Message from the Dean | GCU College of Education

Discover how Grand Canyon University’s College of Education can help you become an impactful educator! Hear from Dr. Meredith Critchfield, Dean of the college, about the strong support, rich history and practical training that GCU provides to future teachers. If you’re passionate about teaching young minds, GCU’s College of Education is here to guide you every step of the way.
About Grand Canyon University:
Founded in 1949, Grand Canyon University is Arizona’s premier private Christian university and one of the largest and fastest-growing universities in the country.* We’re committed to delivering an affordable and transformative higher education that serves its students, the community and God. Based in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona with a vibrant, expansive campus, GCU integrates a welcoming Christian worldview into 330 academic programs including 270+ academic programs for online students (as of December 2023), giving you the personal freedom and support you need to earn your degree in the time you have - from wherever you are.
At GCU, we work to develop servant leaders. We challenge and inspire you to become an innovative thinker, effective communicator, global contributor and the kind of changemaker who invigorates your community by placing the interests of others before your own. GCU aims to not simply teach but provide a path to spiritual and emotional well-being in an environment that opens our hearts to students from all backgrounds and denominations.
GCU's ongoing commitment to academic excellence has led to an exciting era of community impact and campus expansion. This expansion includes new residence halls, amenities, academic and athletic facilities and immersive, hands-on labs that allow for practical learning.
Whether you’re looking to earn a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree, GCU believes that an education should be accessible to all with a supportive graduation team behind you. Learn more about GCU’s programs, competitive tuition rates and scholarship offers from your university counselor who takes a personalized approach in helping you achieve your goals.
Find your purpose at GCU. Private. Christian. Affordable.
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*National Center for Education Statistics. May 2021. Fast Facts: Highest Enrollment. nces.ed.gov/fa.... Retrieved April 14, 2023.
Grand Canyon University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLCommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Approved and verified accurate by the Dean of the College of Education on Sept. 25, 2024.