Lamar Community College

What Lamar Community College does

Lamar Community College (LCC) is a public two-year community college located in Lamar, Colorado, operating as a member institution of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). The college delivers associate degrees, certificates, and non-credit continuing education across academic transfer pathways, occupational CTE programs, and workforce training, both in person and via online/distance learning. Its core technology stack is system-shared: Desire2Learn (D2L Brightspace) for LMS, Ellucian CRM Recruit for admissions, Banner ERP for student records, and Handshake for career services — none proprietary to LCC.

The college's defining differentiator is its internationally recognized Horse Training & Management (HTM) and Equine Business Management (EBM) programs, anchored by a 40-acre Equine Complex (90'x210' indoor arena, 64 box stalls, 2024 cutting pen) that processes roughly 90 two-year-old colts and 30 advanced training horses per year from breeders across multiple states. Beyond equine, LCC operates a diversified portfolio of occupational programs — Precision Agriculture (GIS, GNSS, drones, FAA Part 107), Agriculture, Allied Health/Nursing/EMT, Behavioral Health, Cosmetology & Barber, Construction Trades, Business, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Renewable Energy, Sports & Exercise Science, Welding, and the inclusive Cultivate at LCC program for students with intellectual disabilities.

Revenue mechanics are those of a public community college: per-credit tuition (in-state, out-of-state, CO Online), state and federal appropriations and grants (Pell, Skill Advance Grant, Workforce Resilience), auxiliary services (housing, dining, fitness, virtual bookstore, cosmetology salon), private donations via the Lamar Community College Foundation and Runnin' Lopes Booster Club, plus equine-specific transaction revenue (annual Lamar Legacy Horse Sale via La Junta Livestock Commission and DVAuction, equine merchandise via CashNet). GTM is hybrid — sales-led admissions (Ellucian CRM, advisor-assigned onboarding), event-driven (Riding Interview Days, campus visits, Career Fair), community-led (K-12 concurrent enrollment/ASCENT, civic engagement), and direct-to-consumer (multilingual website, social, email).

Name

Lamar Community College

Legal name

Lamar Community College

Website

https://lamarcc.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1937

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Lamar Community College is a public two-year community college in southeastern Colorado, part of the Colorado Community College System, serving rural and international students through associate degrees, certificates, and workforce programs — most notably its internationally recognized Horse Training & Management program on a 40-acre Equine Complex.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education (Higher Education / Career and Technical Education)

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Junior Colleges (611210), Junior Colleges (61121), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Associate degree programs
• Equine science training
• Career technical education
• Adult basic education

