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Great Basin College
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  • Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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    In three sentences

    Offices are super helpful. Tons of class choices. Bang for the buck!

  • Reviewer is A current student here. Reviewer has not been to campus.

    2 of 14

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    In three sentences

    GBC is a great school! Very easy to get from place to place. This college also has professors who always do their best to teach each student.

  • Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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    Tips for prospective students

    the financial aid department has the rudest, most disrespectful employees i have ever met in my life. i don't care how upset and emotional someone gets when they call you, you're representing a business and you're supposed to be providing excellent, respectful, customer service. not getting an attitude and being rude and disrespectful because someone's upset! i unenroll ed because of how terrible these ladies were. i will be calling who ever i have to, to let them know how aweful their employees are.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

    4 of 14

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    Campus Safety

    They are always on the look out for your safety.
    Bang for the buck

    I am two years in and no student loans.
    What to do for fun

    GBC stuco always has fun things planed for students like block parties, free bowling nights, free random breakfast, they always have something new going on. Off of campus there are two theaters and tons of restaurants.
    Food and Dining

    Food is awesome and cheep! You can pick up the food on the menu and the cook if for you right there, or they have pre-made stuff as well. Their treats are great.
    Dorm Life

    I don't live in the dorms but I have hung out there quit a bit. There are always fun activities to do on the weekends with in the dorms and they are still a good environment to study.
    Academic Rigor

    Fabulous!
    Tips for prospective students

    If your not sure always ask, teachers and staff is always ready to answer questions or point you the way you can find the answer. Always use the free tutors to your advantage, math and English is the best to use the free tutors with even if you fell like you know the information.
    In three sentences

    GBC is an amazing school, the teachers are so helpful and there are endless opportunities to get help out side of class. There are free tutors at GBC and the library is free to research and check out books, magazines, dvds, and so much more.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

    5 of 14

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    What to do for fun

    There are tons of stuff to do for fun no matter what campus you attend at GBC. The outdoors provide you with all the activities you can imagine. In town allows you to go to movies, hang out with friends, and the college often has events for students.
    Food and Dining

    There are many different food places for students in the Elko area that provide options to students. I haven't had any food on campus.
    Dorm Life

    I haven't stayed in the dorms but I have been told by friends that they are nice and cozy.
    Academic Rigor

    I take online classes only and have found that they are very time consuming and require much more involvement compared to live classes. There is a lot of reading and many assignments that are due weekly.
    Tips for prospective students

    The college provides many different branch campuses. Check what ones are closest to you so you don't have to relocate far away. The college offers many different forms of classes so make sure when you are enrolling that you pick the class that is exactly what you want.
    In three sentences

    Great Basin College is an excellent institution to attend. It isn't large nor small, but always provides you with that warm welcoming feeling. The students and faculty are wonderful and the campus is beautiful.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Food and Dining

    The GBC campus in Elko, NV is located near several fast-food chain resturaunts. Easily accessable as well as affordable. Also within walking distance, a grocery store can be found to suit more a more healthy lifestyle when it comes to food choices
    Dorm Life

    I have not expieienced dorm life, as i have only taken courses online. But a represenative from GBC has explained the dorm situation to me an it sounds appeasing.
    Academic Rigor

    I'm not too sure what this means.
    In three sentences

    GBC is a great college to ease into as well as attain beginning knowledge of some intended majors. Online classes are organized, easily navigatable, and offer dual credit courses for high school student at lowered prices to help them get a feel for college before they graduate. I intend to finish out my basic college credits with GBC, because it is affordable and a great stepping stone to begin a path towards a college degree.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

    1 out of 2 people found this review useful. 7 of 14

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    Campus Safety

    Campus is smaller than an elementary school it is literally a giant hallway with classrooms on both sides.
    Greek Life

    No greeks.
    Clubs and Activities

    We have a running club, that's it.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for kids that are just focused on an education and not too worried about any school activities.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    It's located right across from the high school so show up early or you will be fighting teenagers for a parking spot.
    Bang for the buck

    Tuition is great compared to other schools that charge an arm and a leg.
    What to do for fun

    Nothing to do for fun. There are occasional runs where we 3k or 5k as a school but other than that there is nothing.
    Food and Dining

    No food and dining.
    Dorm Life

    There are no dorms for the smaller GBC branch in Winnemucca, there may be some in Elko but I'm not sure.
    Academic Rigor

    Not to bad.
    Tips for prospective students

    It's a great place to start college to learn the ropes of college life and start to learn how to take on the world by yourself.
    In three sentences

    The small campus makes GBC easy to navigate and get from class to class. The administration and teachers treat you as actual people rather than just a number. Tuition is very cheap compared to other colleges and universities. (I attend the smaller branch of GBC in Winnemucca so that is the one I will be writing about)

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Great for these types of students

    Its great for people who are looking to get there classes done and out of the way.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure to check your registration for your classes because i have been bumped out of certain classes by computer mishaps.
    In three sentences

    Great Basin college has been amazing. I am currently getting my associates of the arts there, and they have been truly helpful.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

    1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 9 of 14

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    Great for these types of students

    For anyone that cannot afford school and still needs an education in Nevada this is a good institution.
    Bang for the buck

    The price for classes here are really affordable. The professors know what they teach and teach it well.
    What to do for fun

    There are various things to do for fun. There are ping pong tables set up around the campus, if your a reader the library is full of books, in person and online. The campus even rents out iPads and movies.
    Food and Dining

    This school has multiple places to eat. The restaurants here serve good food for not that much money. They are not as cheap as fast food, but sure do serve higher quality food.
    Dorm Life

