Mandatory fees include student services, technology, and general use fees. Students will also be assessed matriculation and student ID fees, and some classes have additional laboratory fees, which are listed on this page. The schedule of combined tuition and mandatory fees presented below is intended to assist students in estimating their educational costs. The following tuition and mandatory per credit hour fee rates have been implemented for 2024-2025.
| Fee Type | In-District | Out-of-district | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $50 | $100 | $160 |
| Fees | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Total | $100 | $150 | $210 |
Per Credit Hour Fees include the Student Service Fee, General Use Fee, and Technology Fee
In addition to the base tuition rate, the following tuition rate per credit hour will be charged for courses with the following subjects: FDST, RNSG, NURS
| Status | Rate |
|---|---|
| In District | $60 per credit hour |
| Out of District | $95 per credit hour |
| Non-resident | $155 per credit hour |
$200 minimum tuition, plus fees
| Semester Hours | In District | Out of District | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $100 | $150 | $210 |
| 2 | $200 | $300 | $420 |
| 3 | $300 | $450 | $630 |
| 4 | $400 | $600 | $840 |
| 5 | $500 | $750 | $1050 |
| 6 | $600 | $900 | $1260 |
| 7 | $700 | $1050 | $1470 |
| 8 | $800 | $1200 | $1680 |
| 9 | $900 | $1350 | $1890 |
| 10 | $1000 | $1500 | $2100 |
| 11 | $1100 | $1650 | $2310 |
| 12 | $1200 | $1800 | $2520 |
| 13 | $1300 | $1950 | $2730 |
| 14 | $1400 | $2100 | $2940 |
| 15 | $1500 | $2250 | $3150 |
| 16 | $1600 | $2400 | $3360 |
| 17 | $1700 | $2550 | $3570 |
| 18 | $1800 | $2700 | $3780 |
| 19 | $1900 | $2850 | $3990 |
| 20 | $2000 | $3000 | $4200 |
| 21 | $2100 | $3150 | $4410 |
Victor E. Bundle is a course material delivery model that simplifies the student experience, lowers the cost of materials and ensures students have access to all of their required course materials on or before the first day of class. Through this innovative program, physical books are conveniently packaged and provided to students on a rental basis, and access to digital material is linked directly within Canvas for $27.50 plus tax per credit hour for the 24-25 academic year. At the end of the term, students will receive email reminders to return rented physical course materials to the bookstore. For more information, please visit https://www.grayson.edu/victor-e-bundle
Tuition and fees for auditing a course are the same as those paid by students registering for credit. The deadline for auditing a class is the census date for the course. Students must complete audit forms in the Office of Admissions and Records to audit a course. If paperwork is not submitted by the census date, the student will receive a grade in the course, and the course and grade will appear on the student’s transcript.
All tuition and fees must be paid by payment deadlines. Payments may be made in the Business Office. Payments can also be made in MyViking. A payment plan is available through MyViking (Nelnet).
Texas Education Code Section 54.068 stipulates that the State of Texas will not provide funds to state institutions of higher education for excess semester credit hours earned by a resident undergraduate student. Since funding will not be provided by the State, and as permitted by State law, certain state institutions of higher education will charge tuition at the non-resident rate to students who exceed the semester credit hour limit of their program.
Effective with students initially enrolling in the fall 1999 semester and subsequent terms, hours, including dual credit hours attempted by a resident undergraduate student at any public Texas institution of higher education that exceeds more than 45 hours of the number of hours required for completion of the degree plan in which the student is enrolled.
Effective with students initially enrolling in the fall 2006 semester and subsequent terms, hours, including dual credit hours attempted by a resident undergraduate student at any public Texas institution of higher education that exceeds more than 30 hours of the number of hours required for completion of the degree program in which the student is enrolled.
For purposes of excess hours, a resident undergraduate student includes a non-resident student who is permitted to pay resident tuition.
