Lamar University, TX
School Type
Public
Acceptance Rate
79%
Tuition
$9,901 in-state
$22,141 out-of-state
Eligibility For Public Schools
Unknown
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#231-#300 in National Universities
Scholarships
Academic Excellence Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
$6,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1220
Required Act
25
Mid 50 ACT
13-17
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 440-540
SAT Critical Reading: 420-530
SAT Writing: 400-500
Description
Academic Excellence Scholarships are available to first-time-in-college freshmen (dual credit and AP credit are not disqualifying) with a minimum SAT (CR + M) score of 1150-1290 (test taken Before March 5, 2016) / 1220-1350 (test taken After March 5, 2016) or an ACT score of 25 AND must be ranked in the Top 25%.
Cardinal Elite Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
$8,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
29
Mid 50 ACT
18-23
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 440-540
SAT Critical Reading: 420-530
SAT Writing: 400-500
Description
Cardinal Elite Scholarships are available to first-time-in-college freshmen (dual credit and AP credit are not disqualifying) with a minimum SAT (CR+M) score of 1300 (test taken Before March 5, 2016) / 1360 (test taken After March 5, 2016) or an ACT score of 29 or greater
Honors Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
18-23
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 440-540
SAT Critical Reading: 420-530
SAT Writing: 400-500
Description
The Tom Jones Memorial Fund provides several thousand dollars annually for Honors scholarships. Incoming freshmen will automatically be considered for Honors Scholarships when they apply for the Honors College.
Mirabeau Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Ride plus
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
29
Mid 50 ACT
18-23
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 440-540
SAT Critical Reading: 420-530
SAT Writing: 400-500
Description
The Mirabeau Scholarship is part of LU's Top Scholars Program. Outstanding incoming freshmen with exceptionally strong academic records are invited to apply. Mirabeau Scholars receive a full scholarship for four years covering tuition, fees, room and board, and books. Applicants should be: first-time-in-college freshmen (dual credit and AP credit are not disqualifying) with a minimum SAT (CR + M) score of 1300 (test taken Before March 5, 2016) / 1360 (test taken After March 5, 2016) or an ACT score of 29 and a record of demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, service and/or creative endeavors.
Smith-Hutson Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Ride
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
18-23
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 440-540
SAT Critical Reading: 420-530
SAT Writing: 400-500
Description
Incoming freshmen with established financial need and academic potential are encouraged to apply for the Smith-Hutson Scholarship. This scholarship provides tuition, fees, books, supplies and on- campus room and board. The Smith-Hutson Scholarship Application will be available on December 1st, 2016. The application will be complete upon the receipt of (1) this completed application; (2) high school transcript; (3) financial need documentation including requested tax information; (4) an essay describing career goals; and (5) two letters of recommendation. Students have until Wednesday, March 1st, 2017 to have the application form, essay, letters of recommendation and their high school transcript submitted to our office.
Southeast Texas Legends Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Ride
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
29
Mid 50 ACT
18-23
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 440-540
SAT Critical Reading: 420-530
SAT Writing: 400-500
Description
The Southeast Texas Legends Scholarship is part of LU's Top Scholars Program. Outstanding incoming freshmen are invited to apply. SETX Legends Scholars receive a full scholarship for four years covering tuition, fees, room and board, and books. Applicants should be: first-time-in-college freshmen (dual credit and AP credit are not disqualifying) with a minimum SAT (CR+M) score of 1300 (test taken Before March 5, 2016) / 1360 (test taken Aftr March 5, 2016) or an ACT score of 29 or greater with a record of demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, service and/or creative endeavors. Students must also complete a FAFSA and demonstrate financial need.
Thomas Chrobak, CCFS®
CERTIFIED COLLEGE FUNDING SPECIALIST®
Other
1130 West Lake Cook Road, Buffalo Grove IL, 60089
(847) 737-7533