Payments can be made using debit/credit cards, pre-paid cards or gift cards. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover cards are accepted. Students should retain the pre-paid cards and gift cards used for payment, even if the balance is depleted. Refunds will be applied to the original card used during payment.

Most colleges have drop boxes where you can leave a payment. Do not drop cash at these locations.
The following regulations apply for paying by check:

• $30 returned check fee assessed on items not honored by your financial institution.
• If your check is returned, you must settle your obligation promptly or your registration may be canceled and your records withheld.
• If you have three or more checks returned, you may be prohibited from paying by check or through self-service for current and/or future terms.  Payments will have to be made at the campus business office with a debit or credit card until the restriction is lifted.
• No postdated checks will be accepted.
• No temporary checks will be accepted.
• No checks will be accepted for a sum larger than the amount of the transaction.

Please note that your check may be converted into an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) transaction for clearing through an electronic payment network, such as the Automated Clearing House (ACH). By providing us with your completed signed check, you authorize us to make an EFT payment from your account in the same amount as the check. An EFT payment is processed faster than a regular check. Therefore, make certain there are sufficient funds available in your checking account. Our system will make three attempts at processing your payment. Regular bank fees apply. Check with your bank to review its fee policy. Additional attempts may result in additional charges by your financial institution. You should contact your financial institution immediately if you believe you were charged an incorrect amount.

To make sure your class enrollment is not cancelled mail your check early to ensure it’s received before the due date. Payment must be received prior to the due date or your classes will be cancelled.

Notice: Include your student ID number and your telephone number on the check. This information is necessary to ensure that your payment is applied correctly to your account.

Mail your check to the campus where you're enrolled in the majority of your classes:

A payment plan is available to defer a portion of your tuition and fee charges. An initial deposit and a $20 administrative fee is required the day before Official Day of Record of the main term. The remaining charges are deferred. Auto-deducted (scheduled) payments are required.

Anyone who signs up for a payment plan will have the 2nd and 3rd installments automatically deducted from the bank account or credit card used for the initial payment. If you want future payments drawn from a different credit card or account, you must change the saved payment method before the installment due dates and delete the original credit card or account.

Payment Plan Details

Lone Star College has partnered with Flywire to provide you with an easy and secure method of sending international payments from other countries. Flywire allows you to pay from almost any country and any bank!
Flywire allows you to:

• Save on bank fees and exchange rates with secure and streamlined payment process, typically in your local currency.
• Receive peace of mind with dedicated multilingual customer support.
• Track your payment from start to finish through text messaging, emails and online.

To learn more about making payments, go to http://flywire.com/help/questions or contact Customer Support at support@flywire.com
To book your next payment, go to lonestar.flywire.com
Using Flywire to make payments from other countries 
When you use Flywire to make payments from other countries you will receive all the necessary information to provide to your bank.
You can also contact their customer support for any questions with the process at flywire.com/help or via email, support@flywire.com

• Go to lonestar.flywire.com and select Lone Star College from the dropdown menu. Then enter your payment amount and country of origin.
• Select your payment method. Review the payment options provided, and select your preferred method. Options may include bank transfer, debit/credit card in your home currency, electronic payment, or other local options.
• Enter your details. Create your account, then enter some basic information to initiate your payment.
• Make your payment. Follow instructions provided to send funds to Flywire via your selected method.
• Track and confirm. Track your payment by logging into your Flywire account at any time. Receive text and email status updates each step of the way, including confirmation when your payment has been delivered.

State Exemption Programs

• Adopted Students Formerly under the Conservatorship of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (TDFPS)
• Blind/Deaf Student Exemption Program
• Children of Disabled or Deceased Firemen, Peace Officers, Game Wardens, and Employees of Correctional Institutions
• Combat Exemption for Children of Military Service Members
• Concurrent Enrollment Waiver
• Exemption for Highest Ranking High School Graduate
• Exemption for Peace Officers Disabled in the Line of Duty
• Exemption for Peace Officers Enrolled in Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice Courses
• Exemption for Students Enrolled in Courses for Dual High School and College-Level Credit
• Exemption for the Surviving Spouse and Minor Children of Certain Deceased Public Servants (Employees)
• Exemption of Out-of-District Fees for Certain Students Living Outside a Public Community/Junior College's Taxing District
• Exemption Program for Children of Professional Nursing Program Faculty and Staff
• Exemption Program for Clinical Preceptors and Their Children
• Firefighters Taking Fire Science Courses
• Senior Citizen, 65 or Older, Free Tuition for 6 Credit Hours
• Tuition Exemption for Current or Former Foster Care Students under the Conservatorship of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (TDFPS)

State Financial Aid Waivers

• Economic Development and Diversification Waiver
• Waiver for College Faculty and their Dependents

All Lone Star College students interested in receiving a state exemption or waiver should complete Lone Star College’s State Exemption and Waiver Acknowledgement Agreement form--obtained under the Student Help Center in the Student Forms section in myLoneStar. Contact your campus business office for more information.

Please contact the Veterans Affairs Office for additional information regarding military exemptions and waivers:

• Hazlewood Exemption (for Texas Veterans)
• Military: Children of U.S. Military who are Missing in Action or Prisoners of War (MIA/POWs)
• Military: Orphans of Texas Members of the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard
• Military: Texas National Guard Tuition Assistance Program
• Military: After Assignment in Texas
• Military: Assigned to Duty in Texas
• Military: Honorably Discharged, Separated or Retired Veterans who Move to Texas
• Military: Member, Spouse or Child who Remains Continuously Enrolled in Higher Education in Texas
• Military: NATO Forces
• Military: Persons Eligible for Veterans Educational Benefits, Their Spouses and Children who Move to Texas
• Military: Radiological Science Students of Midwestern State University
• Military: Spouse and Dependents Who Previously Lived in Texas
• Military: Survivors
• Out-of-State Military: If Family Intent is to Make Texas Home