Texas A&M University-College Station vs Lone Star College System: which has better ROI?
The verdict
Texas A&M University-College Station has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $85,260 in 3.6 years versus not at all at Lone Star College System, on median earnings of $72,097 vs $42,466 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)
| Measure | Texas A&M University-College Station | Lone Star College System |
|---|---|---|
| Net price / yr | $21,315 | $11,252 |
| Total net cost | $85,260 | $22,504 |
| Median earnings, 10 yrs | $72,097 | $42,466 |
| Median debt | $17,804 | $8,600 |
| Payback | 3.6 yrs | — |
| 20-year net return | $389,480 | $-140,384 |
College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.