by our College Data Analytics TeamWant the scoop on Lamar Institute of Technology? We have put together a comprehensive report on the school that covers what majors Lamar Institute of Technology offers, how the school ranks, how diverse it is, and much more.
Lamar Institute of Technology awards degrees and credentials ranging from certificates up to its highest offering, the associates.
| Degree Level | Offered |
|---|---|
| Certificate | ✓ |
| Associate | ✓ |
| Bachelor’s | — |
| Master’s | — |
| Doctorate | — |
Completions: 2,144 undergraduate (2,144 total)
The most popular majors at Lamar Institute of Technology, measured by the number of graduates, are listed below.
| Most Popular Majors | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Multi-Disciplinary Studies | 1,072 |
| Precision Metal Working. | 113 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | 103 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 79 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 74 |
These majors at Lamar Institute of Technology report the highest average early-career salaries for their graduates.
| Highest-Paying Majors | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | $67,641 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | $57,416 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | $56,195 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | $53,372 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | $48,095 |
The majors at Lamar Institute of Technology are organized below by area of study, with graduates, average salary, and specializations for each.
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Disciplinary Studies | 1,072 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. ↳ Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. · Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist. · Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician. · Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). |
73 | $40,481 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. ↳ Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician. · Health/Health Care Administration/Management. |
61 | NA |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. ↳ Dental Hygiene/Hygienist. |
22 | $53,372 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | 19 | NA |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. ↳ Pharmacy Technician/Assistant. |
5 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. ↳ Instrumentation Technology/Technician. |
60 | $67,641 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. ↳ Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician. |
44 | NA |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. ↳ Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician. |
27 | NA |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. ↳ Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General. |
22 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working. ↳ Welding Technology/Welder. |
113 | $32,858 |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. ↳ Criminal Justice/Police Science. |
74 | $56,195 |
| Fire Protection. ↳ Fire Science/Fire-fighting. |
31 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. ↳ Chemical Technology/Technician. |
103 | $48,095 |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. ↳ General Studies. |
79 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. ↳ Business Administration and Management, General. |
35 | NA |
| Real Estate. | 17 | NA |
| Accounting and Related Services. ↳ Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. |
14 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician, General. ↳ Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician. · Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician. |
58 | NA |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. ↳ Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician. |
5 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. ↳ Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. |
29 | NA |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. ↳ Institutional Food Workers. |
21 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. ↳ Child Care Provider/Assistant. |
41 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analysis. ↳ Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst. |
31 | NA |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 4 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Design and Applied Arts. ↳ Graphic Design. |
28 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. ↳ Biology/Biological Sciences, General. |
25 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. ↳ Lineworker. |
24 | $57,416 |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. ↳ Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. |
6 | NA |
| Major | Graduates | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Public Administration. | 1 | NA |
Footnotes
*The racial-ethnic minorities count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students at the school to obtain the racial-ethnic minorities percentage.
References
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