Lamson College (Closed 2025)

875 W. Elliot Road Suite 206
Tempe, AZ 85284

School Highlights

Lamson College served 12 students (100% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 1:1 was lower than the state community college average of 36:1.
Minority enrollment was 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was less than the state average of 60%.

School Overview

Lamson College
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 years (below associate)
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
18 staff
64 staff

Student Body

Total Enrollment
12 students
3,480 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
36:1
# Full-Time Students
12 students
941 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
12 students
941 students
% Unknown races
100%
4%
Diversity Score
0.00
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
61%
57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,700
$29,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
65%
80%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,233
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,457
$4,500
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

In what neighborhood is Lamson College located?
Lamson College is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.

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