Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
85.73%
SAT Average
1,040
ACT Range
18-24
Lamar University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 85.73%. This means approximately 857 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,945 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
85.73%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,690 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,482 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $21,626 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $11,429 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 43.80% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 41.15% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Lamar University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$18,482
Room and board
$10,272
Books and supplies
$1,250
Other expenses
$5,090
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$21,626
Average net price
$11,429
Average aid coverage
47%
$10,197 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Lamar University pays approximately $11,429 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Texas average of $17,343 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Lamar University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Lamar University net price
$11,429
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Lamar University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $18,482 and average net price at $11,429. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$18,482
Current net price
$11,429
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
37.18%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,652
Undergraduates
7,945
10-Year Median Earnings - Lamar University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Lamar University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Lamar University?
Undergraduates
7,945
Completion rate
37.18%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
43.80%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
41.15%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 43.80% of Lamar University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 41.15% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Lamar University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Lamar University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Lamar University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Lamar University is listed at 4400 MLK Blvd, Beaumont, TX 77705. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Lamar University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar University | 85.73% | $18,482 | $11,429 | $49,652 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Similar Schools in Beaumont
This local cluster focuses on nearby Beaumont schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Beaumont.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar University's acceptance rate?
Lamar University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 85.73%.
How much is Lamar University tuition?
Lamar University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $18,482.
What is Lamar University's average net price?
Lamar University's average net price in the local dataset is $11,429.
What is Lamar University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,652 for Lamar University.
Is Lamar University accredited?
Lamar University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Lamar University?
The local dataset lists 7,945 undergraduate students at Lamar University.
What percentage of Lamar University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Lamar University in the local dataset is 43.80%.
What is the federal loan rate at Lamar University?
The federal loan rate for Lamar University in the local dataset is 41.15%.
Where should I verify Lamar University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Lamar University or the latest official federal education data.