201 Highway 321 South
Dallas, NC 28034-1499

Gaston College was granted a charter by the State of North Carolina in 1963, and began its first classes in temporary headquarters in September 1964. The college moved to its permanent campus between Dallas and Gastonia two months later. Part of the North Carolina Community College System, Gaston College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees.

The 12 major buildings that comprise the Gaston College Dallas campus contain approximately 450,868 square feet and have an estimated current value of $41,385,862. There is an efficient road system and parking for more than 2,000 cars. College facilities (including a 480-seat auditorium) are available for public use and may be scheduled through the Office for Finance and Facilities.

There are special services and classes offered at Gaston College. For those senior citizens looking to take a class or two, the North Carolina community college offers some tuition-free classes to these individuals. There is also free GED preparation and testing at Gaston College for those looking to get their equivalency and start on the path to a college education. Free classes that will lead to an adult high school diploma are offered to students. Finally, students going out into the real world need to be prepared. This can easily be done with Gaston College's free resume prep, job search skills workshops, and a career planning center.

Quick Facts:

Gaston College is an open door, comprehensive, public North Carolina Community College that promotes lifelong learning and economic development through high quality educational programs and services.

Gaston College is a North Carolina Community College that provides excellent student-centered programs and services and also provides proactive leadership in economic development that enriches the quality of life for the greater community.

Gaston College serves both Gaston and Lincoln counties and enrolls over 5,000 students each term in curriculum programs and averages over 16,000 students annually in its Continuing Education programs.

Gaston College is a commuter institution and does not have dormitories or housing for rent.

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