Public

Gaston College

201 Hwy 321 S, Dallas, NC 28034
$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $2,432

At a Glance

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$2,432
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+$430 fees
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$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$430 fees
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

65 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts
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Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

68 mi away
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Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

68 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

πŸ–οΈ Nearest Beach

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Myrtle Beach, SC

Ocean access within 172.5 miles

173 mi away

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Dallas, NC

42Β°Jan46Β°Feb53Β°Mar62Β°Apr69Β°May77Β°Jun81Β°Jul79Β°Aug74Β°Sep63Β°Oct52Β°Nov45Β°Dec

Station: GASTONIA Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$2,432$8,576
Fees$430$430
Total Estimated Cost$2,862$9,006

πŸ’‘ These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

76 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingCertificate
414 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
380 grads/yr$31,143
BiotechnologyCertificate
372 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
353 grads/yr
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
138 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's71 grads$56,336
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate58 grads$53,020
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's25 grads$36,802
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's380 grads$31,143
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's13 grads$31,030
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's25 grads$29,191
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's14 grads$28,367
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's48 grads$26,555
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's9 grads$20,868
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Certificate414 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as β€”) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gaston College located?

Gaston College is located in Dallas, NC. The main campus address is 201 Hwy 321 S, Dallas, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Gaston College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Gaston College charges $2,432/year for in-state students and $8,576/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,006/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Gaston College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Gaston College the right fit for me?

Whether Gaston College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,576/year out-of-state), campus culture in Dallas, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Gaston College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Gaston College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Dallas, NC
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
🌀️ Warm · 56°F avg

Location

Dallas, NC

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Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.