Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $3,090
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $8,700
- Average Net Price
- $9,322
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 23.1%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $12,600
- Books & Supplies
- $2,550
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,600
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $91/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 29.0%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 7.9%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 23.1%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| 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 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than the $3,090 sticker price at Lone Star College System. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay an average net price of $8,245 per year, while those from families making over $110,000 pay $14,153 annually. Over four years, total costs range from about $33,000 to $57,000. The typical graduate leaves with just $8,600 in debt, which translates to monthly payments of only $91.
This debt load makes sense when you look at the numbers. Graduates earn a median of $42,466 ten years after starting, meaning their monthly loan payments represent less than 3% of their gross income. Only 7.86% of students even take federal loans, and just 7.71% receive institutional grants averaging $4,802. The system serves 99.60% in-state students, keeping costs low for Texas residents. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here, paying roughly half what wealthier families pay.
This debt load makes sense when you look at the numbers. Graduates earn a median of $42,466 ten years after starting, meaning their monthly loan payments represent less than 3% of their gross income. Only 7.86% of students even take federal loans, and just 7.71% receive institutional grants averaging $4,802. The system serves 99.60% in-state students, keeping costs low for Texas residents. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here, paying roughly half what wealthier families pay.
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