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Study in Port Arthur

This guide explains student life in Port Arthur, United States, including an estimated monthly student budget of $1,224, Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters., F-1 Student Visa guidance, 1 universities. Explore verified details for United States below.

Port Arthur, United States
Port Arthur, United States — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$1,224
Climate
Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
Safety score
40/100
English friendliness
100%
Student visa
F-1 Student Visa
Work while studying
Up to 20 hours per week on-campus during the academic term, and full-time during academic breaks.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$775
  • Food$413
  • Transport$10
  • Leisure$26

Rent is for aprivate room in a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom shared suite at Lamar State College Port Arthur.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Highly affordable cost of living compared to major US cities
  • Close-knit campus community at Lamar State College Port Arthur
  • Proximity to the Gulf Coast and outdoor recreational areas

Considerations

  • Limited public transportation options make owning a car almost essential
  • Industrial city environment with a heavy presence of oil refineries
  • Vulnerable to hurricanes and extreme Gulf Coast weather events

Student housing in Port Arthur

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Universities in Port Arthur

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Follows Lamar State College Port Arthur's 2025-2026 published student housing, meal plan, and mandatory semester fees, divided by a standard 4-month semester to calculate monthly USD costs. Figures apply to 2025-2026.

Figures for Port Arthur are taken from the published official student budgets listed below, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2025-2026. Last reviewed September 2026.

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