Students may be admitted to Grayson College by one of the following methods:
U.S. High School Graduate: A graduate of an accredited U.S. high school who has never attended an accredited college or university must submit an official transcript from the U.S. high school showing the date of graduation. The high school must be accredited by the Texas Education Agency, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools or the equivalent accrediting agency for other states and regions. (A graduate of a non-accredited or foreign high school must apply for admission by Individual Approval.) Homeschool students must submit an official transcript with a graduation date from the homeschool.
GED Admission: An applicant who has passed the Test of General Education Development (GED) may be admitted to Grayson College by providing the Office of Admissions and Records with a copy of the test scores or GED certificate.
Individual Approval: An individual eighteen years of age or older who does not have a U.S. high school diploma or G.E.D. (General Education Development) or who is a graduate of a non-accredited or foreign high school may apply for admissions on individual approval. Students admitted under this policy are not eligible for Title IV or state financial funds. Anyone admitted without a GED or high school diploma will be strongly encouraged to complete the GED during the first year of his/her enrollment at Grayson College.
Transfer from Another U.S. College: An applicant previously enrolled at another accredited institution of higher education must submit official transcripts from all colleges attended. Students applying as a transfer must have transferable college credit from a U.S. regionally accredited college.
A minimum of 25% of degree requirements must be earned at Grayson College.
High School Students: To be eligible for Dual Credit or Early College High School enrollment, high school students must:
Submit the above to the Grayson College Director of Academic and CTE Dual Credit.
Homeschool and Concurrent Students: To be eligible for concurrent enrollment, high school/homeschool students must complete all standard admissions criteria.
Readmission: Applicants seeking readmission to Grayson College, having not attended the previous 12 months must reapply through the Office of Admissions and Records. Applicants who have attended any other colleges since their last enrollment at Grayson College must submit official transcripts from those colleges along with scores from a state-approved assessment.
Specialized programs: Some programs have additional admission requirements which are listed in the program descriptions under each division. The College reserves the right to require vaccinations, physical examinations, and admission examinations at the student's expense.
Non-Citizen Students: It is the goal of Grayson College to make educational opportunities available to all students who can benefit from its programs. With such a goal, however, is the commensurate responsibility to make every effort to assure that students can function within the institution with a reasonable chance for success. The purpose of the admissions requirements for international students, therefore, is to recognize the difficulties students educated in a non-English speaking culture might have, and to establish guidelines designed to afford international students a reasonable assurance that they can function within an English speaking institution of higher learning. The following requirements apply to students who are not U.S. citizens:
Non-Immigrant Alien: Applicants seeking an F-1 or M-1 Visa issued by the Department of State must obtain an I-20, issued by the International Student Office. Any other visa categories or non-citizen applicant should consult with the Director of Admissions for further admissions qualifications.
Requirements for students seeking an F-1 or M-1 Visa through the issuance of an I-20
The following exceptions apply to the English proficiency requirement:
Application and documents must be submitted at least thirty (30) days prior to registration.
While GC complies with all policies and procedures of the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), the ultimate responsibility that all regulations are met lies with the student.
All materials required for admission to Grayson College should be on file in the Office of Admissions and Records prior to registration. A new or transfer student may be conditionally admitted with unofficial transcripts and will be allowed to register but will be placed on hold until all official transcripts have been received. Conditionally admitted students have one semester to submit official documents and are not eligible for financial aid.
Correspondence pertaining to admission should be addressed to the Office of Admissions and Records, Grayson College, 6101 Grayson Drive, Denison, Texas 75020.Applicants must complete the following steps to begin taking credit classes at GC.
