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Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball

Grand Canyon University (GCU) · Phoenix, Arizona · Private university

Acceptance rate79%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate43%finish within six years
Undergraduates113,257Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty20 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Grand Canyon University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Grand Canyon University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Western Athletic Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gculopes.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1006–1113
ACTMiddle 50%: 20–22

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Popular majors

AccountingAdvertisingArts, Entertainment, and Media Management, GeneralAthletic Training/TrainerBioengineering and Biomedical EngineeringBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
20 : 1
Graduation rate
43% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$16,473
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,239
Campus

Where it is

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix.

Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Type
Private
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Mountain
Website
gcu.edu
Overview

About Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Winston Gandy, the Head Coach, leads the Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball staff of 8 coaches, verified September 2026. Grand Canyon University (GCU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball as a member of the Western Athletic Conference. Grand Canyon University is a large private school in Phoenix, Arizona with 113,257 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,239 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Winston Gandy, the Head Coach and Adrian Sanders, the Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator. Grand Canyon University has 8 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Winston can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Grand Canyon University typically score 1006–1113 on the SAT and 20–22 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Grand Canyon University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Grand Canyon University D1?

Yes. Grand Canyon University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball, in the Western Athletic Conference.

Is Grand Canyon University public or private?

Grand Canyon University is a private school in Phoenix, Arizona.

What conference is Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball in?

The Western Athletic Conference.

Does Grand Canyon University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

Grand Canyon University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball have?

8 coaches, led by Winston Gandy, the Head Coach.

How much does Grand Canyon University cost?

In-state tuition is $16,473 and out-of-state tuition is $16,473 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,239.

What is the Grand Canyon University acceptance rate?

79% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Grand Canyon University?

Admitted students typically score 1006–1113 on the SAT and 20–22 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Grand Canyon University Women's Basketball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026