Students could be impacted by this law and should be aware of the impact of taking courses in excess of their degree program, and if they plan to transfer to other institutions of higher education in Texas.
Students of GC are charged a higher tuition rate for each course they repeat three or more times at a rate of $60 per credit hour. The “third attempt” course tuition rate applies to the majority of credit courses counting each time a student has taken a course since Fall 2002. “Third attempt” tuition does not apply to developmental education courses and repeatable courses.
A student enrolled in their last semester at GC taking a course required for graduation will not be charged the higher rate even though the course has been taken three or more times. The qualifying student should contact the Office of Admissions and Records before the beginning of their last semester to request a waiver of the Third Attempt "Rider 50" Tuition. The student must notify the Office of Admissions and Records which course(s) is the repeated, required course to avoid the higher “third attempt” course tuition rate.
A $25.00 returned check fee is charged for each check returned by the bank. A stop-payment is considered the same as a returned check. All returned checks and returned check fees must be paid by cash, cashier’s check, MasterCard or Visa. Students are notified of returned checks by certified mail. If the returned check is not redeemed by the deadline specified in the letter, the student is withdrawn from classes for that term and a hold is placed on the student’s record. Subsequent reinstatement for that term can be granted only through a successful appeal to the Registrar and requires a $50.00 reinstatement fee.
Until all financial obligations to the College have been satisfied, a hold is placed on a student’s record, which bars the student from registering or having an official transcript issued. If an official transcript is needed for employment purposes, the College will send an official transcript directly to the employer upon request from the student. Unofficial transcripts are available to the student by contacting the Office of Admissions and Records
To be considered a Texas resident, students must clearly establish residence in Texas for the 12 months preceding their enrollment. Documentation of Texas residency may be required in addition to the application for admissions. All VISA non-resident individuals must file a residency packet which includes residency core questions and a list of documents to establish residency along with the application for admissions.
NOTE: Oklahoma residents are classified as non-residents but receive a waiver to reduce charges to the same rate as out-of-district rates.
The responsibility for registering under the proper residency classification is that of the student, and any questions concerning the student’s right to classification as a resident of Grayson County must be clarified prior to enrollment at Grayson College. Changes of address affecting residency should be reported promptly to the Office of Admissions and Records. The Office of Admissions and Records handles all residency appeals. The residency appeal and supporting documentation is the responsibility of the student.
Persons who own property in Grayson County and reside outside the taxing district may be eligible for an ad-valorem waiver. Contact the Office of Admissions and Records for information.
First-time students entering Texas public institutions of higher education may be eligible for a $1,000 tuition rebate after earning a baccalaureate degree from a public Texas university. To be eligible for the rebate, a student must be a Texas resident and have attempted no more than three hours in excess of the minimum number of semester credit hours required to complete the degree in the catalog under which they graduated. Community college students hoping to qualify for the rebate should check with academic advising at the university where they plan to transfer to be sure the courses they are taking will apply to the university degree program they are pursuing. For specific eligibility information, contact the Advising Office at GC.
It is the responsibility of the student to complete the steps necessary to officially withdraw from college. Students may drop classes, as well as withdraw from the college by visiting their Success Coach in Advising.
Students enrolled in semester credit hour courses who officially withdraw their semester credit hour load at Grayson College shall have tuition and mandatory fees refunded according to the following schedule. Refunds for courses with unique scheduling will be processed according to state guidelines. Specific dates for all terms are located in the Academic Calendar located on the college website.
| Withdrawal Date | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
|
Prior to the first class day |
100% |
|
During the first fifteen class days |
70% |
|
During the sixteenth through the twentieth class day |
25% |
|
Thereafter |
None |
| Withdrawal Date | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
|
Prior to the first class day |
100% |
|
During the first five class days |
70% |
|
During the sixth class day |
25% |
|
Thereafter |
None |
| Withdrawal Date | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
|
Prior to the first class day |
100% |
|
During the first four class days |
70% |
|
During the fifth class day |
25% |
|
Thereafter |
None |
| Withdrawal Date | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
|
Prior to the first day of class |
100% |
|
During the first three class days |
70% |
|
During the fourth class day |
25% |
|
Thereafter |
None |
For the purpose of the refund policy, a class day is defined as a day during which college classes are conducted, Monday through Friday. The count begins with the first-day of the term and includes each consecutive class day thereafter. The count is not based on the number of times a particular class has met. The first class day and other important dates are listed in the Academic Calendar located on the college website.
