Founded in 1967, Great Basin College. is a college. Located in Nevada, which is a city setting in Nevada, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 3,396 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.
The Great Basin College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 67 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Great Basin College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
10
SAT Range
ACT Range
Admissions at GBC are considered , with ,2% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Great Basin College.
14%
“We”re apathetic”
43%
“We know about current events and vote”
43%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
25%
“We save it for the classroom”
13%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
13%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
88%
“I feel extremely safe”
80%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
20%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
88%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
13%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
38%
“They”re always available”
88%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
13%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
38%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
13%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
25%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
75%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
14%
“We”re apathetic”
43%
“We know about current events and vote”
43%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
25%
“We save it for the classroom”
13%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
13%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
88%
“I feel extremely safe”
80%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
20%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
88%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
13%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
38%
“They”re always available”
88%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
13%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
11 Students rated on-campus housing 2.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
9 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
12 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 8 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
15 Students rated campus facilities 3.9 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
15 Students rated class size 4 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
15 Students rated school activities 3.4 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
15 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 47 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
15 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.
Great Basin College REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Great Basin College?
13 Students rated Great Basin College
Mexa - 07/27/2020
I am an online student but had toured the campus prior to accepting enrollment. Everyone I encountered was amazing, and all my professors have been encouraging. I have only experienced one rotten apple as far as professors goes and have reviewed her already individually. Overall, this school has exceeded my expectations.
Breanna - 12/30/2019
Great Basin College overall is a reliable community college. The professors are helpful and always there to answer questions. There is a variety of degrees and majors to select from. The campus is easy to understand and find. The advisers are helpful and always around to help a student achieve their goals in college.
Jaron - 10/07/2019
Simply put, the communication between students and staff is laughable. I filled out the application in April and by July it still had not been "articulated" as they call it. In general, the staff was bad about answering phone calls. I remember attempting to contact one lady numerous times and I left multiple voice messages but I never actually got to talk to her. Even my advisor blew me off! Almost nobody at the school acts like they want your business. The tuition is cheap but, after my experience, it is pretty obvious why. The school just seems so unprofessional and I only recommend it if you do not have the money for a better school; just be prepared for a lot of headaches when applying and registering for classes.
Trenton - 10/03/2019
Disclaimer: I have not attended the college but I was originally planning to take online classes. My reason for not attending is because of my poor experience during the registration process, which I will go more in-depth about down below.
Simply put, the communication between students and staff is laughable. I filled out the application in April and by July it still had not been "articulated" as they call it. In general, the staff was bad about answering phone calls. I remember attempting to contact one lady numerous times and I left multiple voice messages but I never actually got to talk to her. Even my advisor blew me off! Almost nobody at the school acts like they want your business. The tuition is cheap but, after my experience, it is pretty obvious why. The school just seems so unprofessional and I only recommend it if you do not have the money for a better school; just be prepared for a lot of headaches when applying and registering for classes.
Rex - 09/02/2019
If poor, using grants and loans, you will never get processed timely to start with class as in 3 semesters, Financial Aid processes in an incompetent manner which doesn't allow a student to start class when the actual classes start. Typically, I start a week, or two late, and don't have money for books until a few weeks after course has already begun.
Care for students is attached to their administrative procedures....
gabriella - 03/25/2019
Great for online classes! I only took online class from Great basin college but never have I felt left out or never have I regret/dislike taking online classes from Great Basin College. I have seen pictures of their campus and looks very nice and clean. You can always email your professor and they will get back to you! Overall great experience.
Grace - 12/30/2018
People are very helpful and are willing to help you in any way they can. If you like small schools with class sizes ranging from 3 to 17 students, then I recommend this school. They have various different campuses, but I have only been to one. The professors here really want their student's to succeed with excellent scores and opportunities to help raise them in their career field. Most professors are very passionate about what they teach, trying to make the class more interesting.
