- 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 4,324 students (35% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 4,324 students
- In-state tuition: $2,544
- Out-state tuition: $3,648
- Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
- Minority enrollment: 38%
- 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 Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 160 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
Grayson College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
160 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Grayson College has grown by 6% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Grayson College diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,324 students
4,254 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
34:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
1,516 students
902 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
2,808 students
3,352 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,324 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,516 students
869 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,808 students
3,370 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
22%
47%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
9%
13%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
62%
25%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Diversity Score
0.56
0.69
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
22.76%
Showing 2008–2019. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
24%
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,000
$33,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,544 is less than the state average of $3,345. The in-state tuition has declined by 36% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,648 is less than the state average of $5,806. The out-state tuition has declined by 33% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,544
$3,345
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,648
$5,806
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
88%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,584
$10,630
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (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, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
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Public
1525 W California Street
Gainesville, TX 76240
(940) 668-7731
Gainesville, TX 76240
(940) 668-7731
32.5 miles
Enrollment: 8,106 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 In-state tuition: $2,448 Out-state tuition: $3,816 Minority enrollment: 51%
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(972) 881-5790
McKinney, TX 75069
(972) 881-5790
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Public
One Murray Campus
Tishomingo, OK 73460
(580) 387-7000
Tishomingo, OK 73460
(580) 387-7000
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Richardson, TX 75080
(312) 329-6600
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Public
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(972) 733-3431
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