Lone Star College System
Public two-year college in The Woodlands, TX that costs an average of $15,874 a year after financial aid and graduates 19% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$15,874
Acceptance rate
Open
Graduation rate
19%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$44,187
PublicMidsize city45,188 undergraduates
Cost of Lone Star College System
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $21,720 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $3,330 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $9,390 |
| Books and supplies | $2,550 |
| Average net price after aid | $15,874 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $15,059 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $14,345 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $15,588 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $19,358 |
| $110,001+ | $20,477 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with Lone Star College System's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | Open admission (everyone admitted) |
|---|
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 19% |
|---|---|
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $38,528 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $44,187 |
| Rank in Texas (earnings) | 27th of 61 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $10,500 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $119 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 26% |
| Students with federal loans | 7.1% |
Majors and programs at Lone Star College System
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (4)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 146 | — | $26,250 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 131 | — | $20,875 |
| Homeland Security | 11 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 115 | — | $11,000 |
Certificate programs (32)
Associate's degree programs (51)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians | 75 | $87,158 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 660 | $79,861 | $11,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | 39 | $71,153 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 299 | $67,600 | $9,125 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 382 | $46,820 | $16,249 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | 151 | $46,067 | $10,750 |
| Business/Commerce | 1,252 | $45,021 | $7,876 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 387 | $44,914 | $15,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 152 | $40,561 | $20,687 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 368 | $39,324 | $11,499 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 12,273 | $33,078 | $9,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 487 | $23,487 | $10,299 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | 180 | $21,170 | — |
| Air Transportation | 19 | — | — |
| American Sign Language | 23 | — | — |
| Biology | 51 | — | — |
| Biology/Biotechnology Technologies/Technicians | 22 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | 52 | — | — |
| Chemical Engineering | 7 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 34 | — | — |
| Computer Programming | 16 | — | — |
| Computer Science | 129 | — | $8,748 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | 26 | — | — |
| Data Processing | 6 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 11 | — | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | 61 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 9 | — | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | 24 | — | — |
| Engineering | 65 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians | 23 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 56 | — | — |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 38 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 14 | — | — |
| Fire Protection | 71 | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography | 13 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 27 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 27 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | 67 | — | — |
| History | 27 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | 146 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services | 92 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | 32 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | 93 | — | — |
| Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians | 2 | — | — |
| Music | 40 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 21 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working | 120 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | 28 | — | — |
| Sociology | 50 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 120 | — | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | 39 | — | — |
Post-baccalaureate certificate programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | — | — | — |
Similar colleges in Texas
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas College | Dallas | $16,414 | — | $44,572 |
| Tarrant County College District | Fort Worth | $3,775 | — | $45,883 |
| Houston City College | Houston | $4,575 | — | $42,369 |
| Austin Community College District | Austin | $2,445 | — | $47,658 |
| Collin County Community College District | McKinney | $10,747 | — | $50,928 |
| El Paso Community College | El Paso | $6,869 | — | $39,679 |
| San Jacinto Community College | Pasadena | $1,807 | — | $47,048 |
| San Antonio College | San Antonio | $5,010 | — | $43,816 |
About Lone Star College System
| Type | Public two-year college |
|---|---|
| Location | The Woodlands, TX |
| Setting | Midsize city |
| Undergraduates | 45,188 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 22 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Website | lonestar.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Lone Star College System cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $21,720 a year (tuition and fees: $3,330 in-state, $9,390 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $15,874 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $15,059.
How much do Lone Star College System graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $44,187 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 27th of 61 similar colleges in Texas.
What is Lone Star College System's graduation rate?
19% of full-time students graduate within 150% of the normal program length.