As per federal guidelines regulating the refund of Title IV (financial aid) programs, all refunds due to the Title IV Programs shall be refunded as follows:
Students receiving Title IV funds (Pell, other federal grants and student loans) who subsequently withdraw from classes, or do not begin attendance in all courses, will be required to return all or a portion of the federal financial aid received in a process called calculation of Return to Title IV (R2T4). Only the percentage of aid earned (determined by the percentage of time attended) will be eligible for retention on the student’s behalf. Any aid that is not earned must be returned to its source. If there is a student account balance resulting from these adjustments, the student is responsible for payment. Further details can be obtained from the Office of Financial Aid.
A portion may be returned to the student only after the appropriate amounts have been allocated to the Title IV Programs. No refund to a Title IV Program shall exceed the award from that program.
Tuition and fees refunds will be processed two to three weeks after the census date of the appropriate term. Financial Aid disbursements are applied to the student’s statement balance first. Remaining funds that are eligible for reimbursement will be processed within three business days after receipt from the funding source. Students may set up a direct deposit or credit/debit card in MyViking. Checks will be mailed to the billing address listed on the student’s account.
Students interested in living on campus might consider a Residence Hall. The residential housing program at Grayson College strives to promote the services necessary for students to live comfortably in a group environment. Residence hall living provides an atmosphere in which students may develop socially as well as intellectually.
Viking Hall and Ralph T. Jones Hall have main lounge areas for entertaining guests, as well as study lounges, television cable services, and wireless Internet access. The halls are equipped with free laundry facilities and have a live-in supervisor and other staff. Students living in the residence halls must purchase a meal plan. All students wishing to reside on campus must have an approved background check on file prior to moving in.
Please note that campus housing is closed during the Christmas break and summer unless otherwise published. Residents should plan ahead for alternative living arrangements for these periods.
| Room | Semester Cost |
|---|---|
| Double Occupancy Room | $850 |
| Triple Occupancy Room | $650 |
| Room | Semester Cost |
|---|---|
| Single Occupancy Room | $1,800 |
| Double Occupancy Room | $1,500 |
| Quad Occupancy Room | $1,200 |
Deposit: $100 - Refundable (one-time charge)
Application Fee: $100 - Non-refundable (one-time charge prior to first semester of on-campus living)
19 Meal Per Week Plan: $2,456 plus tax
The Housing Application can be found on the College website under Housing (grayson.edu/campus-life/housing/). For additional information, contact the Housing Office (housing@grayson.edu)
| Course or Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Accounting (ACCT 2301, 2302, ACNT 1303, 1304, 1313, 1329) | $24.00 |
| Advanced Manufacturing (MCHN 1326, 1438, 1441, 1454) | $40.00 |
| Advanced Manufacturing (MCHN 1371) | $300.00 |