Headquarters

HQ city

Lamar

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and fees: Tuition and fees assessed per credit hour for in-person, hybrid, and online courses; differentiated for in-state vs out-of-state and standard term vs CO Online sessions. Supports resident, non-resident, international, and concurrent enrollment students.
2. State and federal appropriations/grants: Public funding as a member of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS), plus federal financial aid (Pell, work-study, loans) and state-level grants including the Skill Advance Grant for workforce training and Workforce Resilience Program funding.
3. Adult Career Educational Center fees: One-time $50 fee for the tuition-free Adult High School Diploma program serving adults without a U.S. high school diploma, authorized by Colorado Senate Bills 23-007 and 24-51.
4. Equine program and Lamar Legacy Horse Sale revenue: Revenue from the Equine Complex operations including horse program tuition, sale of trained horses at the annual Lamar Legacy Horse Sale (live auction facilitated by La Junta Livestock Commission via DVAuction), tack and merchandise sales (Equine Club Merchandise through CashNet), and breeder-supplied training fees.
5. Auxiliary services: On-campus residence living, dining, fitness center (including SilverSneakers), virtual bookstore (Barnes & Noble College), and external room rentals revenue streams.
6. Private donations and foundation support: Fundraising through the Lamar Community College Foundation, 'Invest in LCC' giving, Runnin' Lopes Booster Club, and alumni relations to support scholarships, programs, and facilities.
7. Community education and professional development: Non-credit courses, professional development, career training, and personal enrichment offerings delivered through the Community Education program and the Workforce/Community division.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels9 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Lamar Community College is a public two-year community college delivering affordable credit-bearing academic transfer degrees, occupational associate degrees, career and technical certificates, and adult basic education, delivered in-person, hybrid, and fully online through the CO Online program. Its flagship offerings are the Horse Training & Management and Equine Business Management A.A.S. degrees, supported by a 40-acre Equine Complex, alongside programs in Precision Agriculture, Allied Health/EMT, Nursing, Behavioral Health, Construction Trades, Welding, Cosmetology & Barber, Business, Early Childhood Education, Criminal Justice, and Renewable Energy Technologies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Horse Training & Management (HTM) Program Two-year A.A.S. occupational program with a fall-only entry point combining colt-starting, advanced western riding, and a professional trainer internship; stacks into Fundamental Horse Training, Starting Colts, and Advanced Horsemanship certificates. Includes mandatory Riding Interview Day.
• Equine Business Management (EBM) Program A.A.S. degree blending horsemanship with business/marketing skills (breeding, reproduction, sales, rehabilitation, vet med support) and an industry internship; pairs with an Equine Business Management certificate.
• Agriculture Program (Production Management, Agriculture Business, Soil & Crop Sciences, Animal Science) A.A.S., A.S., and A.G.S. tracks plus Agriculture, Precision Agriculture, and Veterinary Science certificates; received the 2018 Outstanding Postsecondary Program Award for Colorado Agricultural Education.
• Precision Agriculture Program Certificate integrating GIS applications, GNSS satellite guidance, auto-steer, and unmanned aircraft systems (drones); prepares students for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot license.
• Allied Health Programs (CNA, EMT-Basic, EMT-Advanced) Nurse Aide and Emergency Medical Technician Basic and Advanced certificates preparing students for the NNAAP and National Registry EMT exams; includes American Heart Association CPR.
• Behavioral Health Program (A.A.S. + Microcredentials) A.A.S. plus five stackable microcredentials: Addiction Recovery Assistant, Behavioral Health Assistant II, Behavioral Health Plus, Patient Navigator, and Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant.
• Business Program (Accounting, Business, Information Technology, Marketing Technology Specialist) A.A., A.A.S., and certificates including Tax Help CO (ACC 132/133) training; IT and Marketing Technology Specialist certificates prepare for remote IT support and SMB marketing roles.
• Cosmetology & Barber Career Academy A.A.S. and certificates in Cosmetology, Barber, Hair Stylist, and Nail Technician approved by the Colorado State Office of Barbers and Cosmetology; training delivered in the LCC Salon.
• Construction Trades Program A.A.S. plus stackable Essentials, Interior Building, Exterior Building, and Mastery certificates; curriculum includes OSHA 10HR card preparation and hands-on building projects.
• Early Childhood Education Program Early Childhood Entry and Director certificates meeting Colorado state-designated requirements for child care and preschool teaching roles.
• Criminal Justice Program A.A. in Criminal Justice articulated with CSU-Pueblo; prepares students for law enforcement, corrections, probation/parole, homeland security, and courts careers.
• Adult Career Educational Center (Adult High School Diploma) Tuition-free Adult High School Diploma program serving adults without a U.S. high school diploma, with a one-time $50 fee; classes meet weekday evenings in person with 4 math, 3 English, and 3 civics credits.
• Cultivate at LCC Comprehensive Higher Education Certificate program for students with intellectual disabilities featuring person-centered planning, personalized academic advising, peer mentoring, supported campus engagement, career exploration, and internship/employment opportunities.
• CO Online (Fully Online Programs) Fully online credit-bearing program delivery through the CCCS Desire2Learn LMS, enabling students to complete associate degrees and certificates remotely.
• Community Education (Non-Credit Courses) Non-credit courses in professional development, career training, and personal enrichment delivered through the Community Education program and Workforce/Community division.
• Innovate & Make Space at the Betz Technology Center Makerspace and small-business resource in partnership with the Colorado SBDC, open to students and community members with offerings and rates listed on the Innovate & Make Space page.
• LCC Cosmetology Salon (Student Salon) Full-service student salon open to the LCC community and the public, providing real-world client experience for cosmetology, barbering, and nail tech students.
• Lamar Legacy Horse Sale Annual public horse auction (since the 1970s) featuring LCC student-trained colts and specialty horses; livestreamed and hosted on DVAuction with previews and live bidding on-site at the LCC Equine Complex.
• LCC Equine Complex (Training Facility) 40-acre equine grounds including a 90'x210' indoor arena, 64 box stalls, two 150'x300' outdoor arenas, ten round pens, a foaling barn (30 stalls), and a 120-foot cutting pen added in spring 2024; supports HTM/EBM instruction and the annual Lamar Legacy Horse Sale.

