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Lamar Community College
Lamar, Colorado · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2401 S Main St, Lamar, CO 81052 · Phone: (719) 336-2248 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lamar Community College is a public trade school in Lamar, Colorado, offering cosmetology, CNA, and EMT training, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Lamar Community College has a 54.7% completion rate, below the Colorado state average of 69.2%, with median graduate debt of $8,750 and median earnings of $38,719 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lamar Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants used by 29.1% of students, is available since the school participates in Title IV.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,520 | $37,690 | $59,710 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,690 | $47,380 | $49,920 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,370 | $45,750 | $49,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Colorado (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Lamar Community College is a public trade and career school located in Lamar, Colorado, in a remote town setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can apply for FAFSA funding. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Among its five program families, the most-awarded trade programs are cosmetology schools, CNA classes, and EMT & paramedic training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 54.7%, which is below the Colorado state average of 69.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $8,750, and median earnings ten years after entry were $38,719. About 29.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on credentials in healthcare support and personal-care trades, such as CNA or cosmetology training, given the program mix reported. Whether it fits an adult career-changer specifically is not detailed in the available data beyond program offerings. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review full outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and contact the school directly for enrollment and program-length details not covered in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lamar Community College offers five program families, with the most-awarded trade programs being cosmetology schools (28), CNA classes (19), and EMT & paramedic training (9).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student aid, so students can apply for FAFSA funding, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 54.7%, which is below the Colorado state average of 69.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,750, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $38,719, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (719) 336-2248 or visit https://www.lamarcc.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lamar Community College is a public school, which can affect tuition rates and institutional funding compared to private or for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?127389.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specifically address fit for adult career-changers; the program mix of cosmetology, CNA, and EMT training suggests shorter, hands-on training options, but confirm scheduling and format with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Lamar Community College at (719) 336-2248 or through its website at https://www.lamarcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.