How to Apply to Lamar University

READY TO JOIN THE FLOCK?

Start your flight path today. Choose the type of admission you are seeking, and learn about the admissions requirements.

Freshman

Apply as a freshman if you are a high school senior or if you graduated high school/GED but never attended a college or university.

Freshman

Transfer

Apply as a transfer student if you have previously enrolled at another college or university after graduation from high school.

Transfer

Graduate

Apply as a graduate student if you have already earned a bachelor's and are seeking a certificate, master's or doctoral degree.

Graduate

International

Apply as an international student if you want to attend Lamar University with citizenship from a country outside the U.S.

International

Online

Select this option if you are seeking admission for a program offered in a fully-online format.

Online

Other Applicants

If you are seeking another type of admission including post-degree, fully-online, or non-degree seeking, select this option.

Other Applicants

Application Deadlines

Spring 2025

Domestic: December 26

International: December 1

Summer 2025

Domestic: May 8

International: April 15

Fall 2025

Domestic: July 31

International: July 1

Meet Your Admissions Counselor

Curious about Lamar but don’t know where to start? Our admissions counselors are here to help. Get all your questions answered so you can make the best decision about your future.

Meet Your Admissions Counselor

Already Applied?

If you've applied and haven't received your college acceptance letter, you can check your admission status online.

Check Admissions Status

See For Yourself

Want to see what Lamar has to offer? Learn everything Lamar University has to offer during an in-person visit.

Plan Your Visit

Tuition & Aid

Each year, LU provides more than $20 Million in assistance to students. Find opportunities to help pay for college.

Paying for College

Already Accepted to Lamar University?

Congratulations and welcome to the Cardinal Community!
You are part of a group of accomplished students who will make great things happen and shape the future at LU, in Southeast Texas and the world.

Next Steps for Accepted Students