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At Lamar State College Orange, our open admissions process is simple. Begin by submitting your application through LSCO Apply, and then identify your student type to learn more about your specific admissions requirements.
First Time Students
Apply as a high school graduate entering college for the first time. Review admissions requirements to start your journey as a Gator.
Learn MoreDual Credit Students
Earn college credit while still in high school through LSCO's dual credit program. Learn about eligibility, courses, and Lamar Link.
Learn MoreReturning Students
Re-enrolling at LSCO? Learn about the steps to reinstate your admissions status and complete your degree program.
Learn MoreVisiting / Transient Students
Enrolled at another institution and want to take courses at LSCO? Learn how to apply as a visiting or transient student.
Learn MoreTransfer Students
Transferring to LSCO? We're excited to welcome you. Review transcript and GPA requirements for admission.
Learn MoreInternational Students
Our admissions team will guide you through each step, including English language proficiency and visa requirements.
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Meet Your Advisors
Ready to take the next step? Our advisors are here to help! Reach out today for expert advice on how to apply, registering for courses, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
All admission types:
- Current high school student working towards college credit (Dual Credit)
- Previously a LSCO dual credit student, recently graduated from high school
- High school graduate, new to college
- GED graduate, new to college
- Transfer from college or university with less than 18 hours of college credit
- Transfer from college or university with 18 hours or more college credit
- International Student
- Returning Student (previously attended LSCO)
- Visiting Student (someone who is enrolled at one college or university but temporarily takes courses at another institution with the intention of transferring those credits back to their home college.)
- Workforce/Continuing Education Applicant (non-academic)
If you are not a current high school student working towards college credit, you will be asked to choose your desired location based on where you live.
- MAIN Lamar State College Orange is located in Orange, Texas. Students that live near LSCO’s main campus should choose this site.
- LSCO at Polk County Center is located in Livingston, Texas. Students that live in or around the Livingston area should choose this site.
- LSCO at TXST is located in San Marcos, Texas on the Texas State University campus. Students that live in or around the San Marcos area should choose this site.
International students, students registering for online courses only, or visiting/transient students should choose LSCO’s main campus.
Admissions (academic programs):
- Email: Admissions@lsco.edu
- Phone: 409-882-3923
Workforce/continuing education programs:
- Email: workforce@lsco.edu
- Phone: 409-882-3321
You will receive a confirmation email. Our admissions team will review your application within 24 hours, excluding weekends and holidays. Once accepted, you will receive two to three emails:
- Congratulations! You have been accepted to Lamar State College Orange
- LSCO Computer Account Information
- Missing Required Admission Documents (if applicable)
Contact the Records Office by email at records@lsco.edu or call 409-882-3364.
Upload documents using the link below, or mail them to the Admissions and Records Office:
Admissions and Records Office
410 Front Street
Orange, Texas 77630
Congratulations, and welcome to the Gator family! Check out our handy guide for new students below.