Learn online, on campus or both
Lamar University is one of the first universities in the world to offer online courses and are a leader in this area of higher education. With more than 1,500 classes being offered this Fall 2020 semester and approximately 100 programs of study, you can choose to learn online, on campus or a combination of both.
“We have 4,000 graduate education students online across eight different areas and another 3,500 graduate and undergraduate students totally online.”
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Flexible Learning with Full-Time Faculty
On Campus
You will have small classes where your instructor will know your name and care about you and your education. We are taking full precautions with masks required in the classroom and social distancing measures across campus.
Online and/or On Campus
Online stuD.E.nts have access to the same help as on campus students, including library enhanced learning platforms, tutoring, coaching and advising.
Online
Learn from one of the first universities to offer online education in the world! Study online where your classes are flexible to your schedule and learning style.
Degrees and Courses
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April 14, 2020
Lamar University’s online bachelor’s degree in sociology (also available on campus) and online bachelor’s in criminal justice (also available on campus) in the top most affordable online bachelor degree programs in the country.
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This program also available on campus.
This program also available on campus.
This program also available on campus.
LU’s Alumni Keep Kids Learning During the Pandemic
Lamar University has 90,000 alumni and 12,000 of those are in education. These educators have assumed leadership roles during the pandemic ensuring children across the nation continue their educational pursuits despite the challenges.
“A few schools and educators began reaching out to me mid to late February asking for help on designing their emergency plans for teaching and learning,” said Ayala. “Knowing that I had the preparation and knowledge to be able to support them was very helpful in my own journey to make sense of this situation."
Alline Ayala
Hudson Middle School
Austin, Texas
“We had been researching systems for several years and planned to bring the top companies back this spring for implementation in 18 months,” said Barbara Ybarra, associate superintendent of teaching and learning. “We got the system purchased within the first week and had it enrolling students by the second.”
Barbara Ybarra
Bryan ISD
Bryan, Texas
"As a result of being an online student at LU, I kept communication clear and concise, made all assignments phone friendly in the beginning and didn’t get fancy until we had everyone going in the right direction,” said Guthrie. “I've received good feedback from our community with how we rolled out our distance learning."
Stu Guthrie
Bush Middle School
San Antonio, Texas