Physical Science 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 $54k, placing them in the 48th percentile of all physical science technologies/technicians associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Physical Science 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 | $53,976 | — | — | — |
| Lee College | $94,986 | $105,103 | $9,598 | 0.10 |
| Kilgore College | $68,335 | $46,153 | $17,208 | 0.25 |
| Houston Community College | $60,612 | $50,432 | $21,740 | 0.36 |
| San Jacinto Community College | $59,496 | $79,742 | $10,000 | 0.17 |
| Del Mar College | $56,948 | — | $7,000 | 0.12 |
| National Median | $54,260 | — | $11,417 | 0.21 |
Other Physical Science Technologies/Technicians Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee College Baytown | $2,166 | $94,986 | $9,598 |
| Kilgore College Kilgore | $2,160 | $68,335 | $17,208 |
| Houston Community College Houston | $2,040 | $60,612 | $21,740 |
| San Jacinto Community College Pasadena | $1,992 | $59,496 | $10,000 |
| Del Mar College Corpus Christi | $3,440 | $56,948 | $7,000 |
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 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.