Tuition and Fees

Tuition is calculated based on the number of semester credit hours which the student registers. It is determined by the student’s classification as a Texas resident, a non-resident U.S. citizen or a nonresident who is a citizen of another country. Students also are responsible for paying several fees that support college services and programs. The tuition rate varies based upon the residency status of a student.

Tuition rate for resident and non-resident students.
Student Type Rate
Texas resident $50 per SCH
Non-Texas resident $470 per SCH
Designated Tuition (Texas and Non-Texas Resident) $30 per SCH

Summary of Expenses

Each student must plan a budget carefully. It is possible to attend Lamar State College Port Arthur on a modest sum and yet participate in most of the College programs. To assist in planning expenses, the following estimate is furnished as a guide.

Texas resident enrolled in 15 semester credit hours:

 
Tuition and Fees Amount
Tuition $1,200.00
Student Services Fee $75.00
Student Center Fee $30.00
Institutional Service Fee $465.00
Parking Fee (optional) $40.00
Books $210.00
TOTAL: $2020.00

Texas resident enrolled in 6 semester credit hours:

 
Tuition and Fees Amount
Tuition $480.00
Student Services Fee $30.00
Student Center Fee $12.00
Institutional Service Fee $186.00
Parking Fee (optional) $40.00
Books $84.00
TOTAL $832.00

View the current catalog for detailed information on Tuition and Fees.