Lamar University is a public university located in Beaumont, Texas, with a 270-acre campus that offers small classes and a chance to build lasting friendships with peers and professors. The university offers 63 undergraduate, 47 master’s, and nine doctoral degree programs, as well as access to opportunities for scholarships, undergraduate research, and study abroad programs. Lamar University’s students have performed research for NASA and flown experiments on NASA reduced-gravity flights. The Cardinals participate in more than a dozen NCAA Division I sports, and the university has state-of-the-art facilities for learning, playing, dining, and living. Lamar University has a rich history that dates back to its founding as South Park Junior College in 1923, and it joined the Texas State University System in 1995. Students interested in applying for admission, financial aid, and scholarships can visit Lamar University’s website.