Because Grayson College wants students to experience academic success, new students are asked to take reading, writing, and mathematics assessments to determine levels of college readiness and, if necessary, to place students in courses designed to prepare students for college. In accordance with the Texas Success Initiative, students are required to take a state-approved assessment prior to enrollment at GC or to demonstrate college readiness with performance on the ACT, SAT, or STAAR. Test scores can be sent to admissions@grayson.edu or delivered in person to the admissions office. With the exception of the Viticulture Level l certificate, students who enroll in Level I Certificate programs are exempt from assessment. U.S. military veterans with DD 214 records on file are also exempt from assessment. Students who are not otherwise exempt must take the TSI Assessment, which is aligned to the Texas College and Career Readiness Standards. It offers placement scores and a diagnostic profile of students’ college readiness and/or adult basic education levels. The TSI Assessment is offered during all normal testing center hours. No appointment is necessary, and the testing center hours can be found on the testing center’s webpage; a link to this page can be found on the Grayson College homepage. All students will be required to complete a pre-assessment activity before starting their exam, which is primarily designed to help students perform better on the assessment. The test fee is $20 for the whole test or $10 for each part - English language arts with reading (ELAR) and math. Assessment scores are used in the advisement process for course selection. Students demonstrating weak basic skills on a state-approved assessment will receive an individualized academic success plan, which describes the options available for each student to demonstrate college readiness in reading, writing, and math. Test scores needed to demonstrate college readiness are:
| Subject | Score |
| ELAR (English Language Arts with Reading) |
945 or higher with essay score 5 OR 944 or lower with a remediation diagnostic score of 5-6 and a 5-8 essay score |
| Mathematics |
950 OR 949 or lower with a remediation diagnostic score of 6 |
Currently, students are exempt from the assessment requirements if they meet one of the following criteria. Students must present proof of exemption at the time of registration.
Eligible test scores are indicated below:
| Composite | Math | English |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | 19 | 19 |
| Composite | Math | Evidence-Based Reading and Writing |
|---|---|---|
| 1070 | 530 | 500 before March 2016, 480 after March 2016 |
Assessment waivers are available to students who meet one of the following criteria:
Attendance in developmental classes is required. Students who are out of compliance with their Academic Success Plan will be required to enroll in appropriate self-paced developmental classes to regain compliance that semester. Failure to do so will result in being barred from future enrollment in academic coursework until the TSI/College-Readiness requirements are met in appropriate skill areas (or, under special situations, permission is granted by the appropriate Dean.) Students who fail to attend classes by the census date will automatically be dropped as a no-show.
Students who are not TSI exempt must demonstrate college readiness for reading, writing, and math in one of the following ways:
Upon meeting the standards for college readiness, students will not be required to register for developmental courses.
Math Pathways: College level math courses are designed to serve the curriculum needs of unique degrees, however, many science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) degrees will require the completion of MATH 1314 - College Algebra. Review the degree plan and/or speak with a Success Coach for more guidance.
Corequisites (Reading/Writing): Students who have been placed in a corequisite course will enroll in an appropriate developmental lab course (INRW) in addition to the college-ready course. Attendance is required in both the college-ready course and the lab for credit. Upon successful completion of the highest college-ready course, the student will be considered TSI complete in reading and writing and may continue without further developmental English courses.
Students wishing to retake the TSI may do so at any time; however, it is recommended that students work closely with developmental instructors to determine whether they are prepared to pass the test.
College Prep Course and Dual Credit Students
High school juniors who take but do not pass the TSI may be enrolled in a college preparatory class if their high school has agreed to the terms set forth by the memorandum of understanding between Grayson College and participating ISD’s. Students who earn an A, B, or C in an English or math college preparatory class will be considered TSI complete in that subject area.
The Grayson Writing Center provides consultation for academic and professional writing. Trained consultants act as an attentive and responsive audience to provide feedback at any stage of the writing process for any discipline. Online support is available through the center’s website.
The Math Hub provides a suitably quiet space for students to work on homework or lab work and have questions answered upon request. Our goal is to lead students to do the work. The Math Hub is also equipped with computers for students to use for their math classes, whether it be checking Canvas for an assignment, working online homework, completing an Excel project for Statistics, or watching a math video. Students seeking one-on-one tutoring should visit the Math Hub to sign up for a weekly, one-hour timeslot.
Grayson College strongly encourages all students, regardless of academic skill level, to seek individual success coaching prior to scheduling classes in MyViking. The advising office is open daily Monday through Friday to students with questions about course transfer, degree planning, transcript evaluation, college catalogs and other facets of college life.
Success Coaches are available to all students and are prepared to assist with career planning, workforce interest tests, college information, advising and evaluation of degree audit, and transcript transfer evaluation. Students receiving veteran benefits should consult with the Veterans Services Office.
The following students are required to receive academic advising:
Success Coaches and Faculty Advisors are assigned to all students based on major. Success Coaches and Faculty Advisors assist students with career options, academic requirements, transcript evaluation, and campus and community support services. Advising activities are designed to assist students in the successful completion of their needs and goals. Students who need additional career assistance should seek assistance from the Advising Office located in the Student Affairs Building.
