College statistics
- Address:
- 201 Hwy 321 S
Dallas, NC
28034 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.gaston.edu/
- Setting:
- Suburb
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $2,432
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $80,939,346
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Gaston College is a public two-year institution located in Dallas, North Carolina, serving the suburban Gaston County region. The college enrolls 5,871 students and offers transfer and career pathways focused on liberal arts and sciences, general studies, and humanities. As a community college, Gaston provides accessible entry points to higher education for working adults, recent high school graduates, and career changers in the area.
In-state tuition is $2,432 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $8,576. These figures represent the total cost of attendance for tuition alone, making Gaston one of the most affordable higher education options in North Carolina for local students. The college serves students at varying income levels and educational readiness, reflecting the economic mobility profile of higher access with lower earnings typical of many community college students.
Gaston College functions primarily as a transfer pathway to four-year institutions and as a provider of career and technical credentials. The college is best suited for students seeking affordable initial college coursework, those pursuing associate degrees, and working professionals looking to gain new skills or credentials. For more information about programs, admissions, and student services, visit www.gaston.edu/.