Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians at Lone Star College System
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Lone Star College System graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lone Star College System graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all industrial production technologies/technicians associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lone Star College System | $36,567 | $50,347 | — | — |
| Texas State Technical College | $64,485 | $64,976 | $15,834 | 0.25 |
| National Median | $56,704 | — | $13,500 | 0.24 |
Other Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas State Technical College Waco | $7,192 | $64,485 | $15,834 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Lone Star College System, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.