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Lamar State College–Port Arthur, also known as LSCPA, is a community college located in Port Arthur, Texas, United States. It was established as Port Arthur Business College in 1909. The main campus consists of more than 20 buildings spread across an area of 40 acres. The college offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. It offers courses for transferring to a four-year university or college. The college also offers continuing education programs.
LSCPA has an active student life. The athletic department sponsors several men’s and women’s sports teams. They are nicknamed the Seahawks. The teams participate in baseball, basketball, and tennis. The campus is home to a variety of clubs and organizations based on the varied interests of the students.
Lamar State Port Arthur is in Port Arthur, TX. Port Arthur is a small city. The school is a public institution. Lamar State Port Arthur issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include nursing and emergency medicine.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 2,325 students study at Lamar State Port Arthur (in 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Lamar State College Port Arthur
1500 Proctor St
Port Arthur, TX 77640
General Phone: (409) 984-6342
http://www.pa.lamar.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 133 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 59 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies, interdisciplinary studies, social services |
| Mechanics and Repair | 49 | automobile mechanics, HVAC |
| Business and Management | 34 | business management, accounting technology, business |
| Medical Administration | 26 | medical secretary |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 25 | cosmetology, facial treatment, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 23 | computer networking, data processing tech, computer programming |
| Medical Support and Technology | 17 | surgical tech |
| Office and Administration | 11 | administrative assistant |
| Law | 9 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Engineering Technician | 8 | electronics tech, occupational safety tech |
| Family and Social Work | 7 | child care provider, family and consumer science |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 6 | chemical tech |
| Therapy and Counseling | 6 | substance abuse counseling |
| Music | 4 | music |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 3 | criminal justice and safety |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 2 | health and physical education |
Number of programs and degrees for Lamar State Port Arthur in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 194 | 26 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 183 | 18 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 45 | 7 |
In 2007-2008, Lamar State Port Arthur had a total enrollment of 2,325 students (1,092 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 51% |
| Black | 29% |
| Hispanic | 13% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 60% |
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 4% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
| Part-Time | 37 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Port Arthur, 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 | $ 4,112 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,542 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,012 |
Financial Aid:
Lamar State Port Arthur participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2348500)
Lamar State Port Arthur has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 13 | 26 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 8 | 11 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 2 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $44,245 | 13 | $48,260 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 4 | $46,229 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $45,127 | 15 | $48,390 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $44,821 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 15 | $38,551 | 21 | $43,036 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 20 | $40,436 | 24 | $43,469 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 14 | 14 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 14 | 14 |
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Chemical Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lamar State Port Arthur Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% |  |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in law (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for open-admission colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning 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 Offers athletic scholarships
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