Important
Dates

For the 2011-2012 Aid Year(spring & summer 2012 semesters)

June 30, 2012 - Deadline to complete the FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

For the 2012-2013 Aid Year
(fall 2012 & spring, summer 2013 semesters)

January 1, 2012 - Students/parents may file the FAFSA beginning January 1, 2012.

We encourage students/parents to complete their 2011 tax returns as soon as possible.

April 1, 2012 - Priority filing deadline for Fall 2012 financial aid applications.

This date ensures that your financial aid eligibility will be determined by the fall 2012 semester.

Current Students |

Financial Aid & Tuition

Quick Links

	View & Accept Financial Aid Awards
	Free FAFSA Form
	Financial Aid Forms
	Registration
	Apply for Admission to LSCS
	Financial Aid Ethics & Code of Conduct
	Net Price Calculator
	Financial Aid Terms and Conditions

First Time Applicants

	Apply for Federal Aid at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov
	Include LSCS FICE code: 011145
	Complete a loan application (if applicable)

Important Dates

2011-2012

Spring 2012 SAP calculation
May 16, 2012

Last Day to complete the FAFSA
June 30, 2012

2012-2013

First day students/parents may file the FAFSA
January 1, 2012

Priority Filing Date
April 1, 2012

Fall 2012 Application Due
July 1, 2012

Students/Parents are Encouraged to complete their tax returns as early as possible to help determine financial aid eligibility.

Contact Information

Ask a Financial Aid Question

Phone: 281.290.2700
Toll-Free: 855.290.2700
Mon-Fri: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Campus Offices

LSC-CyFair
LRNC-144
Mon-Thu: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Fri: 9 a.m - 4:30 p.m
Sat: 9 a.m - 2 p.m

LSC-Kingwood
SCC 150
Mon, Tue, Fri: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Wed - Thur: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

LSC-Montgomery
Building E
Mon-Tue: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Wed-Thur: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fri: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

LSC-North Harris
Student Services Building - 102
Mon-Thu: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Fri: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

LSC-Tomball
C-100
Mon-Thur: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Fri: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

LSC-University Park
Building 13 - Suite 220
Mon-Thur: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fri: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Meet SAP - Keep your Financial Aid

Check your grades in myLoneStar Student Portal immediately at the end of the semester.
If you do not meet Satisfactory Academic Progress, file an appeal immediately.

Find More Information about Satisfactory Academic Progress

Apply by July 1, 2012

If you do not apply before July 1, you will not have funding at the beginning of the Fall 2012 term. If you have any questions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 281.290.2700.

Apply for Financial Aid

Summer Financial Aid

State and federal financial aid is available for qualified applicants with remaining aid that was not used during the fall and spring semesters. Students must register for the summer term before eligibility will be determined.

Important Dates

May 7 - 17, 2012 - May Mini-Term Book Advance Purchase Dates
May 29 - June 6, 2012 - Summer 2012 Book Advance Purchase Dates
June 13, 2012 - Financial Aid Disbursements to Student Accounts
(1st Loan Disbursement)
June 14, 2012 - Electronic Refunds Begin
June 19, 2012 - Paper Checks Mailed
July 2, 2012 - Financial Aid Disbursements to Student Accounts
(2nd Load Disbursement)
July 3, 2012 - Electronic Refunds Begin
July 5 and July 9, 2012 - Paper Checks Mailed

Applying for Summer Aid

You do not need to complete a separate application for summer aid. However, to determine your eligibility, we must have a current FAFSA for you in the LSCS system. If you have already completed your FAFSA but did not list Lone Star College System, you may use your Federal Student Aid Personal Identification Number (FSA PIN) to make corrections to your FAFSA, or you may call 800-433-3243.

Determining Eligibility

Contact the financial aid office to determine if you are still eligible. Standards of Academic Progress & other eligibility items must be met before receiving summer funds. If you are not eligible to receive financial aid funds for the summer and you have enrolled, please be prepared to pay your educational cost.

Notification of Summer Aid

You will be notified by e-mail about your summer aid award. You may also view posted financial aid awards in myLoneStar.

Class Withdrawal

If you decide not to take classes, you must drop them before the first day of the summer term or you may be charged for tuition and fees.

Important Notice: Meningitis Requirement

Senate Bill 1107 amends current Texas law requiring proof of Bacterial Meningitis vaccination 10 days before attending classes.

Find more information about the new meningitis requirement

Tuition & Fees

Attending LSC is an affordable option for most students. Our tuition rates are based on residency and if you need help footing the bill, financial aid is available to most students. And so are payment plans!

Need Help with Financial Aid?

Now, One Number Gets Answers! Call 281.290.2700 for the Financial Aid Contact Center.

Learn how to view and accept financial aid awards in myLoneStar. Be sure to visit the how-to section of the Student Help Center in myLoneStar for more helpful documents.

How To Apply For Financial Aid

You must complete LSCS's three step process in order to receive financial aid.

Complete a FAFSA.
Provide any additional documentation.
Review financial aid awarding.

These steps must be completed each academic year that you wish to receive financial aid. Keep in mind that the priority deadline is April 1, so submit all documentation as quickly as possible to allow time for processing. If you miss the priority deadline, don't worry! You can still apply throughout the year because funds are typically available year round.

Aid Disbursements & Refunds

There are strict guidelines for receiving disbursements and refunds. Student financial aid accounts may be accessed via myLoneStar.

Financial Aid Requirements

All students must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements to receive financial aid at LSCS. Federal regulations require all financial aid recipients to maintain SAP in a course of study leading toward a college degree, certificate, or educational objective.

Students will be denied financial aid for failure to meet SAP requirements.