Lamar University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Lamar University admits about 86.4% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 930–1140 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 17–23 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Lamar University At a Glance
| Location | Beaumont, Texas |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 8,150 |
| Acceptance Rate | 86.4% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 480-580 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 450-560 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 930-1140 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1061 |
| ACT Range | 18-25 |
| Average Net Price | $7,984/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $8,905/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $18,625/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 39.4% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 61.9% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $53,857 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $21,875 |
How Lamar University Compares
Lamar University is more selective than about 33% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 8,150 students, it is larger than about 1% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar University's acceptance rate?
Lamar University's acceptance rate is about 86.4%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Lamar University?
Admitted students at Lamar University typically report a combined SAT score between 930 and 1140 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Lamar University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Lamar University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Lamar University?
The average net price reported for Lamar University is $7,984 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.