Students
To be eligible for a Lone Star College Student ID card, you must be currently enrolled in Lone Star College classes.
- On campus identification and check in for college events
- Access to various in-person services including access to Testing and Assessment Centers, Fitness and Wellness Centers, and Student Recreation Centers.
- To check-out and request books, videos, and more from the Library.
- The back of your card includes a library barcode number that can be used as an alternative method to access online library resources from off-campus.
- Discounts may be available with some cooperating vendors.
When you come to campus to get a student ID, you will need to bring a government-issued photo ID. Examples include: a driver's license, State ID, passport, or military ID.
If you are unable to provide such an ID, contact your campus library and ask about alternative options for identification.
Some campuses may also require additional documentation.
Eligible students can visit any Lone Star College location to get an LSC Student ID card. Locate the campus that you would like to visit to learn where on campus IDs are made and if you will need any additional documents.
| Location | Where to Get an ID Card | What to Bring |
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| LSC-CyFair | Circulation Desk in the Library (LRNC) |
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| LSC-Houston North | Library Services Desk at all locations |
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| LSC-Kingwood | Service Desk in the Learning Commons (Library Building, 1st Floor) |
You will need:
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| LSC-Montgomery | STAR Center Service Desk. |
You will need:
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| LSC-North Harris |
Welcome Center, Student Services Building (1st floor) |
You will need:
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| LSC-Tomball | Library Service Desk (?) |
You will need:
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| LSC-University Park | Front Desk of the Library (Building 12, 8th Floor) |
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Your student ID card will be valid as long as you are enrolled at Lone Star College and does not expire as long as you continue to take classes.
Exception: Some workforce programs like nursing and EMT require additional special ID badges that are only valid for your time in that class or program. These are different from your regular Student ID card.
Your first LSC ID card is free. Replacement IDs cost $10.
At this time, Student ID cards can only be issued to those who can visit a campus in-person.
You can access the Library's online resources, including books, videos, and research databases using your myLoneStar email address and password.
Online students interested in a library barcode number can complete the Library Barcode Request Form.
LSC Employees
Lone Star College employees will receive an Employee ID Badge.
- On campus identification
- Many IDs will also be access badges for entering certain campus locations
- To check-out and request books, videos, and more from the Library.
- The back of your card includes a library barcode number that can be used as an alternative method to access online library resources from off-campus.
When you come to campus to get an employee ID, you will need to bring a government-issued photo ID. Examples include: a driver's license, State ID, passport, or military ID.
If you are unable to provide such an ID, contact your campus library and ask about alternative options for identification.
You will also need to bring an Employee Badge Request Form signed by your supervisor. Your supervisor or department should provide the form and fill out the access that you need.
Note: The library only creates the badge; we do not control room access or the distribution of key cards.
New full-time employees will typically have their badges made at their new employee orientation. If you are unsure when and where to get your badge, please talk with your supervisor.
| Location | Where to Get an ID Card |
|---|---|
| LSC-CyFair | Circulation Desk in the Library (LRNC) |
| LSC-Houston North | Library Services Desk at all locations |
| LSC-Kingwood | Service Desk in the Learning Commons (Library Building, 1st Floor) |
| LSC-Montgomery | STAR Center Service Desk. |
| LSC-North Harris |
Welcome Center, Student Services Building (1st floor) |
| LSC-Tomball | Library Service Desk (?) |
| LSC-University Park | Front Desk of the Library (Building 12, 8th Floor) |
Your employee ID card will be valid as long as you are employed at Lone Star College and does not expire. When you leave LSC employment, your badge should be turned in to your supervisor.
Your first LSC ID badge is free. Replacement badges cost $20. This is a system-level policy.
Lost badges should be immediately reported to your supervisor or department.