Allyson - 07/20/2018
GBC is an outstanding college. The instructors are always available to assist with a smile. If you are unable to meet with them on their time, it has been my experience that they pick up the phone and call you to ensure all academic needs are met. They are extremely fair and consistent with all forms of communication. Assignments and assessments are returned quickly with productive feedback. There are options on some assignments to "redo" if you feel that it was not your best work and the teachers are happy to review the work, as well.
Makaya - 07/11/2018
Great Basin college is not a bad school, as it is a simple community college I feel students get more than could be expected. They have pliable hours for class schedules so students can sign up for classes to work around work schedules or vice-versa.
Susana - 07/22/2017
This college is very sturdy, the teachers are practically always available, the library is rather good, and the advisors get to know you since it's not a large college. The campus itself is probably one of the prettiest places in Elko, it's where everyone gets their pictures taken for special events and the campus feels safe.
Griffeth - 01/21/2017
Great Basin College is a wonderfully accessible school to new college students, high school seniors, and students looking to transfer an undergraduate degree into a higher program elsewhere. This college has a central campus in Elko, Nevada, but also has satellite locations throughout the state. With most of their classes also being offered online, it is convenient to access a good education.
The one major drawback to Great Basin College is that they are moving in an increasingly online-based direction. There are many classes that are not offered live anymore, which could prevent some students from learning as easily. On the other hand, the online setting of Great Basin College allows students from all over to attend, and it makes everything accessible.
Despite this, GBC has a great student community that is large enough to provide new resources, friends, and such for all students, but remains close-knit. It is often that when beginning a new class, you may have previous peers learning alongside you.
The advisers for many of the programs are great. My program in particular, the Bachelor of Applied Science - Management in Technology (MGTTEC-BAS or BAS-MT), has the best adviser. He remembers every student's name, their situations, questions, strengths, weaknesses, and more. It's great.
That being said, I certainly would not have picked any other school to start my higher education career at.
Carla - 12/05/2016
Great Basin College is a great place to go to school, especially for being a great distance from any major cities. The faculty seem to really care and try their best to offer certificates and degree programs that will help you earn a career in Elko, or transfer to a University with a solid educational base.
K - 01/09/2016
Small, really small. Class size is just right. Online and Interactive classes are the only courses I've taken so far. For me, GBC has proven to be convenient for those who take online, interactive video courses, and for those enrolled in certificate programs. Affordable campus housing is lacking. Library hours are an inconvenience.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Great Basin College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
The advice would be to go to a different college/university and stay there until you have the education necessary. This is imperative, as without a decent education, you will struggle throughout your career to prove you are smart enough to do the job competently and effectively, no matter the circumstances that may hinder your professional progress.
The small close like community. It's easy to fit in and not feel like an outsider. The small class sizes are also great, you get a better relationship with your professor , so they know your personality and not just your grades.
Whatever you do, don't take the course work lightly. Even if you are doing well in any/all of your courses, make sure you study the suggested time by each instructor. This is the best way for you to excell in your field of study, whether you are to be a nurse, electrician, mechanic, or other professioal.
I would recomend this school to anyone and everyone. Whether you are just taking your basics and moving to a university or you just want to get your degree at a fair price, GBC is an amazing choice. This college resides in the middle of a mining community so many of their classes are geared twoards trades that are applicable to that type of work however there is also an excelent nursing program as well as vairous social services, computer tech and buisness classes.
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
The worst thing about Great Basin College is that they just moved into a full time @ year college and are not ready staff wise or teacher wise to do that. They need some more organization and stability in there staff. They also need some more advanced classrooms if they want to be a full 2 year college. they need to get rid of the small classrooms and make them more suitable for the students.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
I will be attending online classes Spring 2010. It will be hard because I have a five year old, two year old, and a six month old. I think that it will be challenge but it will also be great to show them that school is important. I would be following through with what I preach about school being good for them and me.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
68% of students attending Great Basin College receive some sort of financial aid.
33% were awarded federal grants.10%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.