At a glance
Average net price
$9,366
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
37.3%
Admission rate
86%
Undergrad size
8,150
In-state tuition
$8,905
Out-of-state tuition
$18,745
Cost of attendance
$22,254
Median earnings (10y)
$49,652
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,061
- ACT midpoint
- 20
- Retention
- 61.9%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (34%), stem (21%), business (16%).
- STEM21%
- Health13%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts34%
- Social sciences9%
- Trades & services7%
- Interdisciplinary23.9%~1,949 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business16.4%~1,337 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions13.2%~1,077 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Engineering10.8%~877 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~390 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~255 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.0%~245 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.8%~231 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~215 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.6%~210 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~205 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology2.3%~185 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science2.2%~180 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~175 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~145 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~105 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.2%~95 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.0%~85 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.8%~65 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.6%~50 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · STEMCompare 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 2,163 | $56,477 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 1,172 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 936 | $54,178 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 849 | $66,969 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 629 | $52,374 | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 538 | $35,341 | $31,000 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master's | 391 | $54,689 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Graduate certificate | 348 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 302 | $68,225 | $25,196 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master's | 263 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 239 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 232 | $51,269 | — |
| Engineering, General. | Master's | 194 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 193 | $38,297 | $31,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 184 | $43,871 | $27,000 |
| Public Health. | Master's | 164 | — | — |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Master's | 149 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 123 | $29,764 | $29,298 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 123 | $34,919 | $29,057 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 115 | $71,107 | $29,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 113 | $26,178 | $25,669 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 99 | $33,573 | $27,000 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 97 | $82,165 | — |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 96 | $73,299 | $20,019 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 91 | — | $37,672 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 91 | $33,735 | $36,615 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 83 | $25,519 | $25,134 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 81 | — | $26,071 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 78 | — | $22,875 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 72 | — | $20,980 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 60 | $37,792 | $32,705 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 60 | $58,987 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Graduate certificate | 59 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 58 | $46,927 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 55 | $82,521 | $18,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 52 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 51 | — | $22,500 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Master's | 47 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 45 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 43 | $41,461 | $28,000 |
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 University
Lamar University is a large institution located in Beaumont, Texas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 8,150 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Interdisciplinary, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Lamar University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $9,366 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $8,905 for in-state students and $18,745 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $22,254 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 37.3%, a average completion outcome. 61.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $49,652 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Lamar University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Interdisciplinary, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (34% of credentials), stem (21% of credentials), business (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
Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,061. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.
Location & campus
Set in Beaumont, Texas (city), Lamar University draws students from across Texas 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 University
Q.How much does Lamar University cost?
The average net price at Lamar University is $9,366 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $22,254.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Lamar University?
Lamar University has a 6-year graduation rate of 37.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Lamar University?
Lamar University admits 86% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Lamar University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Lamar University graduate earns $49,652 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Lamar University?
Published tuition is $8,905 in-state and $18,745 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Lamar University located?
Lamar University is located in Beaumont, Texas (ZIP 77705).
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 University at their official website.