Start your International Education at Lone Star College
The Office of International Programs at Lone Star College is prepared to provide students with innovative education and customized support, whether in person or virtually, that moves you closer to your long-term goals. To better serve all students and meet the educational needs of the diverse communities in the Houston area, the college has seven campuses. All campuses offer 100 plus full degrees and a complete English as a Second Language/English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL/ESOL) program.
Lone Star College offers robust student experiences through a variety of student organizations and events. International students may also be eligible to participate in our nationally and globally recognized Honors College, as well as National Model United Nations and study abroad programs—all of which include scholarship opportunities.
Announcements
F-1 International Students can now earn a Bachelors Degree
Speak to your advisor for details on earning a Bachelor of Science in Energy, Manufacturing and Trades Management; Bachelor of Applied Technology in Cybersecurity or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Additionally, a Professional Pilot AAS and Professional Pilot Certificate are now available for enrollment.
Enrollment Process
Enrollment at any of our campuses involves four processes: Admissions, Visa Approval, Orientation, and Course Registration.
For questions on F-1 Admission requirements, please see our F-1 Admissions checklist at Lonestar.edu/f1admissions
For other international student admission questions, please email LSC-F1Admissions@lonestar.edu
Get Your International Admissions Packet
With a base tuition of only $6,156 per year, we are an affordable choice for a high-quality, American education.
Campus Contacts
DSO/ISA can guide you to successful completion of your goal at Lone Star College. Use the email addresses below to contact the DSO/ISA at the campus you plan to attend.
LSC-CyFair
CFstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Lidia Hayhurst
LRNC 145C
281-290-5919
LSC-Houston North
FBstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Jose Vela
Fairbanks Center 120G
832-782-5106
LSC-Kingwood
KCstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Cheri-Tee Ben
Student Conference Center 126
281-318-4308
LSC-Montgomery
MCstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Marlyssa Aguirre
Building C, Office 227-B
936-273-7212
LSC-North Harris
NHstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Omar Lazo
Student Services Bldg, Room 108B
281-618-5581
LSC-Tomball
TCstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Zakia Quaderi
South Building, Office S204F
832-782-5106
LSC-University Park
UPstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Mario Juliangarza
Building 12, Office 231-F
281-401-5362
LSC-System Office
LSC-F1Admissions@lonestar.edu
281-401-5317
Questions?
FAQs
Be sure to check our Frequently Asked Questions page for a list of the most common questions asked.
For International Student Admission Questions and to Submit F-1 Application Documents email LSC-F1Admissions@lonestar.edu
DSO/ISA
Contact the Designated School Official/International Student Advisor at the campus you plan to attend.
Student Testimonials
“Lone Star College has the most incredible professors, men and women who are sincerely concerned with my success. This experience has enriched my life beyond measure.”
Corine Boconvi
Graduate with Honors in Research Class of 2017
“Here, I can freely express my own opinion or my thoughts. We study in a small environment. So, we got to interact with each other, with my colleagues and my honors professors. We work together.”
John Nguyen
LSC International Student
"The Honors College has been helpful in shaping my goals at Lone Star College. They provide the assistance I need and are always ready to hear from me and help me with my challenges."
Balkissou Wouna
LSC International Student
Nationally Recognized, Globally Connected
Andrew Heiskell Awards
Lone Star College won the 2014 Heiskell Award for Internationalizing the Community College through the Faculty International Exploration Award. The Institute of International Education's (IIE) Heiskell Awards showcase the most innovative and successful models for internationalization of campuses, study abroad, and international partnership programs in practice today.
Senator Paul Simon Awards
Lone Star College won a 2013 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Campus Internationalization presented by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. The Simon Spotlight Award is intended to highlight specific individual programs and services that are judged to be outstanding and/or especially innovative.
Fulbright U.S. Scholar Top Producer
Lone Star College was a 2012-2013 top Fulbright Scholarship U.S. Scholar Top Producer. The Fulbright Program, the U.S. government's flagship international educational exchange program, is sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State.