Overview

Type of School: Public, 2-year
Student Body: 46,504 students
     Undergraduate Enrollment: 46,504
     Graduate Enrollment: 0
     Full-Time Enrollment: 16,440
     Part-Time Enrollment: 30,064
     Men: 41%
     Women: 59%
In-State Tuition: Not reported
Out-of-State Tuition: Not reported

School Mission Statement

Mission Lone Star College System as a publicly-supported, two-year, comprehensive community college system involves diverse individuals, businesses and the community in quality educational opportunities for the successful development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes for a rapidly changing world. Through its colleges and centers, Lone Star College System develops learning communities for: Workforce programs, leading to associate degrees or certificates, designed to develop marketable skills and support economic development. Academic courses in the arts and sciences to transfer to senior institutions. Continuing adult education programs for academic, professional, workforce, and cultural enhancement. Developmental education and literacy programs designed to improve the basic skills of students. A program of student support services, including counseling and learning resources, designed to assist individuals in achieving their educational and career goals. Workforce, economic, and community development initiatives designed to meet local and statewide needs. Other purposes as may be directed by the Board of Trustees and/or the laws of the State of Texas.

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