The Testing Center provides testing services to meet a wide range of needs. The Testing Center assesses students’ basic skills for planning successful academic programs through the administration of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment. As a support for Grayson College students and faculty, the Testing Center administers make-up exams and exams for internet and hybrid courses. Testing services are extended to the community by the administration of Pearson Vue academic and IT examinations (including GED exams), ACT exams, CLEP (College Level Equivalency Program) exams, Prometric’s Automobile Service Excellence exams, FISDAP (EMT Entrance Exam) and by providing proctoring services for other colleges/universities/agencies. The Testing Center assists GC programs by administering admissions/certification exams such as the HESI Admissions Exam for Associate Degree Nursing, Vocational Nursing, and Radiology programs and TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement) exams. Additional services include the administration of tests for students with testing accommodations approved by the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities. Testing Center staff may be able to provide copies of past scores or information on obtaining score reports. Testing services are located in the Success Centers on the Main and South Campuses. The Testing Center is certified by the National College Testing Association and follows the NCTA standards and guidelines.
The Dual Credit program at Grayson College allows high school students to earn high school and college credits simultaneously. Through dual credit agreements, the College and the public school districts in Grayson and Fannin Counties have selected courses that meet both high school and college learning objectives. Depending upon the school district, these classes are offered at local high schools, the South Campus in Van Alstyne, and on the main Grayson College campus. Students interested in participating in this program must meet Texas Success Initiative assessment requirements appropriate for each course or demonstrate college readiness with ACT, SAT, TSI, STAAR, or EOC scores (see requirements below). To enroll in these classes, students must apply to the college, complete a dual credit permission form, register, and pay tuition and fees for the courses. Students are also required to purchase course textbooks. Interested students should contact their high school counselors or principals, attend a GC Dual Credit Parents’ Night, or contact the Director of Academic and CTE Dual Credit. Students must meet eligibility requirements set by their high schools to ensure that they receive high school credit for particular courses.
| Test | Requirements |
|---|---|
| ACT | A composite score of 23, with a minimum of 19 on English for college readiness in reading and writing; with a minimum of 19 on mathematics for college readiness in mathematics. |
| SAT | A minimum score of 480 on Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW), and a minimum score of 530 on mathematics. |
| STAAR |
A Level 2 final recommended score on the English II exam; A Level 2 final recommended score on the Algebra II exam. |
Students still in high school wanting to take college courses for college credit must meet all the requirements of a new student at Grayson College.
Students may apply for graduation using any certificate or degree plan in the catalog for the year they first enrolled at Grayson College or any subsequent catalog provided:
Graduation is an automated process at Grayson College. This helps streamline the process for students and ensures that transcripts reflect the earned degree or certificate. Each semester a review of degree audits is completed by the Advising and Registrar’s offices to determine those students who are eligible for graduation.
Application: Students eligible for graduation must meet with a Success Coach or Faculty Advisor to determine if all degree requirements have been met and complete the application for graduation to ensure student information (address, full name, email, major, etc.) is up to date. It is the responsibility of the student to know the application deadline as published on the college website in the Academic Calendar.
Commencement Participation: All students who are approved for graduation are invited to attend the commencement ceremony. Ceremony details can be found on the college website.
Deferral: In order to postpone graduation, the student must complete a deferral form in the Office of Admissions and Records at the beginning of the semester of eligibility to graduate. Failure to complete this form will result in the degree being automatically awarded.
Summer Completers: Students who complete degree requirements in Summer 1 are eligible to participate in the spring commencement ceremony. Those who complete degree requirements in Summer 2 are eligible to participate in the fall commencement ceremony. Diplomas will be mailed approximately 8-10 weeks after the end of the semester.
To graduate from Grayson College with an Associate degree, students must:
Health Science Students: In addition to the above degree requirements, all health science students must earn a grade of “C” or better in each major course on their degree plan and complete any program capstone requirement.
To graduate with honors in an associate/bachelor of science program students must meet the following requirements:
To graduate from Grayson College with a Certificate, students must:
To graduate with honors for a Certificate of Completion, a student must make a grade of A for all courses in the certificate program.