Quantifiable outcome

• 21.1 million US agriculture and food sector jobs (USDA 2021) - target industry for Agriculture Production Management and Precision Agriculture graduates
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Higher Learning Commission (HLC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerHLC is LCC's institutional accreditor (230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604; 800.621.7440). Accreditation is foundational for federal financial aid eligibility, credit transfer, and degree recognition.
• Colorado Community College System (CCCS)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLCC operates as part of the Colorado Community College System, sharing infrastructure including LopeAccess (portal.cccs.edu), Desire2Learn LMS, Ellucian CRM Recruit, Banner ERP, and owa.cccs.edu email. Parent Information and other statewide forms are routed through cccs-hflgi.formstack.com.
• Colorado State University - PueblocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArticulation agreement with the Criminal Justice A.A. program - LCC students transferring to CSU-Pueblo enter as juniors, with all courses earned at LCC with a grade of 'C' or higher transferring.
• University of Colorado DenvercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArticulation / transfer pathway for the Elementary Education TPREP A.A. (Transfer to CU Denver only), enabling students to transfer directly into CU Denver's teacher preparation program.
• Colorado Mesa University (CMU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArticulation / transfer pathway for the Elementary Teacher Education A.A. (Transfer to CMU only).
• Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-developed and co-launched the Innovate & Make Space at the Betz Technology Center, with a soft opening announced February 17, 2026. The SBDC co-hosts the makerspace to support entrepreneurs and small businesses.
• Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCDHE officially recognized LCC as a First-Generation Serving Institution and oversees state policy that authorizes the Adult Career Educational Center (High School Diploma) program via Senate Bills 23-007 and 24-51 with State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education approval.
• La Junta Livestock CommissioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFacilitates the annual Lamar Legacy Horse Sale (Saturday May 2, 2026 in Lamar, CO) and supports the live auction operations for student-trained performance and ranch horses.
• AAC&U (Association of American Colleges & Universities)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThree LCC college staff members are participating in the AAC&U New Leadership Academy Fellows Program, a leadership development partnership for emerging higher education leaders.
• Barnes & Noble CollegeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOperates the official LCC Virtual Bookstore at lamarcc.bncollege.com, providing course materials and merchandise to students.
• CashNet (Cashnet Commerce)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPowers the Equine Club Merchandise storefront (commerce.cashnet.com/LCC_EBM_Apparel) for branded apparel and merchandise sales.
• ElluciancoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides the CRM Recruit platform powering LCC's online admissions, application management, and prospective-student inquiry workflow (lamarcc.elluciancrmrecruit.com).
• Four Sixes Ranch (6666 Ranch)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHost site for EBM student internships in equine reproduction and ranch management. Per a student testimonial, the Texas Tech Equine Business Management instructor completed a prestigious internship in the horse division at the Four Sixes Ranch, and LCC alumni have started colts for the 6666 ranch in Guthrie, Texas.
• Lamar Community College FoundationflagshipOthersThe Foundation (linked under 'Invest in LCC') is LCC's primary fundraising vehicle, accepting private donations and supporting scholarships, programs, and facilities; complemented by the Runnin' Lopes Booster Club and Alumni Relations.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Otero College: Sister CCCS institution also in southeastern Colorado (La Junta) with similar rural, workforce-focused programming and overlapping service territory; most directly comparable institutional peer.
• Sheridan College: Wyoming community college with equine science, agriculture, and trade programs; similar rural, ranching-economy catchment and co-curricular rodeo/horse culture.
• Trinidad State College: Another CCCS institution in southern Colorado offering similar occupational and trades programs (welding, construction, nursing) to a comparable rural population; shares CCCS infrastructure and accreditation.
• Casper College: Larger Wyoming community college with a nationally recognized equine studies program, rodeo team, and similar hands-on CTE approach; comparable in mission though larger in scale.
• Black Hawk College: Illinois community college with a notable equine science program and western riding curriculum, demonstrating LCC's peer set among Midwestern two-year equine programs.
• Miles Community College: Small rural Montana community college offering occupational programs (equine, agriculture, nursing) with a comparable enrollment scale and rodeo/equestrian culture similar to LCC's horse programs.
• Feather River College: California rural community college with a well-regarded equine science and rodeo program, mirroring LCC's integration of equine into a small college identity.
• Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell: Regional community college serving rural eastern New Mexico with occupational programs including aviation, automotive, and healthcare; comparable rural two-year institution in a similar agricultural economy.
• Northeastern Junior College: Colorado rural community college in Sterling with livestock and agriculture programs, equestrian/rodeo teams, and a similar small-town enrollment profile; comparable mission and program mix.

Broad incumbents

• Colorado State University-Pueblo: Regional four-year university in southern Colorado that is also a CCCS articulation partner for LCC's Criminal Justice A.A.; functions as a transfer destination rather than direct competitor, providing upward pathway value.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LamarComCollege
• Facebookfacebook.com/197149150316268
• Instagraminstagram.com/lamarcommunitycollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lamar-community-college

Compliance13 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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