Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians at Lone Star College System
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Lone Star College System graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lone Star College System graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 50th percentile of all industrial production technologies/technicians certificate 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 certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lone Star College System | $43,602 | $45,784 | — | — |
| Texas State Technical College | $54,068 | — | $9,500 | 0.18 |
| National Median | $43,602 | — | $10,244 | 0.23 |
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 | $54,068 | $9,500 |
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 23 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.