Celebrating its centennial anniversary in 2009, Lamar State College – Port Arthur continues its tradition as a career-oriented, two-year college serving students in southeastern Texas. Though its original focus was on petrochemical studies, the school has expanded to cover many areas of the arts and sciences and today offers associate
| Overall Score (about) | 60.6 |
| Total Cost On-Campus Attendance | $7,013 |
| Admission Success rate | N/A |
| Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty | 14 : 1 |
| Retention (full-time / part-time) | 58% / 52% |
| Enrollment Total (all students) | 2,441 |
Due to the large number of programs offered at Lamar State Port Arthur, there are several different admissions requirements which will depend in the specific program a student elects. However, the general admissions requirements are standard for all Texas state colleges. The GED certificate or high school diploma must be in the hands of students to proceed with college coursework. In some cases, students may be able to enter LSC-PA before completing high school. A recommendation from the high school principal or the approval of the LSC-PA department head may allow a student to enter into certain courses of study.
The TASP requirements must be met by every student as well, meaning the test in reading, math and writing must be taken by all entering students. SAT or ACT test scores may be submitted in lieu of entrance tests.
To receive federal aid, students must complete the FAFSA, which will determine eligibility for a number of programs. Pell Grants and Stafford Loans, as well as PLUS loans for parents, may be available, along with supplementary grants. Texas residents have access to a number of awards under the TEXAS Grant Program. In addition, more than 300 scholarships are awarded annually by LSC-PA, varying between need-based scholarships and those based on academic excellence.
Students may also have access to work-study programs if they qualify under the FAFSA, allowing them to work on campus to help pay for living expenses.
While student residence halls are not an option for Lamar State students, a visit to the Student Activities Office on campus will reveal a number of extracurricular activities on the table. The Student Government Association is located in the same building. Other clubs include the Allied Health Sciences Society, the History Club, the Professional Cosmetology Association, the Baptist Student Ministry, the Diversity Club, the International Association of Administration Professionals, the LSC-PA Speech and Debate Team and Legal Assistant Student and School Organization, or LASSO.
Lamar State students can take part in the school
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