Lamar Community College
About Lamar Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lamar Community College teaches on the plains of southeastern Colorado and keeps dormitories. Nursing and equine studies are among its largest programs, and close to a third of its students transfer on.
Founded
1937
Location
Lamar, Colorado
Students
400
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
54.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,550
Out-of-state: $7,260
Avg Net Price
$9,161
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,719
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
54.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
56.4%
Transfer Out
29%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.4K
Class Size
Medium
54.7% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,550
In-State
$7,260
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,324
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,044
After Financial Aid
$9,161
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,513
Receive Grants
29.1%
Take Loans
8.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $20,044/yr, including $9,324 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,161.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lamar Community College fund their education.
While in School
29.1%
Get Grants
Free money
8.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,504
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$93/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,750, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lamar Community College.
Gender
56%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
400
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.2%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
12.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 47.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
400
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lamar Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 172 student athletes, about 43% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
172
43% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
93
Men
79
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lamar Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,719
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
71 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services
—
18 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
16 grads
4yr Earnings
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
—
5 grads
Construction Trades, General
—
5 grads
Agricultural Business and Management
—
3 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.