| Agricultural Sciences (AGRI 1107, 1115, 1119) | $24.00 |
| Art | $40.00 |
| Banking (all courses with a lab) | $24.00 |
| Barbering (BARB 1402, 1442, 2431, 2441) | $25.00 |
| Biology labs (BIOL) | $24.00 |
| Business Computer Applications (BCIS) | $24.00 |
| Business (BUSI 1301, BUSI 2305) | $24.00 |
| Chemistry (CHEM) | $24.00 |
| Child Development (CDEC, EDUC, TECA) | $15.00 |
| Collision Repair (ABDR) | $100.00 |
| Computer Science (COSC) | $48.00 |
| Computer Science & Computer Technology (ITSE, ARTC) | $24.00 |
| Computer Maintenance & Networking Technology (CPMT, EECT, ITNW, ITSC) | $24.00 |
| Cosmetology (CSME 1401, 1405, 1443, 1410, 1453, 2501, 1451, 1447, 2439, 2441) | $33.00 |
| Cosmetology (CMSE 1348, 1401, 1430, 1535) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Criminal Justice (CRIJ 2314, CJSA 1308, 2323, 1393) | $24.00 |
| Culinary Arts / Hospitality Management (CHEF 1164, CHEF 1301, CHEF 1302, CHEF 1310, CHEF 1314, CHEF 1345, CHEF 2331, PSTR 1301, PSTR 1305, PSTR 1306, PSTR 1340, PSTR 2331 and RSTO 1304) | $120.00 |
| Culinary Arts / Hospitality Management ACF/TCA Membership (CHEF 1305, CHEF 1164) | $75.00 |
| Dental Assisting (DNTA 1245, 1251, 1301, 1305, 1315, 1349, 1353) Lab Fees | $95.00 |
| Dental Assisting (DNTA 1305) Drug Screen / Background Check | $100.00 |
| Dental Assisting (DNTA 1305,1349) Dosimetry Badges | $40.00 |
| Dental Assisting (DNTA 1245) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Dental Assisting (DNTA 1315) Uniforms | $225.00 |
| Dental Assisting (DNTA 1311) SurScan | $35.00 |
| Drafting /CADD | $48.00 |
| Drama (DRAM 1120, 1121, 1330, 1342, 2120, 2121, 2331, 2332, 2333, 2351) | $24.00 |
| Drama (DRAM 1341) | $40.00 |
| Electrical Technology (ELPT, CETT, EECT) | $75.00 |
| EMSP 1438, 1455, 1356, 1501, 2137, 2143, 2206, 2330, 2237, 2434, 2544 (Lab Fees) | $75.00 |
| EMSP 2143 (Nat’l Registry & Skills Testing-Paramedic) | $200.00 |
| EMSP 1438 Drug Screen & Background Check | $100.00 |
| EMSP 1501 Drug Screen & Background Check | $100.00 |
| EMSP 1438 Skills & Capstone Testing-Paramedic | $240.00 |
| EMSP 1501 Skills & Capstone Testing-EMT | $150.00 |
| EMSP 1438 Paramedic Uniforms | $175.00 |
| EMSP 1501 EMT Uniforms | $175.00 |
| EMSP 2137 Simulation Fees | $50.00 |
| EMSP (1160, 2137) SurScan | $35.00 |
| EMSP 2237 Simulation Fees | $50.00 |
| EMSP (1160, 1161) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| EMSP (1160) PPE/Lab Kit | $125.00 |
| EMSP (1161) PPE/Lab Kit | $135.00 |
| Forensic Science (FORS 2440, 2450) | $24.00 |
| Geology Labs | $10.00 |
| HART | $50.00 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology (MLAB 1127, 1201, 1231, 1291, 1315, 1335, 2331, 2401) Lab Fees | $50.00 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology (MLAB 2331, 2434) | $60.00 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology (MLAB 2660) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology (PLAB 1160) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology (MLAB 2238) Simulation Fee | $50.00 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology (MLAB 1335) SurScan | $35.00 |
| Music Class | $15.00 |
| Music Private Lessons: Half Hour | $193.00 |
| Music Private Lessons: One Hour | $386.00 |
| Nursing (RNSG 1119,1144) Lab Fees | $125.00 |
| Nursing (RNSG 1360) Drug Screen/Background Check | $135.00 |
