At a glance
Average net price
$9,161
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
54.7%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
400
In-state tuition
$4,550
Out-of-state tuition
$7,260
Cost of attendance
$20,044
Median earnings (10y)
$38,719
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
12 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (40%), humanities & arts (37%), health (16%).
- Health16%
- Business4%
- Humanities & arts37%
- Social sciences3%
- Trades & services40%
- Liberal arts36.9%~147 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture16.7%~67 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Health professions16.2%~65 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Personal services10.1%~40 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business3.5%~14 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education1.5%~6 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology1.0%~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences0.5%~2 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.5%~2 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
14 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 146 | $14,987 | $9,300 |
| Construction Trades, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 32 | $56,810 | — |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services. | Associate's | 31 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Undergraduate certificate | 16 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Construction Trades, General. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Lamar Community College
Lamar Community College is a small institution located in Lamar, Colorado, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 400 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Agriculture, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Lamar Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $9,161 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,550 for in-state students and $7,260 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $20,044 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 54.7%, a above-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,719 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Lamar Community College confers degrees and certificates across 12 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Agriculture, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (40% of credentials), humanities & arts (37% of credentials), health (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Lamar, Colorado (town), Lamar Community College draws students from across Colorado and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Lamar Community College
Q.How much does Lamar Community College cost?
The average net price at Lamar Community College is $9,161 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $20,044.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Lamar Community College?
Lamar Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 54.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Lamar Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Lamar Community College graduate earns $38,719 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Lamar Community College?
Published tuition is $4,550 in-state and $7,260 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Lamar Community College located?
Lamar Community College is located in Lamar, Colorado (ZIP 81052).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Lamar Community College at their official website.