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Gaston College is a fully accredited community college located in Dallas, North Carolina. It was granted a charter in 1963 by the State of North Carolina. Classes began in September of 1964. The college enrolls more than 5,000 students each term. It also enrolls over 15,000 students in continuing education programs. Gaston College is a part of the North Carolina Community College System.
Gaston College offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. The college sponsors several clubs and organizations for the overall development of its students.
Gaston is located in Dallas, NC (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Gaston is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in office and administration and education and teaching.
Gaston is an open-admission school.
The school had 5,718 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A large number of students at Gaston are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"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."
More complete details are provided below.
Gaston College
201 Hwy 321 S
Dallas, NC 28034
General Phone: (704) 922-6200
http://www.gaston.cc.nc.us
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 163 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 97 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic, nursing assistant |
| Business and Management | 92 | accounting, business management, logistics, accounting technology |
| Mechanics and Repair | 81 | HVAC, automobile mechanics, industrial electronics tech, industrial mechanics |
| Education and Teaching | 70 | early childhood education |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 69 | criminal justice and police, criminal justice and safety, fire protection tech, forensic science |
| Medical Administration | 67 | medical office management, medical transcription, medical secretary |
| Engineering Technician | 36 | civil engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech, computer engineering tech, architectural engineering tech, electromechanical instrument tech, biomedical tech |
| Medical Support and Technology | 33 | veterinary assistant, medical assistant, phlebotomy |
| Office and Administration | 30 | office management, executive secretary, business support services |
| Production Trades | 24 | machine shop assistant, welding |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 23 | computer networking, information science, information technology, computer programming, computer security, computer engineering courses, network management |
| Law | 19 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Therapy and Counseling | 17 | massage therapy |
| Construction Trades | 13 | electrician |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 4 | dietitian assistant |
| Media | 3 | radio and TV tech |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 2 | biology tech |
| Science | 0 | biotechnology |
| Engineering | 0 | engineering management, biomedical engineering |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 0 | cosmetology |
Number of programs and degrees for Gaston in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 497 | 45 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 236 | 29 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 110 | 19 |
In 2007-2008, Gaston had a total enrollment of 5,718 students (4,312 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 9% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Dallas, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,520 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,641 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,200 |
Financial Aid:
Gaston participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 297300)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 48 | 90 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 48 | $51,441 | 90 | $50,251 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 48 | $51,441 | 90 | $50,251 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Logistics and Materials Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, Other
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Systems Security
Information Science/Studies
Information Technology
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Engineering/Industrial Management
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Biomedical Technology/Technician
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Instrumentation/Maintenance Techs, Other
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Medical Office Management/Administration
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietitian Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
Office Management and Supervision
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Gaston Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 3% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library
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