C
Average
Score: 53/100

Lone Star College System

4-Year Public
📍 The Woodlands, Texas 77381
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 19%
Outcomes
C
45/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
D
38/100

Quick Stats

70,991
Total Enrollment
19%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,049
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lone Star College System

26% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 18,600 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$581,332
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,459
1-Year Change
+6.4%
For parents & investors

The Lone Star College System Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $581,332
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,459/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77301 (5.1% cap, Conroe)

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🏆 Where Lone Star College System Ranks

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

#15
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
of 25 schools
#15
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
of 22 schools
#22
Industrial Technology/Technician
of 29 schools
#30
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
of 62 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,544 $6,960

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
48%
Receive Pell Grants
12%
Take Out Loans
$11,049
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,245
$30,001 - $48,000$8,862
$48,001 - $75,000$10,373
$75,001 - $110,000$12,310
$110,001+$14,153

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 6,485 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 757 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 689 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 529 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 385 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 381 grads/yr Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General 231 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 230 grads/yr Industrial Technology/Technician 227 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 216 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 213 grads/yr Accounting 201 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 190 grads/yr Educational/Instructional Technology 190 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 173 grads/yr Information Technology 115 grads/yr Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician 104 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 102 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 99 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 78 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lone Star College System's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

Student Demographics

70,991
Total Students
59%
Women
48%
Traditional Age (18-24)
26%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 26%
Hispanic 42%
Black 13%
Asian 8%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 26%
With Family 74%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~18,600 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 44%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 48%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lone Star College System?
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 Lone Star College System?
Tuition at Lone Star College System is $5,544 for in-state students and $6,960 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,049.
What is the graduation rate at Lone Star College System?
The graduation rate at Lone Star College System is 19%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Lone Star College System a good school?
Lone Star College System has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lone Star College System?
Lone Star College System has a total enrollment of 70,991 students.
Is there rental demand near Lone Star College System?
Yes! Approximately 26% of students at Lone Star College System live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 18,600 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the The Woodlands area.

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