Lamar University
Public university · Beaumont, TX · 8,150 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
930–1140
ACT (middle 50%)
18–25
Average net price
$7,984
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$21,777
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
39%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Lamar University?
Lamar University accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 930 and 1140 on the SAT. A score at or above 1140 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 930, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–25.
The latest federal data says Lamar University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Lamar University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Lamar University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $21,777 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $7,984 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $8,905 for TX residents and $18,625 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$8,905
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$18,625
- Room & board$10,948
- Total cost of attendance$21,777
- Average net price after grants$7,984
Popular majors
Interdisciplinary Studies, Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Engineering, Criminal Justice.
Lamar University FAQ
- What is Lamar University's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Lamar University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 930–1140. Aim for 1140 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Lamar University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–25.
- Is Lamar University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Lamar University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Lamar University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Lamar University cost?
- About $21,777 a year before aid; $7,984 on average after grants.
- What is Lamar University's FAFSA school code?
- 003581. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Lamar University receives your information.
- What is Lamar University's graduation rate?
- 39% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Lamar University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at San AntonioSan Antonio, TX | 87% | 1000–1220 | $9,872 | 52% |
| Schreiner UniversityKerrville, TX | 88% | — | $21,252 | 45% |
| University of North Texas at DallasDallas, TX | 84% | 846–1096 | $12,111 | 39% |
| Houston Christian UniversityHouston, TX | 84% | 990–1190 | $19,294 | 48% |
| Texas A & M University-Corpus ChristiCorpus Christi, TX | 89% | 970–1193 | $13,843 | 38% |
| Dallas Baptist UniversityDallas, TX | 89% | 960–1213 | $25,954 | 60% |