C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
59/100 · earnings-weighted

Lamar Institute of Technology

2-Year Public
📍 Beaumont, Texas 77705
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Outcomes
D
40/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

5,302
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
48%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,381
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lamar Institute of Technology ▼

52% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$145,249
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,131
1-Year Change
+12.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lamar Institute of Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$38,991
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$35,573
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,076
Median debt at graduation
31.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
26.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 34% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 75th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Lamar Institute of Technology

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians$42,539$90,820+12%#9 of 16#9$13,769
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians$54,104$88,476+21%#9 of 60#11$10,650
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$53,644$62,722+1%#134 of 237#140—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$44,255$52,577-20%#516 of 560#532$12,494

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Lamar Institute of Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $145,249
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,131/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77703 (10.4% cap, Beaumont)

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🏆 Where Lamar Institute of Technology Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#16
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
of 17 schools
#17
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
of 24 schools
#18
Chemical Technology/Technician
of 23 schools
#21
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
of 23 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,920 $12,000

Financial Aid

71%
Receive Any Aid
52%
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Out Loans
$8,381
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,271
$30,001 - $48,000$7,874
$48,001 - $75,000$9,893
$75,001 - $110,000$10,960
$110,001+$13,389

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Welding Technology/Welder 113 grads/yr Chemical Technology/Technician 103 grads/yr General Studies 79 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 74 grads/yr Instrumentation Technology/Technician 60 grads/yr Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician 44 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 42 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 41 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 36 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 35 grads/yr Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst 31 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 31 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 29 grads/yr Graphic Design 28 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 27 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 26 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 25 grads/yr Lineworker 24 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 22 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 22 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lamar Institute of Technology's top programs commonly pursue.

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Chemical plant and system operators
$74k/yr 18,100 jobs
Chemical technicians
$58k/yr 57,000 jobs
Chemical equipment operators and tenders
$57k/yr 128,900 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Detectives and criminal investigators
$94k/yr 117,900 jobs
Police and sheriff's patrol officers
$76k/yr 698,800 jobs

Student Demographics

5,302
Total Students
52%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)
52%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 37%
Hispanic 25%
Black 26%
Asian 3%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 52%
With Family 48%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,773 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 41%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lamar Institute of Technology?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Lamar Institute of Technology?
Tuition at Lamar Institute of Technology is $1,920 for in-state students and $12,000 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,381.
What is the graduation rate at Lamar Institute of Technology?
The graduation rate at Lamar Institute of Technology is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Lamar Institute of Technology a good school?
Lamar Institute of Technology has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lamar Institute of Technology?
Lamar Institute of Technology has a total enrollment of 5,302 students.
Is there rental demand near Lamar Institute of Technology?
Yes! Approximately 52% of students at Lamar Institute of Technology live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,773 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Beaumont area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology