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The Lamar State College–Orange, popularly referred to as LSC-O, was established in 1969. The college was started as an extension of Lamar University. Academic programs are offered in the fields of communication, computer science, criminal justice, liberal arts, natural science, and others. The institution awards associate’s degrees in science. Continuing education and distance education courses are also available. LSC-O is organized into the following academic divisions:
The Lamar State College–Orange has an active student life. The campus is home to several clubs and organizations based on the varied interests of the students. Among them include the Criminal Justice Society, and the Teachers of Tomorrow. The institution also has a student run literary journal, known as the “Cypress Branches”.
The campus of Lamar State Orange is in Orange, TX, which is a town not far from a more urbanized area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Lamar State Orange include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine and science and laboratory technician.
Its open admissions system makes Lamar State Orange an attractive choice for many applicants.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007, Lamar State Orange had 2,005 students enrolled (1,290 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
Lamar State College Orange
410 Front St
Orange, TX 77630
General Phone: (409) 883-7750
http://www.lsco.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 141 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Business And Management | 47 | business management, business, accounting technology, accounting |
| Liberal Arts | 39 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies, sociology, speech and rhetoric |
| Medical Support And Technology | 30 | dental assistant, pharmacy tech, medical lab tech |
| Medical Administration | 25 | medical secretary |
| Office And Administration | 15 | administrative assistant |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 12 | chemical tech |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 9 | corrections, criminal justice and safety |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 9 | computer and info science |
| Education And Teaching | 7 | education |
| Science | 5 | biology |
| Engineering Technician | 2 | environmental engineering tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Lamar State Orange in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 130 | 17 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 121 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 90 | 9 |
In 2007, Lamar State Orange had a total enrollment of 2,005 students (1,290 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 20% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 12% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 87% |
| Louisiana | 13% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 49 % |
| Part-Time | 53 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Orange, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,776 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,448 |
| Books and supplies | $ 620 |
Financial Aid:
Lamar State Orange participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2358200)
Lamar State Orange has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 8 | 11 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 3 | 7 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 14 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $41,669 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 5 | $43,703 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $50,175 | 5 | $43,778 |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $38,195 | 21 | $38,026 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 16 | $42,424 | 27 | $39,346 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Sociology
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Chemical Technology/Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lamar State Orange Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in science and laboratory technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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