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Great Basin College
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Annual Tuition
$3,855
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
49.9%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$39,289
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Great Basin College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Elko, NV. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,855, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 49.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$15,420
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$9,289
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$77,470
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$170,360
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 50%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Great Basin College is $15,750.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$3,855
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
57.1%
Success
49.9%
In-State Cost
$3,855
Age 25+ Students
38.7%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate/Associate's
Working at 6yr
496 students
Living In Elko
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$973
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,092
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,435
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Elko metropolitan area.