| Nursing (RNSG 2404) Standardized Exam | $50.00 |
| Nursing (RNSG 2435) Standardized Exam - Exit | $80.00 |
| Nursing (RNSG 1423) Standardized Exam | $50.00 |
| Nursing (RNSG 2414) Standardized Exam | $50.00 |
| Nursing (RNSG 1360, 1461, 2462, 2463) Simulation Fees | $100.00 |
| Nursing (RNSG 1360, RNSG 2462, RNSG 1461 TE ONLY) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Office Technology (POFI, POFT, POFM, HITT, ITSC, ITSW) | $24.00 |
| Phlebotomy (PLAB 1160) Liability Insurance |
$15.00 |
| Phlebotomy (PLAB 1160) PPE |
$40.00 |
| Phlebotomy (PLAB 1223) Drug Screen/Background Check | $100.00 |
| Physical Education | $24.00 |
| Physics | $24.00 |
| Rad Tech (RADR 1311, 1313, 2301, 2331) Lab Fees | $75.00 |
| Rad Tech (RADR 1161) Drug Screen/Background Check | $135.00 |
| Rad Tech (RADR 1313, 2367) Dosimetry Badges | $40.00 |
| Rad Tech (RADR 1311) Scrubs | $0.00 |
| Rad Tech (RADR 1361, 2367) EVOS fees | $160.00 |
| Rad Tech (1361, 2367) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Rad Tech (RADR 1311) Bootcamp Software | $210.00 |
| Surgical Technology (SRGT 1161) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Surgical Technology (SGRT 1161) Scrubs | $125.00 |
| Surgical Technology (SRGT 1405) Drug Screening/Background Check | $135.00 |
| Surgical Technology (SGRT 1409, SRGT 1441) Lab Fees | $207.25 |
| Surgical Technology (SRGT 2130) NBSTSA Exam | $190.00 |
| Surgical Technology AST (Certification Requirement) | $80.00 |
| Reading/Writing (INRW) | $10.00 |
| Viticulture/Enology | $50.00 |
| Vocational Nursing (VNSG 1360) Lab Kit | $300.00 |
| Vocational Nursing (VNSG 1360, 1361, 1162) Lab Fees | $60.00 |
| Vocational Nursing (VNSG 2510) Standardized Test Exit | $80.00 |
| Vocational Nursing (VNSG 1230, 1304, 1334) Standardized Test | $50.00 |
| Vocational Nursing (VNSG 1502, 1509) Lab Fees |
$80.00 |
| Vocational Nursing (VNSG 1360) Drug Screen / Background Check | $135.00 |
| Vocational Nursing (VNSG 1304) Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Vocational Nursing (VNSG 1262, 1361) Simulation Fees | $80.00 |
| Web-Based Small Business (IMED) |
$24.00 |
| Welding (WLDG) | $100.00 |
Some students may have the following fees assessed in addition to required tuition and fees:
| Fee Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Late Registration fee | $75.00 |
| International Student Application Fee/Evaluation Fee | $100.00 |
| Returned Check Fee | $25.00 |
| Third Attempt "Rider 50" Tuition (per credit hour) | $60.00 |
The Office of Financial Aid is available to help eligible students meet the cost of attending college. Financial aid opportunities
The Department of Education releases the FAFSA application on October 1st of each year. The income information needed to complete the FAFSA is now considered to be the
Advantages of filing your FAFSA as early as possible:
Regulations for federal and state financial aid programs require that students make satisfactory academic progress (SAP) to be eligible for financial aid funding. SAP consists of three components and all three components must be
Satisfactory Academic Progress = GPA + Pace (Completion Rate) + Max Time Frame
All three standards must be met for SAP to be maintained. SAP is evaluated using cumulative grades and credit hours, this includes semesters when no aid was received.
