Leadership (Dual Degree) School of Business Studies: Graduate Programs Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

8 Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Finance Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Health Systems Management Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Leadership Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Marketing Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Strategic Human Resource Management Master of Science in Accounting Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems (Dual Degree) School of Professional Studies School of Professional Studies: Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Science in Applied Management Bachelor of Science in Public Safety and Emergency Management School of Professional Studies: Graduate Programs Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Government and Policy Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Health Care Management Master of Science in Leadership Master of Science in Leadership with an Emphasis in Disaster Preparedness and Executive Fire Leadership Colangelo School of Sports Business Bachelor of Science in Sports Management Minors Minor in Accounting Minor in Business Administration Minor in Business Management Minor in Entrepreneurial Studies Minor in Finance and Economics Minor in Marketing Minor in Sports Management The College of Doctoral Studies College Description College Mission College Vision College Features Doctoral Program Goals Doctoral Programs Bridge to Doctor of Business Administration Doctor of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Management Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Behavioral Health Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Christian Ministry Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Health Care Administration Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Higher Education Leadership Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in K-12 Leadership Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Organizational Development Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Special Education Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Cognition and Instruction Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance Psychology Professional Programs Education Specialist in K-12 Leadership The College of Education Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

9 College Description College Mission College of Education Promise College Features Benchmarks Endorsements Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies (IP/Non-TL) Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Special Education (Dual Major) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (Emphasis in English) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (Emphasis in Math) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (Emphasis in Science) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Emphasis in Biology) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Emphasis in Business Education) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Emphasis in Chemistry) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Emphasis in English) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Emphasis in Math) (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Emphasis in Physical Education) (IP/TL) Graduate Programs Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Professional Learning Communities (AP/CPE) Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Teacher Leadership (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading with an Emphasis in Elementary Education (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading with an Emphasis in Secondary Education (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Technology (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (IP/TL) Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (IP/Non-TL) Master of Education in Educational Administration (AP/PL) Master of Education in Educational Leadership (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Elementary Education (IP/TL) Master of Education in Elementary Education (IP/Non-TL) Master of Education in Secondary Education (IP/TL) Master of Education in Secondary Education (IP/Non-TL) Master of Education in Special Education (IP/TL) Master of Education in Special Education (IP/Non-TL) Master of Education in Special Education for Certified Special Educators (AP/CPE) Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (AP/CPE) Certificate of Completion in English as a Second Language (ESL) The College of Fine Arts and Production College Description College Mission College Features Department of Dance Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education (IP-TL) Department of Music Music Education Programs Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Choral: Piano (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Choral: Voice (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Instrumental: Brass, Woodwind, Percussion, or Strings (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Instrumental: Piano (IP/TL) Music Programs Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

10 Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Instrumental Performance Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Piano Performance Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Voice Performance Department of Production: Digital Design and Digital Film Bachelor of Arts in Digital Design with an Emphasis in Animation Bachelor of Arts in Digital Design with an Emphasis in Web Design Bachelor of Arts in Digital Film with an Emphasis in Production Bachelor of Arts in Digital Film with an Emphasis in Screenwriting Department of Theatre Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Drama Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Education (IP-TL) Minors Minor in Dance Education Minor in Digital Design Minor in Digital Film Minor in Music Instrumental Minor in Music Piano Minor in Music Vocal Minor in Theatre The College of Humanities and Social Sciences College Description College Mission Humanities Programs Bachelor of Arts in Communication Bachelor of Arts in English Literature Bachelor of Arts in History for Secondary Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in History with an Emphasis in Public History Bachelor of Arts in History Social and Behavioral Studies Programs Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency, and Substance Abuse Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies Bachelor of Science in Psychology Bachelor of Science in Sociology Master of Science in Addiction Counseling Master of Science in Christian Counseling Master of Science in Christian Counseling of Substance Use and Addictive Disorders Master of Science in Criminal Justice with an Emphasis in Law Enforcement Master of Science in Criminal Justice with an Emphasis in Legal Studies Master of Science in Professional Counseling Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in General Psychology Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology Minors Minor in Athletic Coaching Minor in Military Service (ROTC) Minor in Pre-Medicine Minor in Spanish The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions College Description College Mission Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

