International Students
Greetings and Welcome to Lone Star College!
Lone Star College is the smart choice for international students looking to study in the U.S. This fall, more than 3,000 international students from 100 different countries attend Lone Star College. International students benefit from small class sizes, flexible schedules, and world class training centers. LSC international students also thrive through opportunities for meaningful relationships with students and dedicated faculty which can last a lifetime.
26 companies ranked on the 2015 Forbes Global 2000 list have their world headquarters in the Houston region. Foreign governments also understand the important role Houston plays in the world, establishing 91 consular offices, ranking Houston third behind New York and Los Angeles.
In addition to a strong economy and low-cost of living, Houston offers many first rate amenities such as world class museums, five star restaurants and star studded entertainment that attract people from all over the world.
Future F-1 International Students
We are authorized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to admit eligible students on an F-1 visa to degree-seeking programs. If you wish to attend Lone Star on an F-1 visa, your first step is to apply for admission. Our college consists of six main campuses in the Houston metro area.
Enrollment at any of our campuses involves five processes: admission, visa approval by the U.S. government, advisement, orientation and course registration.
More Information for Future F-1 International Students
F-1 Admissions
We are very happy you have chosen Lone Star College as the gateway to your U.S. education. We are confident that your experience here will be a positive one.
Visit our F-1 Admissions page to answer questions you have before and after your arrival. This page contains valuable information about:
- How to apply and maintain status
- International Student Orientation
- Medical Insurance
More Information for F-1 Admissions
F-1 International Student Advising
Enrollment at Lone Star College involves five processes: admission, visa approval by the U.S. government, advisement, orientation and course registration.
International Student Advisors can guide you to successful completion of your goal at Lone Star College.
DSO/International Student Advisors
LSC-CyFair
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433-1383
Tina Donovan
CASA 100Z
CFstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 281-290-3512
Henry Phan
CASA 109P
CFstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 832-482-1031
LSC-Fairbanks Center
14955 Northwest Freeway
Houston, Texas 77040
Jose Vela
FBstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 832-782-5106
Hiam El Dahouk
FBstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 832-782-5105
LSC-Kingwood
20000 Kingwood Drive
Kingwood, TX 77339-3801
Jovana Medina
Student Conference Center (SCC) 128
KCstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 281-312-1786
LSC-Montgomery
3200 College Park Drive
Conroe, TX 77384-4500
Enar Bashimova
Building C-108D
MCstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 936.273.7212
LSC-North Harris
2700 W.W. Thorne Drive
Houston, TX 77073-3499
Wendy Palma
Student Services Bldg 108A
NHstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 281-618-5716
LSC-Tomball
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375-403
Carolina Redmond
Building C-100C
TCstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 281-351-3388
LSC-University Park
20515 SH 249
Houston, TX 77070
Julie Katzoff
Building 13, Office 220-G
UPstudentvisa@lonestar.edu
Tel: 281-401-5362
LSC-System Office @ University Park
20515 SH 249
Houston, TX 77070
LSC-HIE@lonestar.edu
Tel: 281-290-2879
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Application Period
- Fall Semester
April 1 - July 1 - Spring Semester
September 15 - November 1
- Fall Semester:
April 1 - August 15 - Spring Semester:
September 15 - December 15
No less than 60 days from:
- Current I-94 Admission Card/Record Expiration Date
- 21st birthday for dependents on certain visa types