Lamar University is a member of the Texas State University System, and is nationally recognized as a Carnegie Doctoral Research University. It is rated as one of the best educational values in the state of Texas and in North America based on its average cost to students.
The Department of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education (DSDE), acclaimed as a pioneer and nationally recognized bilingual program in the field of deaf education and deaf studies, leads in innovation in education, research and service to Deaf individuals.
DSDE cultivates and inspires students with research base innovative learning opportunities to become scholars, service providers and advocates.
DSDE is an accredited member of the Council on Education of the Deaf.