11 College Features College Philosophy Nursing Health Care Professions Nursing: Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Pre-Licensure Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) Bridge to Master of Science in Nursing Nursing: Graduate Programs Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Master of Science in Nursing: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with an Emphasis in Adult-Gerontology Master of Science in Nursing: Clinical Nurse Specialist with an Emphasis in Adult-Gerontology Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Health Care Informatics Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Education Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Public Health Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems (Dual-Degree) Post-Master of Science in Nursing: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with an Emphasis in Adult-Gerontology Certificate Post-Master of Science in Nursing: Clinical Nurse Specialist with an Emphasis in Adult-Gerontology Certificate Post-Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate Post-Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Education Certificate Nursing: Doctoral Programs Doctor of Nursing Practice Health Care Professions: Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences: Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care Health Care Professions: Graduate Programs Master of Public Health Master of Science in Health Care Administration Master of Science in Health Care Informatics The College of Theology College Description College Mission Christian Studies: Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Biblical Studies Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Youth Ministry Worship Arts: Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Digital Media Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Management Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Ministry Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Production Christian Studies: Graduate Programs Master of Arts in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Christian Leadership Master of Arts in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Pastoral Ministry Master of Arts in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Urban Ministry Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

12 Master of Arts in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Youth Ministry Master of Divinity Master of Divinity with an Emphasis in Global Ministry Master of Divinity with an Emphasis in Worship Leadership Minors Minor in Biblical Studies Minor in Christian Studies The College of Science, Engineering, and Technology College Description College Vision College Mission Guiding Principles Biomedical and Health Sciences Programs Bachelor of Science in Biology with an Emphasis in Pre-Medicine Bachelor of Science in Biology with an Emphasis in Pre-Pharmacy Bachelor of Science in Biology with an Emphasis in Pre-Physical Therapy Bachelor of Science in Biology with an Emphasis in Pre-Physician Assistant Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with an Emphasis in Health Education Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with an Emphasis in Physical Education Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Computer Science and Information Technology Programs Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Big Data Analytics Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Business Entrepreneurship Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Emphasis in Game and Simulation Development Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Business Entrepreneurship Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Health IT Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Technology Innovation Minors Minor in Athletic Coaching Minor in Military Service (ROTC) Minor in Pre-Medicine Minor in Spanish University Administration and Faculty Academic Administration College of Doctoral Studies College of Education College of Fine Arts and Production College of Humanities and Social Sciences College of Nursing and Health Care Professions College of Science, Engineering, and Technology College of Theology College of Business Faculty Course Descriptions Accounting (ACC) Administration (ADM) Aerospace Studies (AES) Applied Management (AMP) Arts Education (ARE) Bible (BIB) Biology (BIO) Business Intelligence (BIT) Business (BUS) Christian Counseling (CCN) Christian Leadership (CHL) Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

13 Chemistry (CHM) Communications (COM) Computer Science (CST) Christian Worldview (CWV) Dance (DAN) Doctoral Business Administration (DBA) Digital Design (DDN) Digital Film and Production (DFP) Design Studio (DGN) Dissertation (DIS) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Early Childhood Education (ECH) Economics (ECN) Education Administration (EDA) Instructional Leadership (EDL) Education (EDU) Elementary Education (EED) Elementary Education (ELM) Emergency Management (EMM) English (ENG) Entrepreneurship (ENT) Physical Education Army (EPE) English as a Second Language (ESL) Exercise Science (EXS) Finance (FIN) Geography (GEO) German (GER) Greek (GRK) Health Care Administration (HCA) Hebrew (HEB) Health Care Informatics (HIM) History/Social Science (HIS) Health Education (HLT) Honors (HON) Human Resources (HRM) History and Theological Studies (HTH) Intercultural Ministries (INT) Information Technology (ITT) Justice Studies (JUS) Latin (LAT) Leadership (LDR) Music Applied Piano (MAP) Mathematics (MAT) Brass Instruments (MBE) Music Education (MED) Music Ensemble (MEN) Management (MGT) Percussion Instruments (MIE) Christian Studies (MIN) Military Science (MIS) Marketing (MKT) Music Piano Class (MPC) String Instruments (MSE) Military Science Leadership (MSL) Music (MUS) Music Applied Voice (MVA) Music Voice Class (MVC) Woodwind Instruments (MWE) Nursing (NRS) Nursing (NSG) Nursing (NUR) Organizational Development (ORG) Professional Counseling (PCN) Physical Education (PED) Philosophy (PHI) Physics (PHY) Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