Grades of A, B, C, D, P, and S are treated as satisfactorily completed and earned. Grades F, W, and I are not. All repeat courses are included in attempted credits and any courses with passing grades are treated as earned. Courses taken on an audit basis and/or continuing education classes, do not count when determining enrollment status for financial aid, nor are they considered as credits earned or unearned for the purposes of determining
Pace = Cumulative Earned Hours (Credits) ÷ Cumulative Attempted Hours (Credits)
Financial Aid Warning: Financial Aid Warning occurs the first semester following when the cumulative grade point average is less than 2.0 and/or cumulative pace is less than 67% for any semester. The Director of Financial Aid and Veteran Services also reserves the right, through professional judgment, to place a student on Financial Aid Warning. There is no need to appeal for Financial Aid Warning. Students will receive financial aid for one additional semester while on warning; this includes student loans. If, by the end of the warning semester, a student is not meeting satisfactory academic progress, the student will be placed on financial aid suspension. There is no warning period for exceeding the max time frame.
Financial Aid Suspension: If, after being on Financial Aid Warning, a student has a cumulative grade point average less than 2.0 and/or a cumulative completion rate less than 67% they will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. If a student can no longer mathematically complete the program within the max time frame for their program they will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. Students on Financial Aid Suspension may continue to enroll at Grayson College at their own expense. Students may regain their eligibility for financial aid by raising their GPA and/or Pace. In some cases, they may regain eligibility when moving from one degree plan to a higher degree plan. Ex: Certificate to an Associate's or from an Associate’s to a Bachelor’s degree. A student may also file an appeal to regain eligibility.
Appeal Process: Students placed on Financial Aid Suspension may have the right to appeal due to mitigating circumstance(s) that affected the student’s progression toward the successful completion of their program of study. Information regarding the appeal process can be found online on the Satisfactory Academic Progress webpage. (grayson.edu/FinancialAid/satisfactory-academic-progress.html)
Academic Fresh Start: Students who apply and receive approval for Academic Fresh Start from GC’s Office of Admissions and Records are not exempt from meeting all three components of satisfactory academic progress for financial aid at Grayson College. All courses will be considered in the calculations for satisfactory academic progress components for financial aid, including
Repeated Courses and Courses Dropped before the official census date: Credits that have been repeated will be considered toward the max time frame for the student’s program and be counted in the calculation for Pace. Courses dropped before census date will not be considered in max time frame or Pace calculation.
Students who withdraw completely from their courses or receive any combination of all F, W, and/or I: Federal regulations require the institution to perform a Return to Title IV (R2T4) calculation for all students who are within this category. Students will be notified of the amount of unearned aid that must be returned to GC and/or the Department of Education.
Establishing Your Aid in the Office of Financial Aid: Each student seeking federal and/or state financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students and/or parents are encouraged to obtain
Students classified as Texas residents who are not eligible to apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are encouraged to complete the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) and provide applicable documentation as requested by the Office of Financial Aid. The TASFA application can be found on the College for All Texans website (http://www.collegeforalltexans.com/index.cfm?objectid=a3119543-cbf8-c202-f1b0eefd5f4b9805). Please refer to the GC Office of Financial Aid DACA webpage for more information. (https://www.grayson.edu/financialaid/undocumented-daca.html)
Financial Aid status can be reviewed by accessing MyViking on the College website.
For more information about requirements, qualifications, and application deadlines, contact the Office of Financial Aid.
Federal Pell Grant: The Federal Pell Grant Program was designed to provide more students with the opportunity to attend college. Grants are based upon financial need and are awarded to eligible students enrolled in an approved degree or certificate program. The length of this grant is limited to 6 full years or 12 full-time semesters.
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants (FSEOG): A limited number of students who demonstrate financial need and whose circumstances justify financial assistance in addition to the Pell Grant may be eligible for this grant. Students must be enrolled for at least six semester hours of college credit course work or the equivalent per semester.
TEOG Grant (Texas Educational Opportunity Grant): This grant is awarded to Texas residents based on eligibility, financial need, and availability of funds. The purpose of the TEOG Grant program is to provide grant aid to financially needy students enrolled in Texas public colleges.
Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG): This grant is awarded to Texas residents and certain non-residents based on financial need and availability of funds. Students must be enrolled for at least three semester hours of college credit course work or the equivalent during each semester. No individual award may be more than the student’s financial need.
