Student Support Resources

A Message from LSC-University Park President Dr. Shah Ardalan

Advising Help

We understand there have been many changes to your courses and learning environment recently. We're here to help you understand these changes while you continue working towards your academic goals. Do not hesitate to reach out to an LSC-University Park advisor so they can help you through this challenging time.

• Email the advising team at UPAdvising@LoneStar.edu for assistance.
• All classes converted to online formats officially resumed on Monday, April 13. To view the status of your class, use our helpful Course Conversion resource.

Career Services

Career Services is dedicated to helping you make informed decisions to choose a major for the right career, offering workshops to help you prepare for your career, connecting you with job opportunities and helping you transition directly into the workforce.

For more information, contact Dr. Fonda Johnson-Gaddie at Fonda.R.Johnson@LoneStar.edu.

Department & Faculty Contacts

Do you need to contact someone in a specific department or academic division? Consult our list of campus contacts. We are all eager to answer your questions.

To find faculty contact details, visit LoneStar.edu/FacultySearch. 

Disability Services

Disability Services assists current and future students by determining and recommending appropriate academic support services. We also focus on helping students with disabilities make a succesful transition to the college and act as a referral source for services both on campus and within the community.

For more information, contact Alicia Guevara at UP-DSO@LoneStar.edu or at 281.401.5366.

Financial Aid

Email us at FACC@LoneStar.edu with any questions or immedaite needs in regards to financial aid.

Lone Star College is able to provide emergency financial grants to students to help cover expenses related to disruptions due to the coronavirus such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES Act). Visit LoneStar.edu/CARESact to learn if you are elgiible for emergency funding and to apply.

Library & SLRC

The LSC-University Park Library is part of the Student Learning Resource Center (SLRC), which provides complete digital access to resources of the libraries within Lone Star College, Harris County Public Libraries and Montgomery County Memorial Library System.

Contact a Librarian
Feel free to send your questions to our librarians at UPLibrary-Circ@LoneStar.edu or via text at 281.761.6852.

Online Academic Coaching & Tutoring

Academic support services normally found on campus are still available to you, including access to our academic coaches. Visit the SLRC tutoring webpage to learn more and make an appointment for a virtual tutoring session with an LSC-University Park academic coach.

Payments & Refunds

Here you can find all payment related information and due dates for the upcoming semester. You'll also find information on various payment options, including helpful payment plans. Email us at UPBusinesOffice@LoneStar.edu with any questions or help in regards to payments.

Important Payment Due Dates

• Summer 2020 Payment Due - May 22
• Fall 2020 Payment Due - August 15

View our How to Pay instructions for a step-by-step walkthrough on submitting payments.

To learn more about payment plans, visit LoneStar.edu/Payment-Plan.
For more information about refunds, visit LoneStar.edu/Refunds.

Questions About COVID-19

During these uncertain and ever-changing times Lone Star is doing its best to provide you with the latest information related to the COVID-19 situation and how it is affecting our college community.

Registering for Classes

Whether you are considering registering for classes or are ready to score your perfect schedule now, visit our helpful Summer and Fall registration pages.

• Summer Registration
• Fall Registration

Need help applying?
View our helpful how-to apply video for step-by-step instructions.

Social Media Channels

For the latest information and up-to-date news about LSC-University Park, connect with us and your fellow Lions through our social media channels.

Student Life

Student Life offers any currently enrolled LSC-University Park student to connect and engage with the campus community and student clubs. Opportunities include social, cultural and wellness programs, community service events and leadership development.

Visit the Student Life webpage to view all upcoming Student Life virtual events.

Technical Help

Online Classes
If you are new to online classes, use the Virtual Assistance Learning Center (VLAC) for all the information you need to adapt to D2L, our distance learning platform.

LSC Service Desk
To contact the Lone Star College Service Desk, go to the LSC Service Center webpage or call 832.813.6600 (toll free 866.614.5014).

Transfer Services

We offer personalized, full-service assistance to help you succeed in your academic transition. We can provide you with detailed information on how to effectively approach:

• The transfer to four-year university programs
• Transfer from another institution to Lone Star College-University Park

For more information, contact Stephanie Smith at Stephanie.L.Smith@LoneStar.edu