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Great Basin College

Elko, NV·Public·www.gbcnv.edu/

Campus Identity

Great Basin College is a public college in Elko, NV. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 62/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Great Basin College is a public college in Elko, NV. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 62/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,428
In-State Tuition
+$165 fees
$12,644
Out-of-State Tuition
+$165 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

6 miles

Elko SnoBowl

Weather

Cold Climate

41°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Elko SnoBowl

Nevada

6 mi away
60 skiable acres2 lifts
121 mi away
280 skiable acres3 lifts
500 skiable acres3 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Elko, NV

27°Jan32°Feb40°Mar46°Apr54°May63°Jun72°Jul70°Aug60°Sep47°Oct36°Nov27°Dec

Station: ELKO REGIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

62/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety438872
43/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
88/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
72/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

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

Tuition
$3,428$12,644
Fees
$165$165
Total
$3,593$12,809
In-StateOut-of-State

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

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Fields of Study

63 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
126 grads/yr
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
102 grads/yr
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
78 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
74 grads/yr$37,754
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
52 grads/yr$93,127

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

Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Associate's38 grads$103,904
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate52 grads$93,127
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Associate's23 grads$90,379
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's27 grads$81,077
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate12 grads$39,641
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's74 grads$37,754
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate126 grads
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
Certificate102 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate78 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's29 grads

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Great Basin College located?

Great Basin College is located in Elko, NV. The main campus address is 1500 College Parkway, Elko, NV. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Great Basin College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Great Basin College charges $3,428/year for in-state students and $12,644/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $12,809/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Great Basin College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Great Basin College the right fit for me?

Whether Great Basin College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($12,644/year out-of-state), campus culture in Elko, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Great Basin College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Elko, NV
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 41°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
62/100
Nearest Airport
Elko, NV (EKO) · 2 mialso ENV (91 mi), WMC (107 mi)

Location

Elko, NV

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. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.