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Lamar State College-Port Arthur

Port Arthur, TX·Public·www.lamarpa.edu/

Campus Identity

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is a public community college in Port Arthur, TX. The nearest beach is about 11 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is a public community college in Port Arthur, TX. The nearest beach is about 11 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,200
In-State Tuition
+$570 fees
$7,320
Out-of-State Tuition
+$570 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

11 miles

Sabine Pass, TX

Ski Access

626 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Hot Climate

65°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

626 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
665 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
801 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Nearest Beach

Sabine Pass, TX

Ocean access within 10.7 miles

11 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Port Arthur, TX

54°Jan58°Feb63°Mar69°Apr77°May82°Jun84°Jul84°Aug80°Sep72°Oct62°Nov56°Dec

Station: PORT ARTHUR SE TX REGIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

65/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety546296
54/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
62/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
96/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,200$7,320
Fees
$570$570
Total
$1,770$7,890
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

48 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
125 grads/yr
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
82 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
46 grads/yr$84,798
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
44 grads/yr
Physical Science Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
41 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's46 grads$84,798
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's125 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate82 grads
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate44 grads
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
Certificate41 grads
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
Associate's36 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's28 grads
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
Associate's20 grads
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
Certificate19 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate17 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lamar State College-Port Arthur located?

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is located in Port Arthur, TX. The main campus address is 1500 Proctor St, Port Arthur, TX. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Lamar State College-Port Arthur?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Lamar State College-Port Arthur charges $1,200/year for in-state students and $7,320/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,890/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Lamar State College-Port Arthur's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Lamar State College-Port Arthur the right fit for me?

Whether Lamar State College-Port Arthur is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,320/year out-of-state), campus culture in Port Arthur, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lamar State College-Port Arthur against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lamar State College-Port Arthur directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Port Arthur, TX
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 65°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
65/100
Nearest Airport
Beaumont/Port Arthur, TX (BPT) · 8 mialso LCH (45 mi), GLS (70 mi)

Location

Port Arthur, TX

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.