14 Political Science (POS) Public Safety Administration (PSA) Professional Studies Core (PSC) Psychology (PSY) Reading Education (RDG) Research (RES) Residency (RSD) Science (SCI) Secondary Education (SED) Sociology (SOC) Spanish (SPA) Special Education (SPD) Special Education (SPE) Statistics (STA) Science and Technology (STG) Systems Management (SYM) Teacher Leadership (TCH) Technical Credits (TEC) Theater and Drama (TRE) Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TSL) University Studies (UNV) Worship Arts: Guitar (WGA) Worship Arts: Keyboard (WKA) Worship Arts: Percussion (WPA) Worship (WOR) Worship Arts (WSA) Worship Arts: Voice (WVA) Youth Ministry (YMN) Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

15 General Contact Information Contact Information Web Site Main Switchboard Phone: Toll-free: Main Campus Mailing Address Grand Canyon University PO Box Phoenix, AZ Main Campus Street Address Grand Canyon University Main Campus 3300 West Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ Student Contacts Canyon Health and Wellness Clinic Responsibility: Assists campus students with health needs. Phone: Fax: Career Services Responsibility: GCU's Career Services team provides students and alumni with the resources, professional knowledge and support they need to successfully transition from academics into purposeful and satisfying employment. Phone: Center for International Education Responsibility: Assists international students with admissions and program completion. Phone: International: Fax: Center for Learning and Advancement Responsibility: Provides learning resources for students through free face-to-face and online tutoring in writing, math (algebra, trigonometry, calculus), accounting, finance, statistics, APA, as well as workshops in test-taking techniques, reading strategies, time management, study skills, and note-taking techniques. The Center also oversees the First Year Experience (FYE) program, Study Abroad, Peer Mentoring, Lifelong Learning Assessment, and the Honors Institute. Phone: Locations Grand Canyon University Banner Boswell W Thunderbird Blvd. Ste. 102 Sun City, AZ Grand Canyon University Mesa A.T. Still 5845 E Still Circle, Ste. 206 Mesa, AZ Grand Canyon University Scottsdale Scottsdale Healthcare E. Mountain View, Ste. 100 Scottsdale, AZ Grand Canyon University Tempe 1150 West Grove Parkway, Suite 101 Tempe, AZ Grand Canyon University Tucson Tucson Medical Center, 5099 E. Grant Rd.; Ste. 350 Tucson, AZ Student Disability Services Responsibility: Assists students with obtaining reasonable accommodations, based on student self-disclosure of disability. Phone: disabilityoffice@gcu.edu Enrollment Counselors Responsibility: Assists students with their initial enrollment into a program of study. Phone: GCU Bookstore Responsibility: Carries materials required in GCU courses along with University-branded apparel and gifts. Phone: GCU Library Responsibility: Provides learning resources through physical and online libraries. Phone: or ext Website: Ask A Librarian: Webinars/Workshops: Affairs/Library/Webinar-Sign-Up.php GCU Today Responsibility: Provides the news and events source for Grand Canyon University students, updated daily. Phone: doug.carroll@gcu.edu Summer 2014 Academic Catalog Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

16 Office of Academic Records Responsibility: Tracks student progress to degree completion, evaluates transcripts, and admits students to the University. Phone: Office of Residence Life Responsibility: Assists students with campus housing Phone: Office of Spiritual Life Responsibility: Provides spiritual needs of the campus, coordinates Chapel programming and outreach ministry Phone: Office of Student Engagement Responsibility: Assists students with campus clubs, intramurals, Associated Students of GCU, and campus programming. Phone: Public Safety Responsibility: Assists students, faculty and staff with issues relating to campus and public safety. Phone: Student Services Advisors Responsibility: Assists students with planning financial resources needed to fund their education along with planning and maintaining their program of study. Phone: Technical Support Responsibility: Assists students with technical issues regarding the University systems. Phone: Summer 2014 University Policy Handbook Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