Federal Direct Subsidized Loan: This loan is available to qualified students based upon financial need. Loan limits are published on the Grayson College website and are available in the Office of Financial Aid. The interest rate, determined by the federal government, does not accrue and does not have to be paid while the borrower is enrolled in at least half-time and while the borrower is within the time frame of their program length. Repayment usually begins six months after the student
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan: This loan is not based on financial need and may be available to students who may not be eligible for the subsidized loans; but may not exceed the limits set by the federal government which are listed on the Grayson College website. The interest rate is determined by the federal government and begins accruing immediately on the date of disbursement. Repayment usually begins six months after the student graduates, drops below half-time, or leaves school.
Federal Direct PLUS Loan: This loan is available to qualified parents of dependent students who may borrow up to the cost of attendance minus any other financial assistance. The interest rate is set by the federal government and is a variable rate, not to exceed 10%. Repayment of PLUS loans begins within 60 days of the final disbursement. Applicants of this loan must pass a credit check.
Recipients of Veterans Educational Benefits
If you are a veteran, spouse of a veteran, or a dependent of a veteran and you are receiving VA Educational Benefits, please check with the Office of Financial Aid before completing the loan process.
All students employed in the Work-Study program are required to complete an application for employment and must submit to a background check. Work-Study positions are available on- and off-campus. Applications may be picked up in the Office of Financial Aid or completed on MyViking Student Planner.
Federal Work-Study Program: Grayson College provides work opportunities for students through the federally funded College Work-Study Program. The primary purpose of this program is to provide part-time employment for students attending GC. It is designed for students who demonstrate financial need are enrolled in at least six semester hours and who need additional earnings to continue to pursue their studies.
State Work-Study Program: This program provides a limited number of work opportunities for eligible students who are Texas residents and enrolled in at least six semester hours of college credit course work.
When a recipient of Title IV funds (grant and/or loan) completely fails or withdraws from an institution during a payment period or period of enrollment in which the recipient began attendance, Grayson College will determine the amount of aid the student earned as of the student's withdrawal date or last day of academic-related activity (34 CFR 668.22(a)).
Students receiving Title IV funds, who subsequently completely withdraw from or fail all their courses, may be required to return a portion of the federal financial aid they received. Only the percentage of aid earned (determined by the percentage of time they attended) will be eligible for retention on the student’s behalf. Any aid that is not earned must be returned to its source. If there is a student account balance resulting from an R2T4 adjustment, the student is responsible for payment. Further details can be obtained from the Office of Financial Aid. If a student owes a repayment to the Department of Education, they may call DOE Collections at 1-800-621-3115. If a balance is owed to Grayson College, they can contact the Business Office at 903-463-8718.
The Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) offers assistance with tuition and required fees to students, who have certain physical or emotional disabilities, provided the vocational objective selected by the student has been approved by the appropriate representative of the commission. DARS offers other rehabilitation services to assist students with disabilities to become employed. Application for assistance must be submitted to the local DARS office.
Visit the Grayson College website for a full list of the scholarships available from the Grayson College Foundation.
Visit collegeforalltexans.com for a list of State Exemptions. Not all exemptions listed on the website are available at GC. A few of the exemptions that are available at GC are listed below:
Available to all Texas public high school valedictorians. This exempts the highest-ranking graduate from the payment of tuition (not fees) during both semesters of the first regular session immediately following their graduation. Students must be meeting SAP requirements to be eligible.
Available to certain Educational Aides to complete full teacher certification. This exempts the payment of tuition and certain mandatory fees. Students must be meeting SAP requirements to be eligible.
Available to qualified full-time and volunteer firefighters in the State of Texas. This exempts qualified firefighters (paid and volunteer) from the payment of tuition and laboratory fees for specific fire science courses. Fire Science courses are defined as a course of study primarily related to fire service, emergency medicine, emergency management, or public administration. Students must be meeting SAP requirements to be eligible.
