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Public, 2-Year
Orange, TX

Lamar State College-Orange

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$2,832

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

28.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$36,587

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Lamar State College-Orange is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Orange, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,832, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$5,664

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$6,587

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$60,206

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$126,076

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Lamar State College-Orange is $10,959.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.2%
31.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
66.1%
Black
19.0%
Hispanic
11.1%
Two or more
1.8%
Unknown
0.9%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
International
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$2,832

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$560
$30k - $48k$4,033
$48k - $75k$1,424
$75k+$4,610

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,959
Pell Grant Recipients24.3%
Using Federal Loans11.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment40.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

63.5%

Success

28.5%

In-State Cost

$2,832

Age 25+ Students

21.2%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 8

Working at 6yr

735 students

Local City Insights

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