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Lee College

Community CollegeHSICity: Small

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

BusinessEngineering TechnologyEducationTransfer PathwaysHSI

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
52.8%

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%

Low

Default 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

47.4%
29.3%
16.8%
2.3%
1.3%
0.7%
Hispanic
White
Black
Multiracial
Asian
International

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

RuralCity
City: Small

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

MenWomen
14
Basketball
14
Volleyball

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

$37K
6yr
$41K
8yr
$42K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lee College

How much does Lee College cost?
Tuition at Lee College is $2,520 for in-state students and $5,190 for out-of-state students. Tuition is $2,520/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,879.
What is the graduation rate at Lee College?
Lee College has a graduation rate of 52.8%. 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.
How much do Lee College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Lee College graduates is $42,178 ten years after enrollment. 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.

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.