New Students | Admissions
We offer great opportunities to international students, both academically and socially, as you begin to adjust to life at LCC. We are a close-knit community that genuinely cares about our students.
International Student Entry Requirements
This page is your first step to become a student if you are:
- A current or aspiring non-immigrant F visa holder
- Unsure of your immigration status or how your status relates to higher education
Please use our general admissions page if you are:
- A Green Card holder
- Have been granted refugee or asylee status
- Undocumented
- Are a FAFSA-eligible non-citizen, as defined at studentaid.gov
Academic Requirements
To apply, you must have completed a high school or equivalent secondary education program in your home country. You will need to provide an official school record (transcript) showing your graduation date. If your transcripts are not in English, they must be translated by a certified translation service, such as University Language Services or World Education Services.
Language Requirements
If your home country doesn’t use English as the main language, you need to show your English skills. You can do this by:
- Scoring 57 or more on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Getting a score of 6.0 or higher on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test
Applicants from native English-speaking countries are exempt from this requirement.
Financial Requirements
According to U.S. immigration laws, international students must provide proof that they can pay for the estimated cost of two years of study. These costs include:
- Tuition and other school fees
- Housing and meals
- Books and study materials
- Health insurance
International students must provide the LCC International Statement of Financial Support and other proof like bank statements and account notes.
Additional Requirements
- Official copy of ACT or SAT test scores (if available)
- Copy of immunization record
- Copy of identity page of passport
- Proof of insurance
International Student Checklist
Students from Canada
Canadian citizens do not need to obtain a visa. Present the I-20 form, proof of SEVIS fee payment, and proof of financial support upon your entry into the U.S.
Please make sure to provide these documents to the immigration officer at the border to enter the U.S. as a student.
International Student Orientation
International Student Orientation is an introduction to the Lamar campus and community. The orientation will help you feel comfortable in your new home, plan your classes, sign up for courses, and get to know the area around you.