What division is Lamar?

Lamar competes at the NCAA Division I FCS level in the Southland.

What GPA do you need for Lamar?

The average GPA at Lamar is 3.2. A competitive GPA is recommended for this program.

Lamar has an enrollment of approximately 8,150 students in a urban setting.

What is the acceptance rate at Lamar?

Lamar has an acceptance rate of 86%.

How do I get recruited to play at Lamar?

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Lamar

Beaumont, TXFCSSouthland

HSIVisit athletics site

NCAA Division I FCS

Division

8,150

Enrollment

3.2

Avg GPA

86%

Acceptance

37%

Graduation

62%

Retention

Lamar is a NCAA Division I FCS program competing in the Southland. Located in Beaumont, TX with an enrollment of 8,150 students. Average GPA: 3.2. Acceptance rate: 86%. Graduation rate: 37%. Urban campus setting. Warm climate. HSI designated institution. Explore football, basketball, and track & field recruiting data, coaching staff, and Fit Score matching on RawRecruit.

Last updated: April 2026

Academics

Avg GPA

3.2

Graduation

37%

Acceptance

86%

Student:Faculty

20:1

Avg SAT

1,040

Retention

62%

Campus & Location

Setting

Urban

Climate

Warm

Median Earnings

$47,077

Coaching Staff23 coaches across all sports

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About Lamar Athletics

Lamar is a NCAA Division I FCS athletic program located in Beaumont, TX, competing in the Southland. With an enrollment of 8,150 students, Lamar offers a mid-size campus environment for student-athletes. Whether you're a football player, basketball player, or track & field athlete, Lamar has programs and coaching staff across multiple sports.

The average GPA for athletes at Lamar is 3.2. The school maintains a 37% graduation rate.

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