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Lone Star College System

The Woodlands, TX·Public·www.lonestar.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Lone Star College System is a public college in The Woodlands, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 95/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Lone Star College System is a public college in The Woodlands, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 95/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,640
In-State Tuition
+$60 fees
$7,620
Out-of-State Tuition
+$60 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

20,000+

Urban setting

Beach Access

74 miles

Galveston, TX

Ski Access

642 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Hot Climate

65°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

642 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
772 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Nearest Beach

Galveston, TX

Ocean access within 74.0 miles

74 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · The Woodlands, TX

53°Jan57°Feb63°Mar69°Apr77°May83°Jun85°Jul85°Aug80°Sep71°Oct61°Nov55°Dec

Station: HOUSTON HOOKS MEMORIAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

95/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety959299
95/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
92/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
99/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,640$7,620
Fees
$60$60
Total
$2,700$7,680
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

85 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
5,788 grads/yr$47,859
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
495 grads/yr$50,531
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
413 grads/yr$41,600
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
334 grads/yr$93,665
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
280 grads/yr$53,293

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's334 grads$93,665
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Certificate131 grads$83,636
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate135 grads$82,476
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's157 grads$73,655
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Certificate154 grads$71,664
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate48 grads$67,278
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's16 grads$58,154
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's71 grads$54,262
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's257 grads$53,830
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Associate's70 grads$53,830

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lone Star College System located?

Lone Star College System is located in The Woodlands, TX. The main campus address is 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Lone Star College System?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Lone Star College System charges $2,640/year for in-state students and $7,620/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,680/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Lone Star College System's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Lone Star College System the right fit for me?

Whether Lone Star College System is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,620/year out-of-state), campus culture in The Woodlands, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lone Star College System against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lone Star College System directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
The Woodlands, TX
Size
20,000+
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 65°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
95/100
Nearest Airport
Houston, TX (CXO) · 12 mialso IAH (17 mi), HTV (39 mi)

Location

The Woodlands, TX

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.