Is Lone Star College System worth it?
Lone Star College System is a public, four-year institution in The Woodlands, Texas (midsize city). It awarded 13,085 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, business and business administration and management.
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Federal context for Lone Star College System
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Median earnings 1 year after
$34,391
Median earnings 4 years after
$52,634
Median earnings 10 years after
$42,466
Average net price
$11,252
Completion rate
21%
Completions (2024)
13,085
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
45,188
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $27,180 | $47,859 | 1,264 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $58,408 | $73,655 | 138 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $77,795 | $93,665 | 114 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $38,534 | $54,262 | 79 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $37,578 | $44,057 | 53 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $33,233 | $40,990 | 47 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $69,820 | $82,476 | 47 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $51,028 | $67,278 | 37 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $18,887 | $20,853 | 35 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Undergraduate certificate | $37,686 | $41,600 | 35 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Associate | $20,236 | $53,830 | 33 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | $32,376 | $50,531 | 29 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | $31,414 | $46,136 | 29 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $38,101 | $49,612 | 27 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $38,202 | $48,427 | 27 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 6,485 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 757 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 402 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 326 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | Associate | 230 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 214 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Associate | 190 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 174 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 156 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 154 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 28% | 15,415 |
| Retail Trade | 12% | 6,641 |
| Educational Services | 8% | 4,269 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 3,806 |
| Manufacturing | 7% | 3,682 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 3,590 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 3,332 |
| Wholesale Trade | 4% | 2,204 |
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Sources: federal figures for Lone Star College System. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
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