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Is Lamar University a Good School for the Money?

Above Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$122,309 Avg Total Cost

Lamar University Value Report

College Factual's Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Lamar University degree with its cost to determine if the school is asking a fair price. Read the Lamar University annual value report below.

Above Average Value Nationwide

Top 50% National Value
Top 50% National Quality
Good Price

Lamar University is ranked #715 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Compared to other schools of similar quality, Lamar University is priced well for the kind of quality provided and is thus a good value according to College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking.

National Value Ranking  715 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  68.09 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $122,309 For That Piece of Paper

The Lamar University time to graduate is about 4.72 years and will cost an estimated $25,913 per year. This brings the total cost to 122,309.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$25,913
Average Years to Graduate4.72
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$122,309

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about Lamar University cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$76,993 In-State With Aid
$143,356 Avg Cost No Aid
4.72 Years to Graduate

Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into averages.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Lamar University.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$143,356#0F
All Students$122,309#715B
Only Students Receiving Aid$108,282#948C+
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$112,067#F
All Students$91,020#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$76,993#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Texas.

About 85% of Lamar University students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Lamar University financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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