Available to qualified Law Enforcement Officers in the state of Texas. This exempts qualified law enforcement officers from the payment of tuition and laboratory fees for specific criminal justice or law enforcement courses. Students must be meeting SAP requirements to be eligible.
Available to students who are blind or deaf to attend public colleges or universities in the State of Texas. This exempts qualified students from the payment of tuition and mandatory fees for any courses attempted.
Available to students who are currently or formerly under the conservatorship of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and those adopted from DFPS in the State of Texas to attend public colleges or universities in the State of Texas. This exempts qualified students from the payment of tuition and all fees for any courses attempted.
The Hazlewood Act is a State of Texas benefit that is offered by the Texas Veterans Commission. This program exempts qualified Veterans, spouses, and dependent children of up to 150 hours of tuition, including most fees, at public institutions of higher education in Texas. This exemption does NOT include living expenses, books (including the Victor E Viking book bundle), course commodities/consumables, late registration fees, retake fees, student service fees, and other supplies. Eligibility criteria and documentation requirements can be found on the Texas Veterans Commission Education website. (https://www.tvc.texas.gov/education/hazlewood/)
Additional information such as satisfactory progress, pro-rated refunds, and applications for all financial aid and scholarships may be obtained by contacting the Veteran Services Office or accessing the college website. To review your Financial Aid status, award amounts and cost, access MyViking.
A student who is receiving Hazlewood benefits must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 or higher to be considered as making satisfactory progress.
A VA student who fails to achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher after one semester shall be placed on Academic Probation.
Grayson College provides a Veteran Services Office (VSO) to assist the enrollment of veterans, war orphans, war widows, and total and permanently disabled veterans, their spouses, and dependents. The VSO assists active duty military, reservists, and National Guards. This office serves as a liaison between Grayson College and the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), as well as, the Texas Veterans Commission. The VSO is located within the Office of Financial Aid in the Student Affairs Building. Advising for all veterans programs is available in the Veteran Services Office. Check the website for information concerning required documentation.
Requirements to receive maximum education assistance vary depending upon benefit eligibility. Students should consult the Veteran Services Office or website prior to enrollment. Students can also visit the Veterans Affairs website's 'How to Apply' page (https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/) for more information about their current educational benefits.
Tutorial assistance is available to eligible veterans that qualify.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requires veterans and other eligible persons to define and follow predetermined degree plans as reflected in the College Catalog.
In order to receive VA educational assistance payments for those courses taken at Grayson College which are part of another institution’s degree plan, students must obtain a parent letter from the primary institution (university).
The official college transcript will provide a final record of the credits attempted by the veteran each semester. Official drop dates are published in the Academic Calendar. The last date of attendance in a course that was dropped will be determined from the date submitted at the Office of Admissions and Records. Final grades are submitted by the faculty and maintained on permanent file in the Office of Admissions and Records.
The Department of Veterans Affairs requires that the College interrupt training and report the names of veterans who are placed on academic suspension.
A veteran who applies for admission to Grayson College must submit all official transcripts from all previous colleges attended,as well as the Joint Service Transcript. If any credits earned are applicable toward the degree plan of the student, they will be transferred in by the Office of Admissions and Records.
Schools are required to report program completion and/or graduation for students who completed or graduated while using VA education benefits. Once a student completes their program and/or graduates for their approved degree program, GC Veteran Services Office is required to submit a change in student status indicating “Graduation” as the termination reason directly to the VA.
Students using Veterans’ benefits attending Grayson College will have attendance monitored until the time the student drops, graduates, or completes the program. Unsatisfactory attendance shall be reported to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) even if the student has completed the required number of hours to complete and no refund is due to the student and/or refund sources. Therefore, the attendance policy (15% of the total program and/or being absent five (5) consecutive days) will apply throughout the student’s stay in school. All violations of the attendance policy shall be reported to the VA on VA Form 22-1999b within 30 days at such time the student exceeds the allowed number of absences. The student may be administratively withdrawn from any course for noncompliance with the Student Attendance Policy.