Welcome to the Texas Academy! To apply, you must:
*Though LU is following the test-optional policy; we consider standardized test scores as an additional data point in reviewing your application materials.
Priority Deadline: June 1
Apply to Lamar University online by creating a new account at
On your application, select:
You may choose a one-year or two-year experience.
We will review your ApplyTexas application and reach out to you.
We will send you a link to apply to the academy after we receive your ApplyTexas application.
You will need to submit these materials:
We review applications on a rolling basis at least once per week. You must provide all application materials before we can determine eligibility and set up an interview with you.
Application reviews may take up to 2-3 weeks to process for an admissions decision.
You are responsible for ensuring we receive any updates to your application, for any reason, particularly if you receive standardized test scores or grades that were not included on your original application. Please follow up with us at texas.academy@lamar.edu, with "Update" in the subject line of your email.
We wish you the best and hope you will join our LU Cardinals!
BEFORE YOU ENTER THE TEXAS ACADEMY
Customize Your High School Education
An endorsement is a way to customize your high school education to suit your interests. In ninth grade, Texas high school students have the option of choosing among five endorsements. Students who plan to attend the Texas Academy can take advantage of endorsements to help them prepare for their future degree path. This is not a requirement for prospective Texas Academy students, only an opportunity that might help you design your own path of college and career readiness.