- The primary purpose of Lee College is to provide quality instruction for its students. Through a variety of programs and services, Lee College prepares students for success in higher education or employment. Lee College also provides a broad-based program of extension courses, distance education, adult education, continuing education and community service.
School Highlights
Lee College serves 7,487 students (21% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 71%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 7,487 students
- In-state tuition: $2,286
- Out-state tuition: $3,510
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 60%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Lee College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 518 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Lee College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
518 staff
262 staff
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School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Lee College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Lee College diversity score of 0.66 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,487 students
4,669 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,567 students
1,310 students
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# Part-Time Students
5,920 students
3,359 students
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![This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Lee College. This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Lee College.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/school_enrollment/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-5cv9jY.png)
![This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Texas. This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Texas.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/state_enrollment_school/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-xJ8Jiv.png)
# Enrollment Undergraduate
545 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,567 students
1,289 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,920 students
3,151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
50 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% Asian
1%
5%
![This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Lee College and the percentage of Asian community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Lee College and the percentage of Asian community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/enrollment_asian/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-Ph5SrG.png)
% Hispanic
38%
46%
![This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Lee College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Lee College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/enrollment_hispanic/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-A5Wmnx.png)
% Black
18%
12%
![This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Lee College and the percentage of Black community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Lee College and the percentage of Black community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/enrollment_black/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-b3rQ47h.png)
% White
40%
29%
![This chart displays the percentage of White students in Lee College and the percentage of White community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of White students in Lee College and the percentage of White community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/enrollment_white/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-ufkthm.png)
% Two or more races
2%
2%
![This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Lee College and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Lee College and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/enrollment_more_races/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-spYggy.png)
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
![This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Lee College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Lee College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Texas by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/enrollment_non_resident/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-bbTTvxC.png)
% Unknown races
1%
4%
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![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Texas. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Texas.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-bujR16x.png)
Diversity Score
0.66
0.69
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
48%
26%
![This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Lee College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Lee College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/completion_rate_less_than_4yr_150nt/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-Nvceq6.png)
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
2.44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,800
$34,600
![This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Lee College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Texas by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data. This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Lee College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Texas by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/mean_earnings_working_not_enrolled/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-kXlqdR.png)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,286 is less than the state average of $4,390. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,510 is less than the state average of $6,601. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,286
$4,390
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,510
$6,601
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
71%
83%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$10,765
![This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Lee College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Lee College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/median_debt_completers/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-bxOpR84.png)
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
![This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Lee College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Lee College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/median_debt_noncompleters/1000/1228/lee-college-chart-spYgg4.png)
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Established in 1934 to provide high quality education at a minimal cost, Lee College has continued that tradition for over 60 years. Originally housed on the Robert E. Lee High School campus, Lee College severed its initial integration with the Goose Creek Independent School District under the leadership of the college's first dean, Walter Rundell. In 1948, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools granted Lee College accreditation and recommended that the college develop its own campus apart from the local high school. A successful bond election in the following year allowed for the construction of Rundell Hall and the campus gymnasium. The college experienced tremendous growth after classes began in the new buildings in 1951. In 2000, another successful bond election led to expansion of the campus by more than 33% with the addition in 2002 of a new Advanced Technology Center, Library, and Tennis Courts. In 2003, the College occupied a new Wellness Center and Sports Complex. Parking was also expanded and beautification efforts including a central courtyard, covered walks, and landscaping were completed. Lee College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Arts Degree, Associate of Science Degree and the Associate of Applied Science Degree. Lee College is also accredited by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Texas Education Agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lee College cost?
Lee College's tuition is approximately $2,286 for In-State students and $3,510 for Out-State students.
What is Lee College's ranking?
Lee College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Least expensive tuition and Least debt for graduating students.
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