Is Lamar Community College worth it?
Lamar Community College is a public, two-year institution in Lamar, Colorado (small town). It awarded 198 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, equestrian studies and general studies.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$27,176
Median earnings 4 years after
$39,711
Median earnings 10 years after
$38,719
Average net price
$9,161
Completion rate
55%
Completions (2024)
198
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
400
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $25,669 | $36,841 | 19 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Science Technologies/Technicians, Other | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Construction Trades, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Construction Trades, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 28 |
| General Studies | Associate | 27 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | Associate | 18 |
| Equestrian/Equine Studies | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 17 |
| Construction Trades, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 12 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 11 |
| Equestrian/Equine Studies | Associate | 10 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 9 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 9 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 9 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 39% | 779 |
| Educational Services | 9% | 179 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 165 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 111 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 102 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 95 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4% | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 4% | 76 |
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Sources: federal figures for Lamar Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
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