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Lamar Institute of Technology
- 855 E Lavaca
- Beaumont, TX 77705
- OPEID College Code: 03627300
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- General Phone: (409) 880-8321
- President: Dr. Paul Szuch
- Website: www.lit.edu
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 2,590
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public 2-Year Colleges Under 4-Year Universities
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.lit.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 45%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 27% | 24% | 5% | 10% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,217 | $1,704 | $1,024 | $786 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 12.3% | 6.0% | 16.8% |
| Number in Default | 65 | 28 | 57 |
| Number in Repayment | 526 | 463 | 338 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,079 | $2,720 | $2,642 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $9,751 | $9,344 | $7,824 |
| Books and Supplies | $986 | $948 | $922 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,888 | $5,168 | $5,024 |
| Other Expenses | $5,580 | $5,362 | $5,208 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,371 | $5,362 | $5,010 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $4,065 | $3,668 | $3,564 |
| Out of State | $10,737 | $10,292 | $8,746 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $15,533 | $14,198 | $13,796 |
| Out of State | $22,205 | $20,822 | $18,978 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $9,436 | $8,828 | $8,574 |
| Out of State | $16,108 | $15,452 | $13,756 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,590 Undergraduate: 2,590
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,441 Female: 1,149
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,441 Female: 1,149
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,285 Part-Time: 1,305
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,285 Part-Time: 1,305
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.04% |
| American Indian | 11 | 0.4% |
| Black | 774 | 30% |
| Asian | 70 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 223 | 9% |
| White | 1,418 | 55% |
| Unknown | 93 | 4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 64 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 698 | 27% |
| Ages 20-21 | 544 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 455 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 380 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 177 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 129 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 105 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 37 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.04% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 232 | 150 | 82 |
| Faculty Status | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Tenured Faculty | 47 | 46 | 1 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Primarily Instruction | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 4 | - |
| Other Professionals | 32 | 29 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 46 | 43 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 23 | 23 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 11 | 8 | 3 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $44,368 (74) | $44,055 (35) | $44,650 (39) |
| Instructor | $44,368 (74) | $44,055 (35) | $44,650 (39) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $44,368 (74) | $44,055 (35) | $44,650 (39) |
| Instructor | $44,368 (74) | $44,055 (35) | $44,650 (39) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 54%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 34%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 19% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 25% |
| Female | 10% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 9% |
| Asian | 50% |
| Hispanic | 41% |
| White | 24% |
| Unknown | 33% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
