Lamar University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Lamar University is a public research university in Beaumont, Texas, serving roughly 8,150 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 86.41% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $49,652 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,905
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,366 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 86.41% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 8,150 77.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.32%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 43.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 77.2%
- Average SAT Score: 1061
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 9,701
- Applicants (IPEDS): 7,246
- Room & Board: $10,464 annual estimate
Lamar University: what the data shows
Common questions about Lamar University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Lamar University?
Lamar University is located in Beaumont, TX (ZIP 77705).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Lamar University public or private?
Lamar University is a Public institution.
How much does Lamar University cost?
Published tuition: $8,905 in-state, $18,745 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $9,366.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,568 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,261 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,545 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $13,689 |
| $110,001+ | $16,292 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $35,620.
How hard is it to get into Lamar University?
Admission rate: 86.41%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1061 and midpoint ACT 20.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Lamar University?
Total enrollment: 8,150 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 9,701 students.
Graduate enrollment: 9,588 students.
About 78% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Lamar University?
150%-time completion rate: 37.32%.
First-year retention: 61.9%.
What do graduates of Lamar University earn?
Median earnings: $47,077 six years after entry; $49,652 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,250.
46.49% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Lamar University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (1,250 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (591 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (486 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (484 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (327 completions)
- Information Science/Studies (271 completions)
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor (214 completions)
- Computer Science (206 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (198 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (167 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Lamar University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 86.41%; completion rate 37.32%; median earnings $49,652 at 10 years; net price $9,366. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,905
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lamar University was $8,905.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,366
2024 Value
In 2024 Lamar University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,366.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$37,464 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,366 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$35,620 4-Year In-State Tuition
$74,980 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$10,464 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,250 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,619 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$82,476 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Lamar University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
46.49% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
41.80% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Lamar University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Lamar University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,429 | $15,925 | $16,109 |
| 2014 | $7,659 | $16,362 | $14,319 |
| 2015 | $8,002 | $17,362 | $13,018 |
| 2016 | $8,146 | $17,938 | $12,873 |
| 2017 | $8,314 | $18,274 | $12,941 |
| 2018 | $8,373 | $18,333 | $12,967 |
| 2019 | $8,494 | $18,622 | $12,311 |
| 2020 | $8,591 | $18,407 | $11,739 |
| 2021 | $8,690 | $18,482 | $13,351 |
| 2022 | $8,690 | $18,482 | $12,002 |
| 2023 | $8,690 | $18,482 | $11,429 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
86.41% Acceptance Rate
7,246 Total Applicants
6,212 Students Admitted
1,555 First-Time Students Enrolled
25.03% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1061
ACT Average: 20
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Lamar University reported total enrollment of about 8,150 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 41% male and 59% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (37.7%), Black or African American (29.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (22.2%). About 46.49% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 43.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
77.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Lamar University in 2024 is 8,150 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 9,701 students. Graduate enrollment is about 9,588 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
61.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 37.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
19.08% 100% Completion Time
37.32% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 19.08% of students graduating from Lamar University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 25% male / 75% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 37% male / 63% female
- Special Education and Teaching, General: 4% male / 96% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Lamar University.
Return on Investment
$21,250 Median Student Debt
$49,652 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
42.80% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1225.33% Return on Investment
4.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Lamar University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 76 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 1,250 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 591 completions
3. Special Education and Teaching, General: 486 completions
4. Counseling Psychology: 484 completions
5. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 327 completions
6. Information Science/Studies: 271 completions
7. Mental Health Counseling/Counselor: 214 completions
8. Computer Science: 206 completions
9. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 198 completions
Most popular programs at Lamar University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Lamar University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Lamar University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 77.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,286
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,053
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Lamar University is a public institution located in Beaumont, TX, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Educational Leadership and Administration, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Special Education and Teaching, General. Enrollment is approximately 8,150 students. Student body composition includes White (37.7%), Black or African American (29.9%), Hispanic or Latino (22.2%). The admission rate is 86.41%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1061. The 150%-time completion rate is 37.32%. Approximately 46.49% of students receive Pell Grants. About 43.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Beaumont, TX 77705
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.32% graduation rate at Lamar University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 76 distinct degree programs, Lamar University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lamar University located?
Lamar University is located in Beaumont, TX.
What is Lamar University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Lamar University is 86.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 7,246 applicants and 6,212 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Lamar University cost?
Reported tuition is $8,905 and average net price is $9,366 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,464 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Lamar University?
Lamar University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 9,701 students, White (37.7%), Black or African American (29.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Lamar University?
About 43.3% of students at Lamar University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Lamar University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Lamar University reports midpoint SAT about 1061 and midpoint ACT about 20.
What do graduates of Lamar University earn?
Median earnings are $47,077 six years after entry and $49,652 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Lamar University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Lamar University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,250.
Is Lamar University public or private?
Lamar University is a public institution located in Beaumont, TX.
Is Lamar University an HBCU?
No. Lamar University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Lamar University a tribal college?
No. Lamar University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Beaumont, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.