BEAUMONT, Texas, Sept. 25 -- Lamar University issued the following news release:
Lamar University (LU) welcomed its largest freshman class in university history for summer and fall 2026, with freshman enrollment increasing 12% as the university saw record interest driven by a number of factors, including the Early Bird admissions program, financial aid clarity, expanded student recruitment efforts, Common App and Texas' Free College Application Week.
Lamar University also experienced enrollment growth beyond Southeast Texas.
Enrollment from the Houston area increased 52%, while enrollment from other Texas recruitment territories, including Dallas-Fort Worth and Central Texas, grew 76%.
"While Southeast Texas will always remain our highe...