Lamar Community College

Lamar, Colorado · Public, 2-year

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%

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.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's146$14,987$9,300
Construction Trades, General.Undergraduate certificate36
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Undergraduate certificate34
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's32$56,810
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services.Associate's31
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate29
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services.Undergraduate certificate22
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate22
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Undergraduate certificate16
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Associate's11
Construction Trades, General.Associate's9
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate6
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Undergraduate certificate6
Agricultural Business and Management.Associate's5

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.