Lamar State College-Orange
About Lamar State College-Orange
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lamar State College-Orange teaches on the Sabine River at the Louisiana line, among the refineries and shipyards of the Texas Gulf coast. Nursing and process technology are its largest programs.
Founded
1969
Location
Orange, Texas
Students
1,391
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,540
Out-of-state: $17,280
Avg Net Price
$1,655
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,587
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
Below Average
36.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.2%
Transfer Out
19%
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
41.8%
$/Student
$4.5K
Class Size
Large
The 36.9% graduation rate is below average, but 69.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,540
In-State
$17,280
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$7,264
After Financial Aid
$1,655
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$384
Receive Grants
22.2%
Take Loans
10.3%
Don't let the $3,540 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $1,655 after financial aid, a 53% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $384.
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 State College-Orange fund their education.
While in School
22.2%
Get Grants
Free money
10.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,983
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,959
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$116/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,959, 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 State College-Orange.
Gender
70.2%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,391
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
21.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 52.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,391
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lamar State College-Orangeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,587
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
62 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
$50K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
33 grads
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
—
30 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
20 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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