Lamar University Demographics & Diversity Overview

60%
Minority Students
59%
Female Students
0%
International
15
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Lamar University has a diverse student body with 60% students of color and 0% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
39.3%(3,215)
Hispanic
23.4%(1,911)
African American
28.1%(2,297)
Asian
5.5%(453)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%(22)
Pacific Islander
0.0%(1)
Two or More Races
0.5%(37)
Unknown
2.9%(235)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color60%
Total Enrollment16,803
International Students0%

Cultural Engagement

Lamar University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Lamar University has a gender distribution of 59% female students and 41% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
40.7%(3,367)
Women
59.3%(4,897)

Gender Statistics

Men3,367

20% of total enrollment

Women4,897

29% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Lamar University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

51%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Lamar University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 0% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 105% in-state residents, -5% out-of-state students, and 0% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
100.0%(1,443)

Regional Representation

In-State1,443

105% of student body

States Represented

15 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

60%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

59%

Female Students

Global Reach

0%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age