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Why Lone Star?

Why choose Lone Star College?

Because of the wide variety of degree programs, flexible class times and on-campus activities.

Or maybe you'll be drawn to the great faculty, small classes and low cost of tuition.

Consider this: Many students leave four-year universities with a diploma but empty pockets and the burden of school loans for years to come. With higher education costs on the rise, Lone Star College System is one of the most affordable options today to earn a college degree, certificate or continuing education hours.

The numbers say it all. Below is a comparison of what it costs to attend LSC and several other colleges per semester.

College	Tuition & Fees Based on 15 hours
Lone Star College	$747
University of Texas-Austin	$4,465
Texas A&M University	$3,921
Texas Tech University	$3,541
Texas State University	$3,497
University of Houston	$3,225
Stephen F. Austin University	$3,216

Attending LSCS is a low-cost way to meet general education requirements and become familiar with new fields of study that may help you decide on a major or career.

We're close to home. We're affordable. We want you to succeed. It won't be long before you discover your own reasons for choosing Lone Star College System!