How do I know if I am exempt from the TSIA requirement?
To know if you are exempt from the TSI requirement, please click here to complete the “Am I Exempt” questionnaire.
What Is the TSI Assessment?
The TSI Assessment (TSIA) is part of the Texas Success Initiative program designed to help determine if you are ready for college-level coursework in the general areas of reading, writing and mathematics. This program also will help determine what type of course or intervention will best meet your needs to help you become better prepared […]
How do I check status of my documents and/or status of my application?
You can always check your admission status at www.lamar.edu/admissions-status.
If I am applying to an undergrad program and my GPA is below 2.00, how can I raise it?
Academic Appeal may be your best option. Discuss your action plan with admissions by emailing luap-ug-admit@lamar.edu.
Can I transfer technical courses?
No. Lamar University does not accept technical coursework as transfer credit.
How do I update my start date, course, major or personal information?
If you have not been accepted to the program, please send an email including your student ID. For graduate students please send an email to luonlineadmissions@lamar.edu. For undergraduate students please send an email to admissions@lamar.edu.
Am I eligible to enroll based on my home state?
To confirm if you are eligible to enroll based on your home state please refer to the Out of State Approval page.
Is financial aid available for students?
Lamar University’s financial advisors work with you to identify all possible resources to fund your education and extend the value of your investment in your degree. We also offer flexible payment options for students who may not qualify for student financing.
When is the deadline to apply for financial aid?
Students are encouraged to apply for financial aid as soon as possible to prevent processing delays. There is no hard deadline; however, student loans cannot be certified after the last class day. Processing time to award student loans takes approximately 2-3 weeks, so students who do not get processed in time may have to pay […]
For how many hours must I be registered?
To apply awarded financial aid to your student account, you must be registered for at least 6 undergraduate hours or 6 graduate hours in a given term. If you are taking more than 1 course per start date, this requirement should be easily met. However, if you are only taking 1 course at a time, […]
Is your school a “header” or “trailer” school?
Lamar University is considered a trailer school. What this means is that the summer session falls at the end of the award year. If you have been awarded the maximum allowable financial aid (including loans), then you will not be eligible for any additional financial aid (grants/loans). All summer financial aid is awarded based on […]
Can students who have not been officially admitted into a program receive financial aid?
Federal regulations prevent students from receiving financial aid until they are officially admitted into a program.
How do Lamar University students apply for federal financial aid?
Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online application at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. Lamar University’s Federal School Code is 003581. Check your Lamar University email to see if additional documents are requested. If your application is correct and complete, it will take approximately two to three weeks to process. If a student has […]
Who determines the amount of my loan?
Lamar University’s Office of Student Financial Assistance will determine the eligibility and the amount of the awards.
How will I be contacted about my student loan?
An email concerning your financial aid will be sent to your MyLamar email address. The Financial Aid Office can be reached by phone at 409-880-7011 if you have any questions.
How do I view my financial aid awards?
Go to www.lamar.edu and click on mylamar. Go to Self-Service Banner. View Required Documents View Award Amounts View Your Bill Step 1: Click Financial Aid Link Step 2: Click Eligibility Link Step 3: Choose Appropriate Aid Year Step 4: Click Student Requirements Step 1: Click Financial Aid Link Step 2: Click Award Link Step 3: […]
Can I receive financial aid if I am enrolled in three hours?
No, you must be six hours in a long semester unless you are an undergraduate and eligible for a Pell Grant.
When will federal student loans be disbursed to first-time freshmen?
First-time freshmen may have a delay in receiving their funds due to the required 30-day delay for loan processing for first-time students.
Why am I not processed for financial aid yet, even though I turned in all of my required documents?
In order to be processed for financial aid, students must be enrolled in their courses. Enrolling in courses at the last minute could cause a delay in the student’s financial aid.
Where can I find additional information about Lamar University’s financial aid process?
To learn more about Lamar University’s financial aid process, visit the Frequently Asked Questions about Financial Aid page.
Will I receive a payment reminder?
The academic department will notify all students via email when enrollment for each session is complete. The payment due date will be included. Finance will email all unpaid students the day after payment due date as a courtesy reminder.
How do I make a payment?
To pay, login to your Self Service Banner. Use your Banner student ID number and your PIN to login. If you need assistance with your Banner ID and/or PIN, please contact the records office at RecordsLUAcademicPartnerships@lamar.edu. Click on the Student account tab. Go under “Student Account Summary by Term.” Click on the red “To make […]
How do I set up third party billing?
If you have qualified for third party tuition reimbursement, you must pay the tuition as enrolled and follow up with the necessary paperwork. For more information, please email Finance at dept_apfinance@lamar.edu with “Third Party Billing” in the subject line to properly identify your request
Are courses dropped for non-payment prior to the start date?
Yes, payment for each course is due seven days prior to the start date. Non-paid courses will be dropped for non-payment two business days prior to the start date.
If my course is dropped for non-payment, can I be reinstated?
Yes. For students in education programs (5 week format) should send a request to luacademic@lamar.edu and for students in all other programs (8 week format) should email their advisor or email onlineadvising@lamar.edu if they are uncertain on who their advisor is.
Is my tuition subject to increase?
Yes, tuition and fees are subject to change without notice by action of the Board of Regents or the Texas State Legislature.
Can I email assignments directly to my instructional associate?
No. The university requires a record of your assignment within the course. Submitting your assignment in the course shows documentation of completing the course requirements.
Will I need to document sources in my assignments?
Yes. Depending on your instructor’s requirements, you will always use either APA (American Psychological Association) or MLA (Modern Language Association) formatting guidelines.
Can I toggle in and out of my exam?
No. Once you click out of an exam, your responses are submitted for auto-grading.
What is scholarly writing?
Scholarly writing is graduate-level work that uses peer-reviewed sources and edited publications, including journals and books.
