Bachelor of Science in Finance / Financial Planning
Grand Canyon University

Program Details

The Grand Canyon University online Bachelor’s degree in Finance is the perfect step into a certifiable career path. Specifically, the program prepares students to sit for the Certified Financial Planner examination. Plus, students can still balance their careers with academics through the program’s flexible, virtual format. The online finance degree curriculum mirrors its on-campus counterpart, providing essential studies in areas such as:

  • Microeconomics
  • Taxation
  • Risk management

Along with these specialized courses, students must complete general education requirements, including ethics, communications, etc. Subsequently, graduates are able to problem-solve, offer sound financial advice, and reach financial goals. In addition, they have a solid grasp of conscious capitalism, a Christian worldview, and an ethical approach to success in today’s competitive marketplace. 

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

Learning Schedule

Asynchronous

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Grand Canyon University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Grand Canyon University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (https://www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

https://www.gcu.edu/academics/accreditation

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score

Additional Info

  • Additional criteria and/or ACT/SAT scores may be required for applicants with less than a 3.0 GPA.

Disclosures

Online courses exclude programs with residencies and field experience.  

Grand Canyon University ©2022 – All Rights Reserved. For the most up-to-date information about admission requirements, tuition, scholarships and more, visit gcu.edu. Please note, not all GCU programs are available in all states and in all learning modalities. Program availability is contingent on student enrollment.

For more information on the accreditation of nursing programs and other university approvals, please visit our University Accreditation and Regulations page: https://www.gcu.edu/academics/accreditation/college-of-nursing-and-healthcare