17 Accreditation Accreditation and Authorizations Grand Canyon University holds many accreditations, some college-specific and others program-specific. Accreditation is desirable as it speaks to the quality of the college or university, acknowledged by peer institutions. In choosing a university, parents and students should ensure their university of choice is regionally accredited. Regional accreditation in higher education originated almost a century ago as an American process conferred by a nongovernmental agency. It provides quality assurance and ensures institutional program improvement. The agency s expert and trained peers have visited and reviewed Grand Canyon University. During the visit, Grand Canyon University is reviewed from a variety of facets, including: educational activities, administration, financial stability, admissions and student personnel services, resources, student academic achievement, organizational effectiveness, and relationships with outside constituencies. Six regional agencies provide institutional accreditation on a geographical basis Middle States, New England, North Central, Northwest, Southern, and Western. While independent of one another, the six regional associations cooperate extensively and recognize one another's accreditation. The Higher Learning Commission and its predecessor have accredited Grand Canyon University continually since 1968, obtaining its most recent ten-year reaccreditation in The Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education licenses GCU in Arizona. Higher Learning Commission The Higher Learning Commission (member of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools) accredits Grand Canyon University. The Higher Learning Commission North Central Association of Colleges and Schools 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 Chicago, Illinois Phone: Toll-free: Arizona State Private Post-Secondary Education Grand Canyon University is licensed in Arizona by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education 1400 West Washington, Room 260 Phoenix, AZ Phone: Veteran s Administration Grand Canyon University is approved for the education and training of Veterans under the provisions of Title 10 and 38, United States Code. We accept Chapter 30, 31, 32, 33, 35, 1606, 1607 recipients. Veterans are approved for benefits for numerous programs. For more information regarding using your VA benefits at GCU, please VaBenefits@gcu.edu or visit us at Veteran Affairs Benefits. In addition, the University has obtained the following specialized accreditations and approvals for our core program offerings: Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, Arizona State Board of Education, Arizona Department of Education, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) Grand Canyon University has applied for and received certification to enroll F nonimmigrant students per the Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) under 8 CFR The Center for International Education has access to SEVIS and may issue Forms I-20, Certificate of Eligibility for Student Status, to prospective students. For more information see the Center for International Education website. College of Humanities and Social Sciences The National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission (NASAC), 1001 N. Fairfax St. Suite 201, Alexandria, VA 22314, accredits the Master of Science in Addiction Counseling program. College of Business The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, 7007 College Boulevard, Suite 420, Overland Park, KS 66211, , accredits the following programs of the College of Business: Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Studies, Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics, Bachelor of Science in Marketing, Bachelor of Science in Sports Management, Master of Business Administration. Summer 2014 University Policy Handbook Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

18 College of Education Grand Canyon University College of Education is approved by the Arizona State Board of Education and the Arizona Department of Education to offer institutional recommendations (credentials) for the certification of elementary, secondary, special education teachers, as well as principals. College of Nursing and Health Care Professions The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing at Grand Canyon University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, The programs are also accredited by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and the New Mexico Board of Nursing. The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredits the Athletic Training Education Program, 2201 Double Creek Drive, Suite 5006, Round Rock, TX Intercollegiate Athletics Intercollegiate athletics function under the guidelines of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I, 1802 Alonzo Watford Sr. Drive, Indianapolis, IN and the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) regarding eligibility to participate in intercollegiate sports. State Authorizations Alabama Grand Canyon University has been granted authorization by the State of Alabama under Ala. Code (14) (1975) to offer the academic degree programs described herein. Since credentials earned through the College of Education do not automatically qualify for teacher certification, endorsement, and/or salary benefits within the State of Alabama, prospective students are advised to contact the Alabama State Superintendent of Education. Alaska Grand Canyon University is exempt from authorization under AS and 20 AAC because the program offered in Alaska is online and the University does not have a physical presence in the State of Alaska. Arkansas Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board certification does not constitute an endorsement of any institution, course or degree program. Such certification merely indicates certain minimum standards have been met under the rules and regulations of institutional certification as defined in Arkansas Code The student should be aware that these degree programs may not transfer. The transfer of course/degree credit is determined by the receiving institution. Georgia Grand Canyon University is authorized under the Nonpublic Postsecondary Educational Institutions Act of Master of Education students pursuing advanced degrees for certificate upgrades should have been enrolled by July, 15, 2011 and must be completed by December 15, Doctor of Education students pursuing advanced degrees for certificate upgrades should have been enrolled by July 15, 2011 and must be completed by December 15, If a complaint is not settled at the institutional level, students can refer to the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission website at and click on Complaint Process. The Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission is located at 2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 220, Tucker, GA (Phone Number: ). Idaho Grand Canyon University is registered with the State Board of Education in accordance with Section , Idaho Code. Indiana The Indiana Commission for Higher Education/The Indiana Board for Proprietary Education. 101 West Ohio Street, Suite 670, Indianapolis, IN Ext. 138; Ext Iowa Students seeking an Iowa license are advised that successful completion of Grand Canyon University s programs of educator preparation do not qualify you for initial educator licensure by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners. Candidates seeking licensure in the state of Iowa must first be licensed/certified as educators in Arizona. Grand Canyon University will assist you in understanding the licensure requirements of the Arizona Department of Education prior to completion of your educational preparation program. Arizona Department of Education can be contacted at or Candidates seeking subsequent licensure from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners must contact that Board ( ; for licensure requirements in Iowa. Kansas Grand Canyon University has been approved to operate by the Kansas Board of Regents. Summer 2014 University Policy Handbook Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

