C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
64/100 · earnings-weighted

Grayson College

4-Year Public
📍 Denison, Texas 75020
Grayson College campus, Denison, TX
Grayson College campus, Denison, TX. Photo: Fkbowen, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 20%
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
79/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
C+
59/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

4,176
Total Enrollment
20%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,394
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Grayson College ▼

31% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$219,969
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,412
1-Year Change
-3.6%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Grayson College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,873
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,417
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,250
Median debt at graduation
39.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
32.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 30% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 82nd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Grayson College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$73,793$88,812+10%#210 of 962#233$11,287
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$55,965$68,086+4%#211 of 560#225—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$45,363$65,949+5%#18 of 34#20$10,024
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$60,661+30%#22 of 426#29—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$51,745+37%#12 of 160#9—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$34,262$48,177+9%#156 of 947#179$6,875
Business Administration, Management and Operations$38,866$43,707-10%#389 of 547#394$6,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$30,560—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Grayson College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $219,969
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,412/mo — vs ~$256/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 75090 (5.7% cap, Sherman)

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🏆 Where Grayson College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#11
Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
of 16 schools
#13
Pre-Nursing Studies
of 21 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,820 $4,440
Room $2,300
Board $4,970
Total Cost (On-Campus) $16,408 $18,028

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
53%
Receive Pell Grants
12%
Take Out Loans
$6,394
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,744
$30,001 - $48,000$4,640
$48,001 - $75,000$6,643
$75,001 - $110,000$10,213
$110,001+$12,011

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,025 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 167 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 119 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 97 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 76 grads/yr Pre-Nursing Studies 63 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 47 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 41 grads/yr Hospitality Administration/Management, General 35 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 35 grads/yr Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant 31 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 27 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 27 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 25 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 25 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 24 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 24 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 22 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 21 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Grayson College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

4,176
Total Students
59%
Women
48%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 22%
Black 9%
Asian 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 14%
Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 56%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,278 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 66%
Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 48%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Grayson College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Grayson College?
Tuition at Grayson College is $2,820 for in-state students and $4,440 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,394.
What is the graduation rate at Grayson College?
The graduation rate at Grayson College is 20%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Grayson College a good school?
Grayson College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Grayson College?
Grayson College has a total enrollment of 4,176 students.
Is there rental demand near Grayson College?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Grayson College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,278 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Denison area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology