C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
66/100 · earnings-weighted

Lee College

2-Year Public
📍 Baytown, Texas 77520
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 19%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
D
41/100
Experience
C
48/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

8,143
Total Enrollment
19%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
30.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,515
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lee College ▼

43% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$173,905
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,221
1-Year Change
+1.1%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lee College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$42,178
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,219
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,500
Median debt at graduation
52.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 18% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 85th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Lee College

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants—$64,811+16%#169 of 757#165—
Precision Metal Working—$62,998+29%#17 of 365#23—
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$14,727$21,110-20%#864 of 1025#865—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Lee College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $173,905
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,221/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77530 (6.4% cap, Channelview)

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🏆 Where Lee College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Cabinetmaking and Millwork
of 5 schools
#8
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
of 22 schools
#13
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
of 24 schools
#15
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
of 23 schools
#15
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
of 17 schools
#16
Chemical Technology/Technician
of 23 schools
#29
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,132 $3,552

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$7,515
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,575
$30,001 - $48,000$6,970
$48,001 - $75,000$7,388
$75,001 - $110,000$8,154
$110,001+$7,866

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 1,518 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 381 grads/yr Chemical Technology/Technician 186 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 185 grads/yr Instrumentation Technology/Technician 167 grads/yr Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General 132 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 102 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 98 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 94 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 71 grads/yr Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 68 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 59 grads/yr Cabinetmaking and Millwork 58 grads/yr Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management 49 grads/yr Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician 48 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 42 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 39 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 34 grads/yr Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter 24 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 23 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lee College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

8,143
Total Students
49%
Women
36%
Traditional Age (18-24)
43%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 30%
Hispanic 47%
Black 14%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 43%
With Family 57%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,469 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 63%
Hybrid (Some Online) 21%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 36%
25-64 (Adult) 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lee College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Lee College?
Tuition at Lee College is $3,132 for in-state students and $3,552 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,515.
What is the graduation rate at Lee College?
The graduation rate at Lee College is 19%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Lee College a good school?
Lee College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lee College?
Lee College has a total enrollment of 8,143 students.
Is there rental demand near Lee College?
Yes! Approximately 43% of students at Lee College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,469 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Baytown area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology