Veteran Services
Important Veteran Service Update:
Students using Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits are required to verify enrollment at the end of each month to receive a Monthly Housing Allowance starting on or after December 17, 2021. Contact the Education Call Center to initiate the verification enrollment process at 1-888-442-4551.
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Speak with a Veteran Services Advisor
By Chat, Email, 281.401.5357 or in Person to discuss choosing a Major
Choose a Major and Military Experience=College Credit
Programs of Study
Military Experience = College Credit
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
Programs of Study Brochure
Apply to Lone Star College
Admissions Application
Request all Official College Transcripts and Military Transcripts and submit to LSC
Meet with a Campus Advisor and Register for Classes
To explore class options and review transcripts for college credit
Veterans Advising | For questions: GIBILL@LoneStar.edu or call, 281.290.2922
Apply for VA Benefits
and PLA
Submit Request for Certification
Submit all required documents
Request for Certification each semester
Apply for Federal Student Aid or other Funding Resources
Financial Aid (FAFSA)
School Code: 011145
Combined Arms
Register with Combined Arms to receive comprehensive support for Veterans, Service Members, and families.
Receive Case Manager/Advisor Details
Students receiving benefits from Veteran Services must comply with VA rules and regulations. To avoid overpayment, all transcripts must be evaluated, and credit(s) applied prior to certification of courses for benefits. Students are highly encouraged to have their military transcript evaluated to register for classes.
*If you have interest in our Fast Track Course of study or Workforce programs, please contact Siara McMahon at 281.290.2892.
**If you have questions or require assistance with obtaining your transcript(s), please contact one of our Veterans Academic Advisors.
***If you have questions, please contact our Financial Aid Contact Center
Veteran Advising Services
LSC-MilitaryServices@LoneStar.edu
281-290-2922
Veteran Services
GIBILL@LoneStar.edu
281-290-2922
On the Spot Certification Fall 2022
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LSC-Montgomery August 16, 2022 9am-4pm Building A, Room 229 |
LSC-Houston North (Greenspoint) August 17, 2022 9am-4pm Room 203 |
LSC-University Park August 18, 2022 9am-4pm Advising Building 13, Room 200 |
Prior Military Experience = College Credit
Lone Star College will evaluate and transfer your military experience into college credit through a process called prior-learning assessment (PLA). This PLA process awards college credit, certification or advanced standing for a student’s non-academic experiences and training. Special programs are in place to instantly approve credit hours for a select number of degrees in certificates when you choose Lone Star College. To request a complete list email, Siara.L.McMahon@LoneStar.edu or call 281.290.2892 MCAI Scaling Guide Available
College Credit for Heroes
Lone Star College is a partner institution in the College Credit for Heroes program administered by the Texas Workforce Commission. Lone Star College is honored to be a part of the program to serve our veterans and service members. The College Credit for Heroes program seeks to maximize college credit awarded to veterans and service members for their military training, coursework, and experience resulting in military students receiving their degrees based on a shorter timeline. For more information please contact our Instructional Designer at LSC-MilitaryServices@LoneStar.edu or 832.519.2923 to determine if you have prior learning courses or training to assess (PLA). Visit the College Credit for Heroes site.
Is Financial Aid Available?
For financial aid support contact, GIBILL@LoneStar.edu or call 281.290.2922. Additional benefits may include:
- Chapter 30
Montgomery GI Bill® - Chapter 31
Veteran Readiness and Employment - Chapter 33
Post 9/11 GI Bill® - Chapter 35
Dependents Educational Assistance - Chapter 1606
Selected Reserve
REQUEST INFO
Do Not Drop/Hold Process
If you submit your Request for Certification before the due date(s) listed below, you will automatically receive a Do Not Drop/Hold Service Indicator (B14) on your account.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for a Do Not Drop/Hold (B14), students must meet the following criteria:
- Students must be utilizing one of the following benefits: Chapter 31, Chapter 33 or Hazlewood.*
- Students cannot have an outstanding balance from a prior term.
- Students must submit a Request for Certification each semester before the following due dates(s):
| Semester | Due Date |
|---|---|
| May Mini | May 3,2022 |
| Summer | May 24, 2022 |
| Fall | August 16,2022 |
If you do not submit your Request for Certification by the due date(s) listed above, you will need to contact the Business Office to set up a payment arrangement so that you will not be dropped from your classes.
*PLEASE NOTE: Hazlewood students must also follow the due dates above as well as submit all required documents no later than one week prior to the end of the term.
Work Study Positions Available
Veteran Services is currently accepting applications for those that are eligible. Please complete an application and submit it to GIBILL@LoneStar.edu for eligibility determination. (Note: Students are not required to submit a resume or cover letter per the VA).
VetSuccess on Campus
The VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC) program is here to help Veterans, Service members, and their qualified dependents succeed and thrive through a coordinated delivery of on-campus benefits assistance and counseling, leading to completion of their education and preparing them to enter the labor market in viable careers. For more information, contact Stacy Reynolds at Stacy.Reynolds@va.gov.
School Certifying Officials contacts:
| Name | Phone | |
| Valarie Lopez | Valarie.K.Lopez@lonestar.edu | 281-290-3797 |
| Jenifer Woloson | Jenifer.Woloson@lonestar.edu | 832-519-2936 |
| Joshua Duck | Joshua.Duck@lonestar.edu | 281-290-1856 |
| Maria Pampolina | Maria.Pampolina@lonestar.edu | 281-290-2898 |