Use the figures below to see the per-credit-hour cost for part-time students at Lamar Community College, plus the regular full-year tuition and fees for context.
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Part-time undergraduates from in state pay $169 for each credit hour. Out-of-state part-time students pay $282 per credit hour.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $169 | $282 |
Keep in mind that the per-credit-hour rate is the sticker price and does not factor in any grant aid or scholarships a student may qualify for.
For reference, here is the full-year tuition and fee breakdown for full-time undergraduates at Lamar Community College are listed below.
Required fees account for came to $492 in-state and $492 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,058 | $6,768 |
| Fees | $492 | $492 |
| Total | $4,550 | $7,260 |
These costs reflect one year of tuition and fees and leave out room and board.
Below is how tuition at Lamar Community College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $3,680 | $6,136 |
| Two Years Ago | $3,754 | $6,258 |
| One Year Ago | $3,941 | $6,571 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,058 | $6,768 |
Most recently, out-of-state tuition climbed 3.0%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $7,477 next year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
When you map out how you’ll pay for college, build in expected annual increases so rising costs don’t blow up your plan.
The per-credit-hour price is only the beginning of the cost story — aid and scholarships can meaningfully lower the real cost.
For information on financial aid at Lamar Community College, check out the Lamar Community College Financial Aid page.
If you’re weighing full-time enrollment, see the Lamar Community College Tuition & Fees page.