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Grayson College
Denison, Texas · Public college
Address: 6101 Grayson Drive, Denison, TX 75020 · Phone: (903) 415-2592 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Grayson College is a public trade and career school in Denison, Texas, offering cosmetology, welding, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Grayson College graduates carry a median debt of $12,250 and earn a median of $40,873 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Grayson College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 32.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Dental assistants | $35,400 | $45,430 | $48,280 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $30,320 | $37,260 | $44,240 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,380 | $56,080 | $71,870 |
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $18,950 | $34,040 | $38,900 |
| Machinists | $38,600 | $59,180 | $69,800 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 45 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | $17,383 | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $17,383 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | $17,383 | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $44,997 | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $44,997 | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $17,383 | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Grayson College is a public trade and career training campus in Denison, Texas. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and the school holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Among its 20 program offerings, the most-awarded trade programs are cosmetology (59 completers), welding (48 completers), and dental assistant training (31 completers).
Grayson College enrolled 3,075 undergraduate students, with 277 trade program completers. The completion rate compared to the Texas state average of 63.5% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,873. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 32.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment.
Grayson College's program mix, spanning short-term certificate trades like cosmetology and welding alongside longer allied-health tracks like dental assisting, may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Located in a fringe rural setting, it serves the Denison area directly. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and detailed outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Grayson College offers 20 programs spanning families like cosmetology, welding, dental assisting, EMT training, LPN programs, culinary arts, electrician training, and more. The top programs by completions are cosmetology (59), welding (48), and dental assistant (31).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Grayson College is accredited. It holds regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, plus program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 32.2% of its students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The specific completion rate for this campus is not reported in federal data, so a direct comparison to the Texas state average of 63.5% cannot be made.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Grayson College carry a median debt of $12,250, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $40,873, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (903) 415-2592 or visit grayson.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Grayson College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition rates for state residents and eligibility for state-level funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to ask about the duration of individual programs like cosmetology or welding.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?225070.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of shorter certificate-style trades, like cosmetology and welding, alongside longer allied-health programs like dental assisting, which may suit various schedules, though specific program lengths and formats are not detailed in the available data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Grayson College at (903) 415-2592 or visit their website at https://grayson.edu/ for application information.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.