C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Quick Stats
2,936
Total Enrollment
52%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,472
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Great Basin College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $369,726
- Avg rent near campus: $1,654/mo — vs ~$448/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 89801 (3.5% cap, Elko)
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🏆 Where Great Basin College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,690 | $11,333 |
| Room | $4,032 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $15,425 | $25,018 |
Financial Aid
65%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
7%
Take Out Loans
$7,472
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $7,125 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $5,828 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $8,529 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $9,665 |
| $110,001+ | $12,010 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
106 grads/yr
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician
83 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
78 grads/yr
Electrician
58 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
54 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
44 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
34 grads/yr
Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
34 grads/yr
General Studies
30 grads/yr
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
30 grads/yr
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
28 grads/yr
Science Technologies/Technicians, General
26 grads/yr
Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician
22 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
21 grads/yr
Social Sciences, General
17 grads/yr
English Language and Literature, General
16 grads/yr
Welding Technology/Welder
14 grads/yr
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
13 grads/yr
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
13 grads/yr
Surveying Technology/Surveying
11 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Great Basin College's top programs commonly pursue.
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr
1,441,500 jobs
Elevator and escalator installers and repairers
$107k/yr
24,200 jobs
Control and valve installers and repairers, except mechanical door
$75k/yr
47,700 jobs
Millwrights
$65k/yr
41,300 jobs
Industrial machinery mechanics
$64k/yr
439,600 jobs
Wind turbine service technicians
$63k/yr
13,600 jobs
Maintenance workers, machinery
$61k/yr
57,500 jobs
Refractory materials repairers, except brickmasons
$59k/yr
1,100 jobs
Student Demographics
2,936
Total Students
65%
Women
33%
Traditional Age (18-24)
41%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
56%
Hispanic
26%
Black
4%
Asian
3%
Two or More
4%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
9%
Off-Campus (Renters)
41%
With Family
50%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,192 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
2%
Hybrid (Some Online)
7%
Fully Online
91%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
33%
25-64 (Adult)
38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Great Basin College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Great Basin College?
Tuition at Great Basin College is
$3,690 for in-state students
and $11,333 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,472.
What is the graduation rate at Great Basin College?
The graduation rate at Great Basin College is 52%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Great Basin College a good school?
Great Basin College has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Great Basin College?
Great Basin College has a total enrollment of 2,936 students.
Is there rental demand near Great Basin College?
Yes! Approximately 41% of students at Great Basin College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,192 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Elko area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology