Lamar Institute of Technology (LIT) is a public technical college located in Beaumont, Texas, approximately 85 miles east of Houston along the Gulf Coast. The campus, which shares grounds with Lamar University, operates as an independent institution within the Texas State University System and focuses on career and technical education. LIT offers associate degrees and certificates primarily in technical and vocational fields, with notable programs in process operating technology, industrial maintenance, healthcare, and public service. The institute maintains strong connections with the region's petrochemical industry and port operations, providing specialized training programs aligned with local workforce needs. Students can access various campus facilities shared with Lamar University, though LIT primarily operates from its dedicated technical education buildings and laboratories.
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $1,888 |
Other Fees | $924 |
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $6,254 |
Budget for Other Expenses | $6,056 |
Total One Year Cost | $17,042 |
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $1,888 |
Other Fees | $924 |
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $6,254 |
Budget for Other Expenses | $6,056 |
Total One Year Cost | $26,834 |
Subject | Percent of Class |
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Engineering Technology | 25% |
Health Professions | 21% |
Science Technologies | 13% |
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 13% |
Business | 12% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=441760 IPEDS survey data for Lamar Institute of Technology.
Current students may use the Lamar Institute of Technology GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024