Grayson College
About Grayson College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Grayson College teaches in Denison, on the Texas side of the Red River, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and it teaches viticulture on its own vineyard.
Founded
1960
Location
Denison, Texas
Students
3,075
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,052
Out-of-state: $6,352
Avg Net Price
$5,880
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,873
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
9.6%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
60.1%
$/Student
$11.1K
Class Size
Large
The 39.9% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,052
In-State
$6,352
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,832
Books & Supplies
$1,180
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,866
After Financial Aid
$5,880
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,513
Receive Grants
32.2%
Take Loans
8.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $14,866/yr, including $8,832 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $5,880.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Grayson College fund their education.
While in School
32.2%
Get Grants
Free money
8.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,168
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$130/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,250, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Grayson College.
Gender
62.4%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,075
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
50.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
24%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 50.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
3,075
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Grayson College fields 3 varsity teams with 87 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
87
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
50
Men
37
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Grayson Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,873
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$34K
153 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
108 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$52K
34 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$56K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
—
33 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.