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Student Financial Services
Berg Hall
Great Basin College
Phone: 775.327.2095

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Financing Your Academic Goals

An education at Great Basin College is one of the most potentially rewarding investments you may make in your lifetime, and it can be more affordable than you imagine.

GBC has many resources to assist you in funding your studies. The most desirable forms of financial aid for students are scholarships, and federal grants, which do not need to be repaid. Another option is a federal student loan, which will need to be repaid with interest. Federal Parent Loans are another financial avenue. Veterans may be entitled to additional benefits.

If you receive financial aid at GBC, you will need to maintain Satisfactory Progress during the course of your studies. Be sure to familiarize yourself with these academic standards.

In addition, GBC's Career Center can assist you in finding a regular job in the community and provides an online list of jobs currently open for GBC students.

Announcements and Events

Jan. 8-Dec. 31 NSHE Native American Fee Waiver Application
Submit the application with Tribal ID and/or Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) along with a copy valid driver's license and/or state issued ID card. Eligibility Requirements – See other eligibility requirements on the application. Click to download the application More Information About NSHE Native American Fee Waiver Application ]

Oct. 23-Jan. 7 Nevada Women's Fund Scholarship
Read scholarship criteria. Must attend a post-secondary university, college, or trade school in Northern NV. Deadline: January 6,2025 Click on link for more info and apply. Nevada Women's Fund Scholarship Link ]

Dec. 10-Feb. 8 Spring 2025 GBC Reaward application
Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2025 Must submit a personal essay and unofficial academic transcript. Spring 2025 GBC Reaward application Link ]

Dec. 10-Mar. 15 2025-26 GBC Annual GBC Scholarship Application
Deadline: Friday, March 14,2025 Must submit a personal essay and unofficial academic transcript. 2025-26 GBC Annual GBC Scholarship Application Link ]

Dec. 10-Jan. 3 Humboldt Foundation & Weiss Memorial Scholarship Application
Must be a student in Humboldt County or a graduate of Humboldt County high school. Submit a personal essay and academic transcript from high school or college transcripts. Please read the Humboldt Foundation Rules and regulations for more information. Humboldt Foundation & Weiss Memorial Scholarship Application Link ]

For More Information Contact

Student Financial Services
Berg Hall
Great Basin College
Phone: 775.327.2095

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Why Great Basin College

Great Basin College, "The Gold Standard in the Silver State", offers associate and baccalaureate level education in academic, career and technical fields. Welcoming over 4,000 students annually from all corners of the country, both online and at our various campuses and centers, GBC's presence extends across two time zones and spans more than 86,000 square miles throughout Nevada. A leader in rural higher education, GBC takes pride in developing students who are well-prepared to meet the demands of industry and who contribute to the success and prosperity of the local economy.

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