About Gaston College
Gaston College is a public community college in Dallas, North Carolina, serving Gaston County and the surrounding region. It is part of the North Carolina Community College System and offers postsecondary education from its main campus and other instructional locations. The college focuses on accessible higher education and workforce preparation for local students and adult learners.
The college offers associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates in a range of academic and career-technical fields. Its programs are designed to support university transfer as well as direct entry into the workforce, with offerings in areas such as health sciences, business, public service, industrial technologies, and general education. Gaston College also provides continuing education and workforce development opportunities.
- Public community college serving Gaston County and nearby communities
- Transfer-oriented pathways for students planning to continue at four-year institutions
- Career and technical education alongside general education and university-transfer study
- Workforce development and continuing education options for adult learners
- Regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges