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Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, Texas · Public technical college
Address: 855 E Lavaca, Beaumont, TX 77705 · Phone: (409) 880-8321 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lamar Institute of Technology is a public trade school in Beaumont, TX offering welding, medical billing & coding, and radiology programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Lamar Institute of Technology has a 31.4% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $13,076 and median earnings of $38,991 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; Title IV federal financial aid is accepted, and about 26.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Medical records specialists | $34,440 | $48,860 | $63,970 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,380 | $56,080 | $71,870 |
| Electrical power-line installers and repairers | $46,760 | $78,940 | $99,110 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Dental hygienists | $71,530 | $99,240 | $107,320 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $40,930 | $58,810 | $70,400 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,920 | $45,900 | $48,960 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $30,320 | $37,260 | $44,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 83 | $32,858 | $44,384 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $57,416 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 26 | $40,481 | $37,208 | $12,494 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $53,372 | $50,439 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $40,481 | $37,208 | $12,494 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $40,481 | $37,208 | $12,494 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Lamar Institute of Technology is a public trade and career school located in Beaumont, Texas. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and it holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across its 17 program families, the campus awards the most completions in welding (93), medical billing & coding (51), and radiology & sonography (42).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 31.4%, which is below the state average of 63.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,076, and median earnings ten years after entry were $38,991. About 26.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 3,055 undergraduates enrolled and 353 trade completers, in a midsize city setting, this campus offers a mix of short-term certificate programs and longer technical tracks across fields like welding, dental hygiene, diesel and auto mechanics, cosmetology, and EMT training. Career changers and adults returning to school may find the range of program families useful for comparing shorter certificate options against longer associate-level tracks, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers 17 program families including welding, medical billing & coding, radiology & sonography, culinary, lineman, cosmetology, dental hygiene, diesel and auto mechanics, pharmacy tech, and EMT training. The top programs by completions are welding (93), medical billing & coding (51), and radiology & sonography (42).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 26.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 31.4%, which is below the state average of 63.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $13,076, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $38,991, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (409) 880-8321 or visit lit.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents compared to for-profit schools, though exact cost figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review accreditation and outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441760, or contact the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short-term certificate and longer technical programs across trades like welding, dental hygiene, and mechanics, which may suit adults comparing program lengths, though specific fit depends on individual program details not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (409) 880-8321 for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lamar Institute of Technology at (409) 880-8321 or visit https://www.lit.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441760 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.