About Gaston College

Founded in 1964, Gaston College. is a college. Located in North Carolina, which is a city setting in North Carolina, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 5,633 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Gaston College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 18:1. There are 157 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Gaston College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at are considered , with ,2% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Gaston College.

6%
“We”re apathetic”
50%
“We know about current events and vote”
44%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
6%
“Sometimes, but not often”
75%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
19%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
19%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
81%
“I feel extremely safe”
100%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
19%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
56%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
44%
“They keep regular office hours”
56%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
25%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
56%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
31%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
6%
“We only party on weekends”
6%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
56%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
31%
“There might be people who do”
6%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
6%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
6%
“We”re apathetic”
50%
“We know about current events and vote”
44%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
6%
“Sometimes, but not often”
75%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
19%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
19%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
81%
“I feel extremely safe”
100%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
19%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
56%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
44%
“They keep regular office hours”
56%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
25%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
56%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
31%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
6%
“We only party on weekends”
6%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
56%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
31%
“There might be people who do”
6%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
6%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    13 Students rated on-campus housing 1.6 stars. 8 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    10 Students rated off-campus housing 3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    17 Students rated campus food 3.4 stars. 12 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    18 Students rated campus facilities 4.6 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    17 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 59 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    17 Students rated school activities 3.5 stars. 12 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    18 Students rated local services 3.5 stars. 28 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    18 Students rated academics 4.6 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

Gaston College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Gaston College?

17 Students rated Gaston College

Garrett - 02/29/2020

I have learned a great amount of knowledge from Gaston college and I would recommend it. Many professors will give you their personal phone number so that you can contact them outside of office hours. The facility is safe and clean. The grading of assignments is usually within a week.

Shelby L - 08/07/2019

The classes are great, I am a High School student and take college classes through my High School, the experience so far has been outstanding. Teachers are very helpful and easy to reach if needed. The satellite campus at the Lincoln campus location has been extremely helpful as it is close by.

Kierstin - 05/26/2019

Gaston College is a place to grow before heading to a big four year university. They have a very safe campus you can roam on and hang out with friends. Professors have regular office hours to help students and even have contacts when not available at school. There are also many open labs and classrooms to find a quiet place to study.

Valerie - 05/09/2019

As a community college, Gaston is a great place to get your education at an affordable and accessible rate. This is my first year at Gaston college and thus far I’ve really learned to love the rural and southern comfort environment that Gaston has to offer. I was attracted to this school because of their Nursing program which is built with kind and supportive staff that push you to your limits. The feeling of family/friendship within the nursing program becomes prominent as the semester goes on due to the high drop rate that is typically associated within this type of degree. Do keep in mind that this particular program consumes a lot of students time, however some students do manage to balance work and nursing. Personally, I was only able to work the first semester and then I had to quit my job to finish my second semester and be able to pass. Professors in the nursing department are good but many times expect you to be able to learn on your own and the lectures are mainly to supplement your learning. In regards to the application process for their nursing program, they require students to take the TEAS test (nursing entrance exam) with a minimum score of 65 and all the required pre-requisites in the areas of math, science, and literature completed. Gaston offers their students access to the library on campus as well as the gym which are both nice facilities. Campus life is calm and is a very safe place to learn, this is highly due to the size of campus being small compared to community colleges in cities such as the schools closer to Charlotte, NC. If you are a student looking to obtain an education at an affordable price or if you are someone looking at a nursing program around a calm and safe area, I certainly recommend Gaston College in Dallas, NC.

Gaston College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Gaston College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Gaston College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to pay more attention in my Language Arts class. Writing papers is not my specialty. The big thing I would really like to tell myself is not to be so shy. I didn't have very many friends in high school because I was too afraid to approach people. I always stood behind my younger brother because he is the outgoing one. However, going out on my own, I didn't have him as a crutch anymore. The first day of college I got asked to join a study group. I was able to open up and found that people do like me. I don't have to be afraid. It's really help me come out of my shell.

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  3. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    I think people who aren't focused and ready to make something of themselves should not attend the school. People who are afraid of life and want to keep partying should maybe go to a four year school and grow out of that. A community college would not be the place for them.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    I'm going to classes at night right now, so some are older than me and some are close to my age. They are all friendly and helpful.

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  5. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Gaston College is known for being a very convenient, flexible, easily accessible college to attend for people of all ages.

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  6. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    I like the fact that the campus is small and so are the classes. You get more of the personal touch here. Also, I want to be a paramedic, and Gaston College has a program specific for that.

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  7. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    It is a nice community college.

    Read all 1 answers

  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone interested in continuing their education and especially those looking to bring their GPA up intending on transfering to a four year college

    Read all 1 answers

  9. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag to my friends that Gaston College is full of nice, down-to-earth students and professors.

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  10. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing about my school is the parking situation. The parking is really bad especially the first week of school. People aren't used to the school and don't know where to park so they just be all over the place. So i end up having to park far away. Other that the parking it's actually a really nice school.

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Student Body

Students

64%

female

36%

male

5,633

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

N/A

Out-Of-State

91%

In-State

9%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

No

On-Campus Housing

N/A

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
16%
% Hispanic/Latino
7%
% White or Caucasian
66%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

71% of students attending Gaston College receive some sort of financial aid. 59% were awarded federal grants. While N/A received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$8,708

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,326

Books and Supplies

$6,108

Room and Board

16,142

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$9,900
$30 - $48K
$11,165
$48 - $75K
$12,014
$75 - $110K
$14,571
$110K & UP
N/A

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