    I do not live in the dorms.
    Academic Rigor

    The classes that i have taken have not been rigorous, they have been some what challenging, but have not been rigorous. This school definitely makes you think but maybe not as hard as it should.
    Tips for prospective students

    Come prepared to work. It may not be the hardest or most rigorous schools out there, but you cannot just coast through the classes.
    In three sentences

    Great Basin College is a budget school. That being said you get a little more than what you pay for. It is a beautiful campus with professors that know what they are teaching.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

    2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 10 of 14

    Categories Comments
    Campus Safety

    The Pahrump campus is located right by Pahrump Valley High School so it gets not only the campus protection, but that of the high school. The parking lot is close by so it is a lot safer for students to go to their cars at night.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    At the end of the spring semester, they usually hold a dinner for students and their family to attend. They have drawings and good social opportunities.
    Bang for the buck

    They offer their classes for cheaper; especially for high school students. They have a program called the K12 program. It is a list of all online classes that high school students can take for $40 to $50. It makes college a lot cheaper.
    What to do for fun

    Great Basin College holds after hour activities. They hold dinners and activities nights. There is also a bowling alley nearby.
    Food and Dining

    In Pahrump, there are a couple of food places near the college as well as vending machines inside.
    Dorm Life

    I am attending the Great Basin located in Pahrump, and as far as I am aware of, it does not have any dorm housing.
    Academic Rigor

    I think this school holds a good standard for being a community college. The teachers are there for students to learn and grow in each area.
    Tips for prospective students

    My best advice would be to look into some of their programs. They offer a lot of valuable opportunities and they are worth investigating. I would also look at their list of degrees before taking classes. It will be a lot easier if you have a general idea of the generals that are required.
    In three sentences

    Great Basin College is a wonderful place to start and education. It provides many opportunities not only for college age individuals, but also for those in high school looking to advance. Their staff cares about the students and wants them to learn and succeed and are located in many different locations.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

    1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 11 of 14

    Categories Comments
    Campus Safety

    24/7 security. The security staff is always out and about the campus.
    Greek Life

    One one greek club and it is not bias
    Clubs and Activities

    There is usually something going on around campus.
    Great for these types of students

    Student looking to get Bach. degree from a major university
    Bang for the buck

    The classes are the lowest in the state and they are offered online.
    What to do for fun

    There is usually something going on around campus
    Food and Dining

    The on-campus cafe is closed due to a dispute between the college and the contracted restaurant but will be up and going soon.
    Dorm Life

    There is plenty or oppurtunity to meet people and sleep safely.
    Academic Rigor

    There are classes that are tough and many more that do not require maximum brain power but plenty of oppurtunity to get help.
    Tips for prospective students

    Apply early classes fill up fast.
    In three sentences

    Great Basin College is the perfect transition college for people looking to go back to school or go to college for the first time.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

    1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 12 of 14

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    Great for these types of students

    All kinds of students. I am a mom of 5, work full time, coach whatever sport one of my kids needs me to, and GBC always seems to fit in without hassle.
    Tips for prospective students

    Enroll as soon as possible and learn how to use web campus to your advantage.
    Bang for the buck

    I priced other schools and even though our tuition just went up, it is still far more affordable than others.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love GBC. Everyone is helpful, friendly, and the classes are scheduled with everyone's schedule in mind.
    Am learning a lot

    I amaze myself sometimes with the amount of knowledge I have gained in the year I have been going to GBC

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

    1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 13 of 14

    Categories Comments
    Great for these types of students

    First time college students. As well as student who do not know what they want as a career. Great Basin college is a great place to start, even if you want to attend a university. Great Basin can give you a jump start and prepare you for a bigger school. This college is also good for people who work. A lot of on-line classes are offered, and if you ever need help a lot of the professors are willing to meat in person.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be ready for fun in the classroom. Be ready to work hard, and always be prepared to learn. Oh! and camera ready, especially if you have a class with AVI sessions.
    Bang for the buck

    Great Basin College is worth it, especially if you're on a tight budget. You get free tutoring, which you would have to pay for any place else. One-on-one time with professors. The week is filled with fun events as well, so you're never bored. There are so many opportunities that Great Basin has to offer.
    Am enjoying being here

    I enjoy Great Basin. It's small. Everyone is really friendly. Students and staff are always willing to lend a helping hand. Also, there is always something to do. Great Basins student council always has activities planned for the students. They certain nights where you can go to the auditorium to watch a movie, with free snacks. Other nights you can head over to the gym to play basketball, tennis, along with other sports they have planned. There are plenty of clubs to get involved with as well, and if you join clubs doors for great opportunities open. Great Basin also offers student jobs, which is great, and they work great with your class schedule.
    Am learning a lot

    The teachers that I have had so far all have been really great. You learn a lot because the class sizes are small, I would say around 25-30 students or less to a class. This works out great especially if you need help because you can get the one-on-one time you need with your professor. A lot of the professors are really understanding about being a college student, having to work, and go to school, even if you have kids. Great Basin also has the new EIT building, along with the ASC (Academic Success Center) where free tutoring is provided, and the tutors are wonderful. Which is a big help, especially when finals time comes around.

  • Reviewer is A past student here.

    3 out of 3 people found this review useful. 14 of 14

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    Great for these types of students

    Great Basin is great for any student. They offer internet classes which is awesome for all those busy people trying to go back to school. They have a few campuses throughout Nevada, the main one is in Elko, NV. The staff is super friendly and the teachers have a lot to offer.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be prepared to learn a lot!
    Did enjoy being here

    I took mostly internet classes but, did attend one class at the Elko campus. The Elko campus is very pretty and easy to get around.