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.
How do I get started?
Apply to Lone Star College
1. Complete Admissions Application for Credit Programs
a. Explore our Credit Programs
2. Or apply to Continuing Education for Fast Track Programs
a. Explore our Non-Credit Programs
b. Create a myLoneStar account
c. Review VA approved Non-Credit Degrees
Request Official Transcripts/Placement Testing
1. Obtain Official Transcripts
a. Send Official Transcripts
2. Request Military Transcripts
3. Placement Testing/Confirm TSI Exemption
Apply for Federal/State Benefits
1. Apply for VA Benefits
2. Apply for Hazlewood
3. Review Required Document Checklist based on your benefit
Meet with your Campus VA Advisor and Register for Classes
1. Meet with your Campus VA Advisor in person or virtually via Zoom.
2. Register for classes
a. To view and register for classes select “Manage Classes” tile from the “Student” tile in myLoneStar.
3. Discuss Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
Submit required documents/Request for Certification
1. Submit required documents via myLoneStar student portal and click on the Veterans Self Service tile to upload your GI Bill® required documents and/or Hazlewood required documents
2. Submit Request for Certification
a. Submit your request each semester after you register for classes
b. Submit your Request for Certification by priority due date each semester
Apply for Additional Resources
VA Educational Benefits do not prevent you from receiving Financial Aid
1. Complete the FAFSA application (LSCS school code: 011145)
2. Register with Combined Arms
3. Visit LoneStar.edu/CARE
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.
Veteran Advising Services
VA-Advising@LoneStar.edu
281-290-2922
Veteran Services
GIBILL@LoneStar.edu
281-290-2922
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 review a complete list click on Discover PLA or contact your Campus VA Advisor.
On the Spot Certification is an opportunity for our Veterans and Military Affiliated students to have their certification request reviewed and submitted to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for use of their educational benefits on the same day.
To expedite the process, please make sure you are enrolled, registered for classes, submitted a Request for Certification, and have all Required Documents.
We look forward to seeing you!
Fall 2025 - On the Spot Certifications:
| Campus Name | Date and Time | Location |
|
Kingwood |
August 4, 2025 |
Technology Instructional Building -Room 107 |
|
Montgomery |
August 5, 2025 |
Building A-Room 229 |
|
University Park |
August 6, 2025 |
Building 13-Room 210 (Multipurpose Room-across from Advising Office) |
| Tomball | August 7, 2025 9AM - 4PM |
South Building-Room 205 (Hallway) |
| CyFair | August 12, 2025 9AM - 4PM |
Technology Building-Room 202 |
| North Harris | August 13, 2025 9AM - 4PM |
Digital Technology Building-Room 103 |
| Houston North-Victory | August 14, 2025 9AM - 4PM |
Room 102 |
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 |
| Luis Reyes | Luis.Reyes@lonestar.edu | 281-290-2844 |
| David Mihalov | David.I.Mihalov@lonestar.edu | 281-290-2807 |
| Rodrigo Morales | Rodrigo.Morales@lonestar.edu | 281-290-2621 |
| Chartavia Phillips | Chartavia.Phillips@lonestar.edu | 281-290-3628 |
| Karla Argumedo Jimenez | Karla.R.Argumedojimenez@lonestar.edu | 281-290-3676 |
| Aarika Pride | Aarika.Pride@lonestar.edu | 281-290-2898 |
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
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 | April 29, 2025 |
| Summer | May 6, 2025 |
| Fall | July 29, 2025 |
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.
