Admission FAQs

• How can I get information about Grayson College?

  Prospective Students wishing to request information can submit a new student inquiry.

• How can I get admitted to the college?

  View Steps to Admissions.

  Grayson College Application.

• I have applied to the college, what do I need to do to get enrolled? 

  Once you have applied to the college, follow the admissions steps on the Enrollment Steps page. All required admissions documents can be uploaded by accessing your Admissions Portal. If this is your first time logging in, check your email listed on your application for instructions on accessing your Admissions Portal. In this email you will find your user name and a link to set up your password. 

• How can I get an enrollment verification?

  Enrollment Verifications can be made via National Student Clearinghouse verification services. Students can also request the verification through the Grayson College Registrar's Office website.

• How can I get an official copy of my transcript?

  Transcript Requests should be made via the national student clearinghouse. More information on requesting transcript may be found here.

• How can I withdraw from all of my courses?

  For a full withdrawal from school, students should contact their Success Coach. Courses will not be dropped without your Success Coach's review and the appropriate approvals.

• I only want to drop one of my courses, how can I do that?

  For a drop from one course, students should contact their instructor.

• What is the required SAT/ACT score?

  Grayson will not deny students based on test scores, instead you will only be allowed to take specific courses. TSI scores will be needed for certain Math/Reading/Writing courses. Certification courses do not require TSI scores.

  Please contact admissions@grayson.edu with questions regarding the admissions process.

  Students who do not have test exemptions are required by Texas law to have their academic skills assessed prior to enrolling in classes. If you are unsure if you meet the testing exemptions contact advising@grayson.edu

• Can I apply after the admission application deadline?

  Grayson College has rolling admissions with many varying start terms throughout the year. You can find when our terms start by viewing the Academic Calendar

  If you have specific questions about your application, contact the Grayson College Admissions Office via email, or by phone at 903-463-8604.

• Can I apply for admission as an undocumented student?

  All 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. If you have questions about applying to Grayson College as an undocumented student or DACA recipient, please contact the Admissions Office by email or by phone at 903-463-8604.

• Can I defer my admission to next term?

  Yes, you can defer your admission to a future term. Your application and enrollment status remain valid for one year. If you decide to start in a later term, you may defer by contacting the Admissions Office at 903-463-8604 or by email.

• Can I enroll in a class as a non-degree student?

  Grayson College allows students to take classes for personal enrichment or professional development. All students regardless of student type are required to complete the Admissions application.. Check with the Admissions Office to see what your options are as a non-degree student taking classes.

• Can I reapply for admission if I've been denied?

  Grayson College has a 100% acceptance rate! We are an open access institution that accepts everyone who completes the admissions requirements. For admissions requirements see our enrollment steps or reach out to the Admissions department at 903-463-8604 or admissions@grayson.edu

• Do I need a GED or high school diploma to be accepted to college?

  Yes. However, we do administer individual approval without a GED or high school diploma on a case by case basis. To obtain your GED, check out free GED classes at Grayson.

• Do I need to submit an official or unofficial transcript?

  Official transcripts are required as part of your admission application. You can enroll in classes by submitting an unofficial transcript, but the official transcript must be submitted to receive financial aid and by the end of the term you first enroll in. If an official transcript is not received by the end of the first term, you will not be able to enroll in future terms. 

  Official and unofficial transcripts contain the same information, however, official transcripts are printed on special security paper, have a raised official seal and come in a sealed envelope or are sent electronically through services such as Parchment, Greenlight, Scribbles, etc. You normally need to pay for an official transcript and do not need to pay for a copy of an unofficial transcript.

• Do I need to take the GRE/GMAT to be admitted to graduate school?

  Grayson College currently does not offer graduate programs.

• Do you accept AP credit?

  Yes! AP score reports must be sent to us directly from the College Board. Once received, the records team will review the scores and award credit when appropriate. For questions if your credit as been awarded for your AP scores contact registrar@grayson.edu

• Do you accept IB credit?

  Yes, you must have an official score report from IB sent to the registrar's office to be evaluated for credit. The information on required scores on IB can be found in the College Catalog.

• Do you offer an application fee waiver?

  The Grayson College application is free! No fees or fee waivers are required.

• What is the international admission application deadline?

  For first-time international students at Grayson College, the application deadlines are June 15 for the Fall term and November 15 for the Spring term for out-of-country applicants. Transfer students have deadlines of July 15 for the Fall term and December 15 for the Spring term. It is crucial for international students to ensure all required documents are submitted by these deadlines to be issued an I-20 before the following term date. It's recommended for current international students to register for classes promptly.

• What is the admissions essay topic?

  Grayson College does not require an essay for admissions.

• Can I opt-out of placement tests?

  Students who need to show college readiness in English language arts and mathematics will take the TSI Assessment. The TSI Assessment (TSIA2) is aligned to the Texas College and Career Readiness Standards. It offers both placement testing as well as detailed diagnostic profiles of students’ college readiness and/or adult basic education levels. TSI test exemptions can be found on the enrollment steps page.

Last updated: June 26, 2025