ABOUT GBC
Welcome to Great Basin College!
Great Basin College values you! Valuing what we have in common and our differences means we will foster a college climate of mutual trust, tolerance, informed discourse and always seek to promote GBC as a "safe space" to explore new ideas and perspectives with opportunities for you to grow, learn and be successful in a friendly, supportive campus environment. GBC enriches people's lives by providing student-centered, post-secondary education to rural Nevada. GBC students enjoy outstanding academic programs, smaller class sizes, and excellent faculty who really care about our students. We are GBC!
ADMISSIONS
ACADEMICS
For High School Students
STUDENT SERVICES
GBC ONLINE
As part of Great Basin College's mission of transforming lives through education, GBC offers hundreds of online classes and several certificate and degree programs. See our current catalog for more information.
COMMUNITY
Great Basin College wants to be your choice for higher education. GBC offers associate and baccalaureate level instruction in career and technical education and academic areas. About 4,000 students are enrolled annually online from across the country and on campuses and centers across 86,500 square miles, two time zones, and ten of Nevada's largest counties. We border Arizona, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and California. We are GBC!
INFORMATION
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GBC Access Program
Access Starts Here
If you want to pursue college, finances shouldn't stand in the way. The GBC Access Program provides eligible students with up to $2,000 in gift aid to support tuition, fees, and books.
This program is part of Great Basin College's commitment to access, affordability, and student success across rural Nevada.
Students must contact an academic advisor for program details and to determine eligibility.
Reach an advisor at the GBC center nearest you Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm:
- Elko: 775-327-2068
- Ely: 775-327-5350
- Pahrump: 775-327-5210
- Winnemucca / Battle Mountain: 775-327-8200
You can also get in touch by emailing: advisor@gbcnv.edu
Who Should Reach Out?
You should contact an academic advisor if you are:
- Planning to enroll at Great Basin College for Spring 2026
- Already enrolled at Great Basin College for Spring 2026
- Looking for help covering tuition, fees, and/or books
- Unsure what you qualify for and want a clear next step
How the GBC Access Program Works
- Connect with an academic advisor to review program details and confirm whether you may qualify.
- If eligible, you may receive up to $2,000 to help cover tuition, fees, and books.
- Enroll for classes before January 26.
Requirements
- A 2025-2026 FAFSA is required
- You need to enroll in at least 9 credits
- Must have a high school diploma
- Be degree seeking
- Must be meeting Satisfactory Progress
For more information regarding academic standards for financial aid recipients, visit our page.
For More Information Contact
Academic Advising
775.327.2068
advisor@gbcnv.edu
webpage
Why Great Basin College
Great Basin College offers associate and baccalaureate level education in academic, career and technical fields. Welcoming students from all corners of the country, both online and at our various campuses and centers, GBC's presence extends across two time zones and spans more than 86,000 square miles throughout Nevada. A leader in rural higher education, GBC takes pride in developing students who are well-prepared to meet the demands of industry and who contribute to the success and prosperity of the local economy.