19 Kentucky Please be advised that our educator preparation programs are NOT accredited in Kentucky by the Education Professional Standards Board and are NOT recognized for initial, additional, or renewal of certification or salary enhancement (rank change) for K-12 educators in Kentucky. For more information, please visit the Education Professional Standards Board s Website at Please check the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education s Website at to view a listing of approved programs. For more information, please contact the Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, Kentucky Louisiana Grand Canyon University is currently licensed by the Board of Regents of the State of Louisiana. Licenses are renewed by the State Board of Regents every two years. Licensed institutions have met minimal operational standards set forth by the state, but licensure does not constitute accreditation, guarantee the transferability of credit, nor signify that programs are certifiable by any professional agency or organization. Maryland The following programs have been authorized to operate in Maryland by the Maryland Higher Education Commission: Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency, and Substance Abuse, Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading, Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Technology, Master of Education in Educational Administration, Master of Education in Educational Leadership, Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Master of Science in Addiction Counseling, Master of Science in Professional Counseling, Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Public Health, Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Education, Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems, Master of Science of Science in Special Education and Post-Master s Certificate of Science in Nursing. The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Special Education, Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, Master of Education in Early Childhood Education, Master of Education in Elementary Education and Master of Education in Secondary Education programs have not been recommended for implementation by the Maryland Higher Education Commission based upon on a possible shortage of student teaching placement opportunities, however students may still enroll in them. All other programs are pending registration by the Maryland Higher Education Commission. Minnesota Grand Canyon University is registered as a private institution with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. Missouri Grand Canyon University has been approved to operate by the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education. New Mexico Any New Mexico residents who have a complaint can file a complaint with the New Mexico Higher Education Department, 2048 Galisteo, Santa Fe, NM 87505, or visit Ohio Grand Canyon University is approved by the Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools and any Ohio residents who have a complaint can file a complaint with the Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools, 35 East Gay Street, Suite 403, Columbus, OH, 43215; or toll free Oregon Grand Canyon University is a unit of a business corporation authorized by the State of Oregon to offer and confer the academic degrees described herein, following a determination that state academic standards will be satisfied under OAR Inquiries concerning the standards or school compliance may be directed to the Office of Degree Authorization, 1500 Valley River Drive, Suite 100, Eugene, Oregon Pennsylvania Teacher education programs have not been reviewed or approved by Pennsylvania. Candidates will have to apply for certification and meet requirements for certification as out-of-state candidates. South Carolina Grand Canyon University is licensed to recruit SC residents by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, 1122 Lady Street, Suite 300, Columbia, SC 29201; ; Licensure indicates only that minimum standards have been met; it is not an endorsement or guarantee of quality. Grand Canyon University makes no guarantee that other institutions will accept credits earned at Grand Canyon University. The transfer of course/degree credit is determined by the receiving institution. Applicant students must consult with their academic advisors concerning eligibility for employment in discipline-related fields. Summer 2014 University Policy Handbook Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.

