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Lamar University Football

Lamar University (LU) · Beaumont, Texas · Public university

Recognized
NCAA ISouthland Conference
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Acceptance rate86%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate37%finish within six years
Undergraduates17,772Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty20 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Men's Football coaches

Coaches at Lamar University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Lamar University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southland Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
lamarcardinals.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 930–1140
ACTMiddle 50%: 18–25

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Popular majors

AdvertisingAmerican Sign Language (ASL)Apparel and Textiles, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
20 : 1
Graduation rate
37% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Texas residents$6,228
Out-of-state tuition$16,068
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$9,814
Campus

Where it is

Lamar University in Beaumont.

Location
Beaumont, Texas
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
lamar.edu
Overview

About Lamar University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Lamar University (LU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Southland Conference. The program has 18 coaches on staff, led by Pete Rossomando, the Head Coach. Lamar University is a large public school in Beaumont, Texas with 17,772 undergraduates, a 86% acceptance rate and an average net price of $9,814 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Lamar University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachLamar University has 18 coaches for Football, including the Assistant Coach and Graduate Assistant. Email the coach who recruits your position or event, not just the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersDivision I coaches look at your stats, times or film first. Put your best numbers, position and grad year in the subject line.
  3. Show the academic fitAdmitted students typically score 930-1140 on the SAT and 18-25 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  4. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up after a week, and again after your next game or meet with updated numbers.
Email the Lamar University coaches from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Questions

Lamar University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

What division is Lamar University Football?

Lamar University competes in NCAA Division I Football.

What conference is Lamar University Football in?

The Southland Conference.

How many coaches does Lamar University Football have?

18 coaches, led by Pete Rossomando, the Head Coach.

How much does Lamar University cost?

In-state tuition is $6,228 and out-of-state tuition is $16,068 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $9,814.

What is the Lamar University acceptance rate?

86% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Lamar University Football coaches?

Create a free AthleticScholar account to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026