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Mining & Petroleum Technology at Lone Star College System
If you are interested in studying Mining & Petroleum Technology, take a look at what Lone Star College System. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Lone Star College System is located in The Woodlands, TX.
Online & Distance Learning at Lone Star College System
Distance learning is available at Lone Star College System. Of 73,077 students, 23,040 (32%) studied exclusively online and 18,639 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Mining & Petroleum Technology Rankings at Lone Star College System
Use these rankings to compare Lone Star College System’s Mining & Petroleum Technology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #None of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #None of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 7 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #None of 1 |
| Best Value | Texas | #None of 1 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 7 |
Best-Paid Careers for Mining & Petroleum Technology Graduates
Students who finish Mining & Petroleum Technology program at Lone Star College System pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Mining & Petroleum Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
| Gas Plant Operators | $57,281 |
| Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas | $50,058 |
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
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