Lamar University
Lamar University is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Beaumont, TX. It is classified as Doctoral/Research University by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. The 2019 tuition & fees at Lamar University is $8,373 for Texas residents and $18,333 for out-of-state students. 5,353 students (57.76% of the enrolled undergraduate students) have received grant or scholarships and the average aid amount is $7,041 at Lamar University. The school has a total enrollment of 14,506 and student to faculty ratio is 5.88% (17 to 1).
Directory Information
| Address | 4400 MLK Blvd, Beaumont, TX 77705 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 409-880-7011 |
| WEB | www.lamar.edu |
| Admission | www.lamar.edu/admissions/ |
| Online Application | www.applytexas.org/ |
| Financial Aid | financialaid.lamar.edu/ |
| Net Price Calculator | www.collegeforalltexans.com/apps/CollegeMoney/ |
| Veterans Tuition | www.lamar.edu/veterans-affairs/ |
| Disability Service | www.lamar.edu/disability-resource-center/ |
| School Type | Public, 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral/Research University |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
2019 Tuition & Fees and 2020 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2019 tuition and fees are $8,373 for in-state students and $18,333 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2019 tuition and fees are $8,174 for in-state students and $15,644 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2020 tuition & fees are $8,434 for Texas residents and $18,394 for out-of-state students. The estimated 2020 graduate school tuition & fees are $8,236 for Texas residents and $15,706 for out-of-state students.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation of the school is $46,000.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,373 | $18,333 |
| Graduate | $8,174 | $15,644 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,434 | $18,394 |
| Graduate | $8,236 | $15,706 |
The estimation for 2019-2020 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2019 Key Stats
The Acceptance ratio at Lamar University is 84% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 32%. The average graduation rate is 30%. Total 14,506 students are attending at the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in next table.
| Acceptance Rate » | 84% |
|---|---|
| Yield (Enrollment Rate) » | 32% |
| Graduation Rate » | 30% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 36% |
| Retention Rate | 64%(full-time), 53% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.88% (17 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 14,506 (9,268 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $7,041 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $46,000 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Lamar University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs which designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers . Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
It provides a number of student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics
Next table illustrates special characteristics of Lamar University.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 2,505 |
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