20 Tennessee Grand Canyon University is authorized for operation as a postsecondary education institution by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. In order to view detailed job placement and graduation information on the programs offered by Grand Canyon University, visit and click on the Authorized Institutions Data button. This authorization must be renewed each year and is based on an evaluation by minimum standards concerning quality of education, ethical business practices, health and safety, and fiscal responsibility. If a complaint is not settled at the institutional level, the student may contact the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (404 James Robertson Parkway, Suite 1900, Nashville, TN ; ). Transferability of Credits for Tennessee Students Credits earned at Grand Canyon University may not transfer to another educational institution. Credits earned at another educational institution may not be accepted by Grand Canyon University. You should obtain confirmation that Grand Canyon University will accept any credits you have earned at another educational institution before you execute an enrollment contract or agreement. You should also contact any educational institutions to which you may want to transfer credits earned at Grand Canyon University to determine if such institutions will accept credits earned at Grand Canyon University prior to executing an enrollment contract or agreement. The ability to transfer credits from Grand Canyon University to another educational institution may be very limited. Your credits may not transfer and you may have to repeat courses previously taken at Grand Canyon University if you enroll in another educational institution. You should never assume that credits will transfer to or from any educational institution. It is highly recommended and you are advised to make certain that you know the transfer of credit policy of Grand Canyon University and of any other educational institutions to which you may in the future want to transfer the credits earned at Grand Canyon University before you execute an enrollment contract or agreement. Washington Grand Canyon University is authorized by the Washington Student Achievement Council and meets the requirements and minimum educational standards established for degree-granting institutions under the Degree-Granting Institutions Act. This authorization is subject to periodic review and authorizes Grand Canyon University to offer specific degree programs. The Council may be contacted for a list of currently authorized programs. Authorization by the Council does not carry with it an endorsement by the Council of the institution or its programs. Any person desiring information about the requirements of the act or the applicability of those requirements to the institution may contact the Council at P.O. Box 43430, Olympia, WA This authorization is subject to periodic review and authorizes Grand Canyon University to advertise and recruit for the following degree programs: Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies; Bachelor of Arts in Communications; Bachelor of Arts in Digital Film with an Emphasis in Production; Bachelor of Arts in Digital Film with an Emphasis in Screenwriting; Bachelor of Arts in English Literature; Bachelor of Arts in History; Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies; Bachelor of Science in Accounting; Bachelor of Science in Applied Management; Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Bachelor of Science in Counseling; Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Studies; Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics; Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration; Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences: Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care; Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies; Bachelor of Science in Marketing; Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging Sciences; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN); Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Bachelor of Science in Public Safety and Emergency Management; Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care; Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education; Bachelor of Science in Sociology; Bachelor of Science in Sports Management; Bridge to Master of Science in Nursing; Master of Arts in Christian Studies; Master of Arts in Teaching; Master of Business Administration; Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Leadership; Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing; Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading; Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Technology; Master of Education in Education Administration; Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (IP/TL); Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (IP/Non-TL); Master of Education in Elementary Education (IP/Non-TL); Master of Education in Secondary Education; Master of Education in Special Education; Master of Education in Special Education for Certified Special Educators; Master of Public Administration; Master of Public Health; Master of Science in Accounting; Master of Science in Addiction Counseling; Master of Science in Criminal Justice; Master of Science in Health Care Administration; Master of Science in Health Care Informatics; Master of Science in Leadership; Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Education; Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems; Master of Science in Nursing: Health Care Informatics; Master of Science in Professional Counseling; Master of Science in Psychology; and Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership. The following programs lead to initial teacher certification or licensure in Arizona, and program applicants are encouraged to check with their state or local credentialing agency regarding applicability in their state: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (IP/TL); Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Special Education (IP/TL); Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (IP/TL); Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (IP/TL); Master of Education in Educational Administration (AP/PL); Master of Education in Elementary Education (IP/TL); Master of Education in Secondary Education (IP/TL); Master of Education in Special Education (IP/TL). The following programs do not lead to initial building-level administrator certification or licensure, but may lead to professional development credit, and program applicants are encouraged to check with their state or local credentialing agency regarding applicability in their state: Master of Arts in Teaching (AP/CPE); Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading (AP/CPE); Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Technology (AP/CPE); Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (IP/Non-TL); Master of Education in Educational Leadership (AP/CPE); Master of Education in Elementary Education (IP/Non-TL); Master of Education in Secondary Education (IP/Non-TL); Master of Education in Special Education (IP/Non-TL); Master of Education in Special Education for Certified Special Educators (AP/CPE); Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (AP/CPE). Summer 2014 University Policy Handbook Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.