School Information

52.0
Total Cost $17,630
Total Enrollment 13,992
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 19 : 1

Lamar University

http://www.lamar.edu
4400 MLK, Beaumont, Texas 77705
(409) 880-7011

Lamar University Mission Statement ( Revised Jan. 4, 2006 ) Lamar University is a comprehensive public institution educating a diverse student body, preparing students for leadership and lifelong learning in a multicultural world, and enhancing the future of Southeast Texas, the state, the nation, and the world through teaching, research and creative activity, and service. Lamar University Core Values To provide a learning environment of the highest quality and integrity, Lamar University values. . . Our STUDENTS, including their curricular and extracurricular activities; Our FACULTY and STAFF, high quality employees who are committed to educating and serving our students; Our ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Lamar University, 59.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 54.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,552), and 46% receive loans ($7,399 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,290.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Lamar University is $14,675 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Lamar University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $5,850
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $13,052
Tuition Graduate in State $5,330
Tuition Graduate Out of State $12,532
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $17,630
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $24,832
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 5,359 people applied to Lamar University. Of the applicants, 84.0% were admitted (83.0% male & 85.0% female ) and 33.0% accepted (36.0% male and 31.0% female)

Of the 9,605 undergraduate students at Lamar University, 28.0% are part-time. A majority (76.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 83.0% of the 4,387 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     98.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     66.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     45.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     19.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     36.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     30.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline July 1st
Admissions Office Phone (409) 880-7011
Admissions Office Email admissions@lamar.edu
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.lamar.edu/admissions/college.php
Admissions Website http://www.lamar.edu/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Fee $25

In order to be accepted to Lamar University, you should have:

  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Lamar University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 400
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 510
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 420
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 530
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 390
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 490
Lamar University ACT SCORES
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 21
ACT English (25th Percentile) 15
ACT English (75th Percentile) 21
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 21
ACT Writing (25th Percentile) 6
ACT Writing (75th Percentile) 8
 
Lamar University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Architecture and related services 8
Interior Architecture 8
Biological and biomedical sciences 35 3
Biochemistry 1
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 34 3
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 249 41
Accounting 33
Business Administration and Management, General 26 41
Business/Commerce, General 28
Business/Managerial Economics 1
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 10
Finance, General 45
Hospitality Administration/Management, General 2
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 16
Management Information Systems, General 11
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 70
Operations Management and Supervision 2
Retailing and Retail Operations 5
Communication, journalism, and related programs 57
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 57
Computer and information sciences and support services 8 26
Computer and Information Sciences, General 8
Information Science/Studies 0 26
Education 205 22
Curriculum and Instruction 16
Education/Teaching Individuals - Hearing Impairments 11 1
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 160 21
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision 0
Educational/Instructional Media Design 1
Elementary Education and Teaching 2
Music Teacher Education 1
Secondary Education and Teaching 2
Special Education and Teaching, General 12
Engineering 107 235 8
Chemical Engineering 19 2
Civil Engineering, General 25
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering 22
Engineering, General 234 6
Engineering, Other 0
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering 1
Industrial Engineering 7
Mechanical Engineering 34
Engineering technologies/technicians 14
Industrial Technology/Technician 14
English language and literature/letters 16 2
English Language and Literature, General 16 2
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 39 7
Apparel and Textiles, General 13
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General 3 7
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General 11
Human Development and Family Studies, General 12
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 10
American Sign Language (ASL) 3
French Language and Literature 1
Spanish Language and Literature 6
Health professions and related clinical sciences 55 90 37 10
Audiology/Audiologist and Hearing Sciences 10
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 13
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 0
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD) 11
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 20
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD) 0
Nursing, Other 3
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 55 46 0
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 34
History 19 3
History, General 19 3
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 125
General Studies 125
Mathematics and statistics 12 1
Mathematics, General 12 1
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 207
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 207
Natural resources and conservation 8 1
Environmental Science 8 1
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 34 8
Health and Physical Education, General 11 8
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 23
Physical sciences 11 5
Chemistry, General 7 5
Geology/Earth Science, General 2
Physics, General 2
Psychology 52 23
Community Psychology 1
Counseling Psychology 22
Industrial and Organizational Psychology 0
Psychology, General 52
Public administration and social service professions 32 4
Public Administration 4
Social Work 32 0
Security and protective services 35 1
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 35 1
Social sciences 27
Economics, General 0
Political Science and Government, General 20
Sociology 7
Visual and performing arts 26 2
Art/Art Studies, General 0
Dance, General 4
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 5 1
Fine/Studio Arts, General 4
Graphic Design 5
Music, General 8 1
 
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