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College Info
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- private
Official website
www.lamar.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Lamar University
Lamar University is a public university located in Beaumont, Texas, United States. It was originally founded in 1923 as Lamar College and has since grown to become a comprehensive university offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The university is known for its strong programs in business, education, and health sciences.
Key Facts
🏆 QS World Rank
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US News & World Report #18 · 2026Forbes #2014 · 2026US News & World Report #18 · 2025US News & World Report #5 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 298 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
3/10
Diversity
1/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$14,720 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 2/10
Popular fields
Electrical EngineeringComputer ScienceChemical PetroleumCivil EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringMasters in Business AdministrationManagement Information SystemsChemistry
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Student Life
11,500 students (1,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 298 acres
Location: Beaumont, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 91.3%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 91.3%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.0
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school