Computer Information Systems at Lone Star College System
If you are interested in studying Computer Information Systems, consider the program at Lone Star College System. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Lone Star College System is located in The Woodlands, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 500 computer information systems degrees were awarded at Lone Star College System.
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Online Class Availability at Lone Star College System
Online coursework is an option at Lone Star College System. Of 73,077 students, 23,040 (32%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 18,639 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Information Systems Rankings at Lone Star College System
These rankings give you a sense of how Lone Star College System’s Computer Information Systems program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #12 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 90 |
| Best Value | Texas | #23 of 58 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #32 of 90 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #212 of 827 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 839 |
Earnings for Computer Information Systems Graduates from Lone Star College System
Those who finish Lone Star College System’s Computer Information Systems program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,720 |
| 2 years | $44,170 |
| 3 years | $43,479 |
| 4 years | $43,850 |
| 5 years | $48,951 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Computer Information Systems graduates from Lone Star College System earn a median of $43,850, compared with $42,254 for all Lone Star College System graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Information Systems graduates from Lone Star College System comes in at $12,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Computer Information Systems graduates at Lone Star College System, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Information Systems graduates at Lone Star College System are 25% women (125) and 75% men (375).
Computer Information Systems Associate’s Program at Lone Star College System
Among the 230 associate’s computer information systems graduates at Lone Star College System, 24% were women (55) and 76% were men (175).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems associate’s degree recipients at Lone Star College System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 74 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 88 |
| Black / African American | 26 |
| Asian | 17 |
| Two or More Races | 11 |
| International (Nonresident) | 12 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 62% of Computer Information Systems associate’s degree recipients at Lone Star College System, higher than the national average of 47%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Information Systems Concentrations at Lone Star College System
This Computer Information Systems program at Lone Star College System offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 385 |
| Information Technology | 115 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Information Systems Graduates
Students who finish Computer Information Systems program at Lone Star College System go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Computer Information Systems majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Health Informatics Specialists | $156,714 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.