- Grayson County College, recognizing its interdependence with various communities, is committed to meeting lifelong learning needs through learner-centered instruction and services that promote economic development and cultural enrichment.
School Highlights
Grayson College serves 4,066 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 70%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 4,066 students
- In-state tuition: $2,544
- Out-state tuition: $3,648
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 30%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Grayson College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 400 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Grayson College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
400 staff
262 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Grayson College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Grayson College diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,066 students
4,669 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,326 students
1,310 students
# Part-Time Students
2,740 students
3,359 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
300 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,326 students
1,289 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
3,151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
n/a
% Asian
2%
5%
% Hispanic
11%
46%
% Black
8%
12%
% White
70%
30%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.49
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
22.76%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
4.59%
2.44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,000
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,544 is less than the state average of $3,924. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,648 is less than the state average of $6,229. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,544
$3,924
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,648
$6,229
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,584
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Grayson County College, as the community's college, embraces lifelong learning focused on educational, cultural, social, and public service activities designed to tangibly enrich the individual and our community. The purpose of Grayson County College is to provide Technical programs, Vocational programs leading directly to employment, Freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences, Continuing adult education and community service programs, Developmental education programs, a continuing program of counseling and guidance designed to assist studentsand Workforce development programs. The college offers Associate of Science, Associate of Arts in Teaching and Associate of Applied Science degrees and certificates. Grayson County College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Grayson College cost?
Grayson College's tuition is approximately $2,544 for In-State students and $3,648 for Out-State students.
What is Grayson College's ranking?
Grayson College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Least expensive tuition.
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