International Students
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.
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.
Enrollment Process
Enrollment at any of our campuses involves four processes: Admissions, Visa Approval, Orientation, and Course Registration.
What Students are Saying
“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
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.
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.
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.