What is the lowest grade Lamar University will accept?
Undergraduate Transfer students can use the Transfer Equivalency Guide to see how specific courses will transfer from your community/junior college. Credit earned at other institutions will be considered for Lamar University credit using these guidelines: All courses – whether passed, failed or repeated – are used to calculate the transfer grade point average, which is […]
What happens if I miss or skip a course?
You will have to wait to take the missed course when it is offered again in the rotation. This will delay your completion date and may delay your graduation date. Any substitutions must receive prior approval by the dean of the appropriate college that houses the course.
What is the process for inquiring about grades, tests or assignments?
First, you will ask your instructional associate for information. If the information is not complete or you need more information, you can email your professor directly.
Will my district receive a transcript of courses as I complete them?
Transcripts can be sent to the student or school district with student permission. Federal law concerning the release of private student information must be followed. Unofficial transcripts can be obtained from a student university account.
Will textbooks be required?
Some courses do require a textbook. In most cases, you will receive advance notice if a textbook is required.
Whom do I contact if I have course content questions?
Please email your instructional associate with course content questions.
Why are GRE scores used, and what is their importance?
GRE scores are one predictor of graduate school success. The scores provide common measures for comparing the qualifications of applicants and aid in evaluating grades and recommendations.
Do I have to take the GRE before I begin the program?
Ideally, yes, for the programs in which the GRE is required. GRE scores should be submitted prior to beginning the program. However, students are allowed to complete up to nine graduate hours without scores. Passing GRE scores must be submitted for students to continue into the fourth course. Deadlines for GRE submission are firm. Students […]
Do I need to take the GRE if I have a master’s degree?
For all degree and certification programs that require it, the GRE is waived for students who provide official transcripts for a conferred master’s degree or equivalent from an accredited United States college or university or an official transcript publishing a qualifying GRE score, in lieu of the GRE.
How should I prepare for the test?
GRE PowerPrep® software is a free download available to help you become familiar with the test. You may also choose to purchase products through a test preparation company.
How often is the test offered?
The test is offered year-round, and most test centers are open five to six days per week. Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Register early to get your preferred test date.
Which GRE test do I take?
Take the computer-based General Test, which includes verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing sections.
What scores are required for full acceptance into the Academic Partnerships master’s degree programs?
For applicants to graduate programs in the College of Education and Human Development, students with a 3.0 GPA or higher in their undergraduate GPA or 3.0 or higher in their last 60 hours of college-level work are admitted unconditionally. Students who do not have the minimum GPA are required to take the GRE. Students required […]
When do I have to take the GRE, and how long will it take for my scores to be received?
Take the GRE right away. Scores take approximately 10-15 business days to be sent after the date requested. You need to complete the test in time for your results to arrive to Lamar University before the payment date for your fourth course. You should allow mailing and processing time, so plan accordingly. Please refer to […]
How do I register for the computer-based GRE General Test?
Online: www.ets.org/gre By phone: Call the test center directly at 1-800-GRE-CALL (1-800-473-2255) Testing locations: lamar.edu/career-and-testing-services/testing/index.html
How are my scores sent to Lamar University?
Request the scores be sent to institution code 6360 for Lamar University. More information is available at the ETS site.
How many times can I take the GRE?
Be sure that you have given yourself plenty of time to prepare for the GRE, including practice tests, preparation classes and study guides. There is no limit to how many times you can take the GRE. You must take it at least twice before you are eligible to submit an appeal.
What can I do if I cannot score the required score on the GRE?
After taking the GRE twice, you may appeal to be admitted on the basis of criteria in lieu of scores that do not meet the GRE requirement for admissions. Be sure you have attempted to take the test at least twice, as appeals will not be reviewed without two submitted scores.
When should I appeal the GRE requirement?
You should send your materials to the appeals committee as soon as possible after your second attempt at the GRE. It may take up to six weeks for your appeal to be processed and for the committee to make a decision about your case. You will be notified by email as soon as the appeals […]
How do I appeal once I have twice scored below the GRE requirement?
If you have taken the GRE test twice and failed to meet the admission requirements, you may wish to appeal. The appeals committee will not review your appeal until your packet is complete. An appeal requires a one-page letter of intent to appeal and copies of your GRE score reports that were mailed to you […]
I am not sure what constitutes supporting materials for my GRE Appeal. What do I do?
Email questions to dept_luacademic@lamar.edu, the email address of the advising and student services team for all College of Education graduate and post-baccalaureate students.
What are some useful GRE resources?
ETS homepage ETS GRE site GRE FAQs hosted by ETS Take the GRE practice test
Can I earn academic credit for my TCLEOSE hours?
Many students with TCLEOSE hours are interested in how they can translate these hours into academic credit. For the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program, up to nine academic hours can be awarded to peace officers who have successfully earned a basic peace officer certificate from an approved TCLEOSE Academy. Students seeking credit should […]
How do I know if my hours are from an approved provider?
A student can confirm that his or her basic peace officer certificate was earned from an approved TCLEOSE Academy by visiting the TCLEOSE website and viewing the various lists of approved providers.
What if I have an associate degree in criminal justice or have already earned credit for these CRIJ courses?
If a student has previously earned academic credit for the CRIJ 1301, CRIJ 1306 and CRIJ 2328 Criminal Justice core requirements, then the hours for these courses have already been satisfied. As a result, his or her TCLEOSE hours will not be used to substitute for these classes.
What credit can I earn for certification beyond the basic peace officer certificate?
Unfortunately, no academic credit can be awarded for TCLEOSE hours earned beyond the basic peace officer certificate. Strict accreditation criteria prevent the Criminal Justice program from approving more than nine academic hours for TCLEOSE hours.
Can I send just my most advanced certificate to receive academic credit?
Unfortunately, no—a student must submit a copy of his or her basic peace officer certificate for evaluation. The TCLEOSE evaluator must be able to confirm that the basic peace officer certificate was earned from an approved TCLEOSE Academy; therefore, submission of the basic peace officer certificate is necessary. Students also need to provide their TCLEOSE […]
Can I earn academic credit for prior work experience in Criminal Justice or a related field?
Beginning in March 2012, students participating in the Lamar University-Academic Partnerships Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program will have an opportunity to earn as many as nine academic credit hours for prior or current work experience. To take advantage of this opportunity, students who have completed six hours of freshman composition (most often […]
What statute authorizes this program?
Texas Education Code 54.208 (as amended by House Bill 2347) passed in 2009, authorizing the Peace Officer Tuition Exemption program.
Who is eligible for the peace officer tuition and laboratory fee exemption?
A person who meets all of the following criteria is eligible: Is employed as a peace officer by Texas or by a political subdivision of Texas Enrolls as an undergraduate in an undergraduate program, including certificate, associate and baccalaureate degrees Enrolls in a criminal justice or law enforcement-related degree program at the institution Is making […]
