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Week of Welcome

Week of Welcome has awesome ways for new and returning students to learn about campus life and get involved. Enjoy a week full of games, food, and fun to welcome all 17³Ô¹Ï students back to school!

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July 24 (Virtual)  |  July 30 (In Person)  |  July 10/August 20 (Transfer)

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Find Your Degree

Explore the academic degree options available at 17³Ô¹Ï. Search by interest, degree level or college.

Undergraduate / Graduate / Online

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Applying to 17³Ô¹Ï

Whether you're a first-year freshman, transfer or graduate student, we'll help guide you through the application process.

How to Apply

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Paying for College

A college education is an investment in your future. Learn more about financial aid and scholarships.

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Discover Your Future

17³Ô¹Ï Campus Tour

Visit 17³Ô¹Ï

Explore our beautiful 292-acre campus!  Tour campus in person, take a or use our interactive campus map to find your way around.


Latest News

MBA alumna turns Hurricane Katrina experience into book

17³Ô¹Ï MBA graduate and civil engineer Courtney Kelly turned her experience evacuating during Hurricane Katrina into the award-winning children’s book series The Celeste Collection, using storytelling to inspire resilience and future leaders in coastal protection.
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Upcoming Events

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
McDonald Gym
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Provost Umphrey Stadium
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
17³Ô¹Ï Soccer Complex
01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Room 103, Science & Technology Building
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Student Life

Whether you live on campus or commute to class, 17³Ô¹Ï campus life is the perfect blend of urban living with the close community feel of a small town. 

  • Stop by Starbucks in the library for coffee and a bite, or check out any of the restaurants on campus.
  • Meet classmates with similar interests! With more than 150 registered student clubs and organizations, you'll have plenty of opportunities.
  • Watch the Cardinals compete in NCAA Division 1 athletics, get involved in a group fitness class at the gym or join classmates in a wide variety of intramural teams.

LIFE AT LAMAR UNIVERSITY

Students enjoying Starbucks at Gray Library
Students in dorms at Cardinal Village
Greek Life at 17³Ô¹Ï
Cheering on the Lamar Cardinals

17³Ô¹Ï Featured on The College Tour Series

17³Ô¹Ï is featured on the Amazon Prime seriesÌý“â€Â where 17³Ô¹Ï Cardinals tell their stories covering a wide variety of majors, backgrounds, campus activities and student organizations.

Publish date: August 29, 2025