GASTON COLLEGE
- 201 Hwy 321 S
- Dallas, NC 28034
- OPEID College Code: 00297300
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- General Phone: (704) 922-6200
- President: Patricia Skinner
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 6,507
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Gaston College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.gaston.edu
- Mission Statement
- Gaston College, located in gaston and lincoln counties, is an open door, comprehensive, public community college that promotes lifelong learning and economic develoment through high quality educational programs and services.
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Gaston College Campus Map
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 46%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 44% | 26% | 6% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $3,282 | $2,458 | $1,690 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 10.1% | 3.0% | 3.0% |
| Number in Default | 10 | 3 | 3 |
| Number in Repayment | 99 | 97 | 98 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $1,776 | $1,520 | $1,520 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,836 | $1,520 | $1,520 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,897 | $7,641 | $7,644 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,200 | $2,200 | $1,900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,717 | $5,785 | $5,753 |
| Other Expenses | $4,910 | $4,928 | $4,706 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $8,910 | $4,928 | $5,706 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $3,976 | $3,720 | $3,420 |
| In-State | $4,036 | $3,720 | $3,420 |
| Out of State | $10,097 | $9,841 | $9,544 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,603 | $14,433 | $13,879 |
| In-State | $13,663 | $14,433 | $13,879 |
| Out of State | $19,724 | $20,554 | $20,003 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $12,886 | $10,648 | $9,126 |
| In-State | $12,946 | $10,648 | $9,126 |
| Out of State | $19,007 | $16,769 | $15,250 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 6,507 Undergraduate: 6,507
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,455 Female: 4,052
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,455 Female: 4,052
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,732 Part-Time: 3,775
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,732 Part-Time: 3,775
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 34 | 0.5% |
| Black | 918 | 14% |
| Asian | 63 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 192 | 3% |
| White | 4,942 | 76% |
| Unknown | 358 | 6% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 337 | 5% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,185 | 18% |
| Ages 20-21 | 989 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 749 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 652 | 10% |
| Ages 30-34 | 552 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 525 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 902 | 14% |
| Ages 50-65 | 568 | 9% |
| Age Over 65 | 34 | 0.5% |
| Age Unknown | 14 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 830 | 358 | 472 |
| Faculty Status | 540 | 135 | 405 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 540 | 135 | 405 |
| Primarily Instruction | 540 | 135 | 405 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 13 | 13 | - |
| Other Professionals | 57 | 56 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 220 | 154 | 66 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Skilled Crafts | 14 | 14 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 43 | 19 | 24 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,287 (135) | $50,557 (46) | $50,148 (89) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,287 (135) | $50,557 (46) | $50,148 (89) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 65%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 45%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 18% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 24% |
| Female | 13% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 9% |
| Asian | 33% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 20% |
| Unknown | 8% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | - |
| Drug Related | 5 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | - |
Gaston College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Gaston College
- Reviewed on: September 28, 2010
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- I am a woman of a certain age who is ready for a new start. I surely hope I find it here.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
