Lee College
About Lee College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lee College teaches in Baytown, on the industrial ship channel east of Houston, and trains many of its students for the refineries and chemical plants beside it. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and runs one of the oldest prison education programs in the country.
Founded
1934
Location
Baytown, Texas
Students
5,116
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
52.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,520
Out-of-state: $5,190
Avg Net Price
$6,879
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,178
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
52.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72.5%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
30:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
41.2%
$/Student
$5.8K
Class Size
Large
52.8% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,520
In-State
$5,190
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,502
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,107
After Financial Aid
$6,879
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,192
Receive Grants
35.3%
Take Loans
4.9%
Tuition is $2,520/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,879.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lee College fund their education.
While in School
35.3%
Get Grants
Free money
4.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,166
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$80/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lee College.
Gender
44.2%
Female
56%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,116
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54.8%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
28.9%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 54.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
5,116
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lee College fields 2 varsity teams with 28 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
28
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
14
Men
14
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lee Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,178
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
374 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
236 grads
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
$95K
79 grads
1yr Earnings
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
—
72 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
45 grads
Natural Sciences
—
36 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.