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FINANCIAL AID RATE

96%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

18:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

2

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,702

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Lamar Community College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Colorado colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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Lamar Community College

5707 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO

Lamar Community College is a two year community college that was established in 1937. The college is committed to providing its students with transfer programs that allow them to attend four-year institutes of higher learning. It also offers courses that meet the needs of students in all fields. Developmental courses are offered to help with basic academic skills. The college offers an environment that breeds successful learners.

The school is located in southeastern Colorado. The college aims to serve the needs of Kiowa, Prowers, and Cheyenne Counties. It offers unique programs that make it an excellent setting for one’s educational experience. Tuition is affordable at $183 per credit for Colorado residents. Non-resident tuition is $223 per credit.

 

 

Many graduates have gone onto success in their respective fields. The college’s alumni include business people, an Academy Award nominee, and professional athletes. Lamar Community College is dedicated to helping students maximize their potential and succeed in our ever-changing world.

The college offers many options when it comes to Associate degree programs. Programs are offered in business, French, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Spanish. Associate Science degrees are offered in Mathematics, Psychology, and Soil and Crop Sciences.

Lamar Community College offers a strong athletic program. The college employs a dedicated team and has recently constructed new athletic facilities. Collegian sports programs are offered in baseball, basketball, golf, rodeo, soccer, softball, and volleyball. The school’s facilities include an outstanding Wellness Center and a top notch athletic complex. Student athletes have access to health facilities and a first-class fitness center.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lamar Community College offers an associate's degree program in liberal arts.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male10
Female29

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black2
Hispanic15
White18
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien3

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at Lamar Community College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates Lamar Community College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Lamar Community College may provide services to students like:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

Lamar Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Rodeo