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Lamar State College-Port Arthur

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is a small, public institution located in Port Arthur, tx. Lamar State College-Port Arthur offers associate degrees or certifications in 45 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 2 Year, Public
undergraduates 2,567 undergraduates
cost $1,770 undergraduate tuition
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Academics

The degree or certification you pursue is major! Lamar State College-Port Arthur is known for its top major, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Their student-faculty ratio is 18:1.

Graduation Rate
Retention Rate
18 :1
Student to faculty ratio

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Annual tuition $1,770
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,500
Cost of attendance* $3,270
Financial aid package N/A
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Out of state

Annual tuition $7,890
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,500
Cost of attendance* $9,390
Financial aid package N/A
Estimated annual cost $9,390 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average of annual expenses including tuition, books, room, board, and other living estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Lamar State College-Port Arthur has a total enrollment of 2,567, with gender‑binary students split 37% male and 63% female.

Total enrollment

2,600

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Student type

Full-time

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
23%
African American %
26%
Hispanic American %
42%
Asian %
4%
Native American %
2%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
1%
Unknown %
2%
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Campus info

map 1500 Proctor St, Port Arthur, TX 77640
phone 409-983-4921

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Lamar State College-Port Arthur so you have more information to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Lamar State College-Port Arthur?

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is located in Port Arthur, tx.

How much does it cost for 2 years at Lamar State College-Port Arthur?  

The estimated cost for 2 years at Lamar State College-Port Arthur including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $6,540 .

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