New Student Checklist

  • Online at applytexas.org.
  • Information available online: lsco.edu/admissions/how-to-apply/index.php. Contact Admissions by email at admissions@lsco.edu or by phone at (409) 882-3364.
  • Turn in Copy of Driver’s License.
  • Submit meningitis shot records for those under 22 years of age through Admissions in person or upload to lsco.edu/admissions/admissions-records-file-upload.php.
  • Send all Transcripts to Admissions:
    • Official High School/GED.
    • Official Colleges/Universities.
  • TSI Assessment is required for programs with 42 hours or more. View the LSCO catalog for exemptions or see an advisor for more information.
  • Located on the 1st floor of the Ron E. Lewis Building, contact the Testing Center by email at testingcenter@lsco.edu or by phone at (409) 882-3330.
  • TSI Assessment is required for programs with 42 hours or more. View the LSCO catalog for exemptions or see an advisor for more information.
  • Located on the 1st floor of the Ron E. Lewis Building, contact the Testing Center by email at testingcenter@lsco.edu or by phone at (409) 882-3330.
  • Veterans and their eligible dependents should visit the Financial Aid Office for information on Hazelwood and Veteran Education Benefits.
  • MyGator is your portal to Blackboard, Gator Self Service, Office 365 email, and more!
  • Visit lsco.edu. Click on the My Gator button and select Set Initial/Reset Forgotten Password.
    • Need R number and Pin (date of birth in MMDDYY format).
    • Contact Help Desk by email at helpdesk@lsco.edu, by phone at (409) 882-3033, or visit Room 205 in the Academic Building.
  • What is Blackboard? Access to course content and includes campus announcements.
  • What is Gator Self Service? Check grades, holds, online registration, request transcripts, check account balance, make payments, and more.
  • What is Office 365? Access to email in Outlook and the entire Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • For pre-advisement prior to registration dates.
  • During registration dates to be advised and/or to register for classes. Advising can be reached by email at advising@lsco.edu or by phone at (409) 882-3340.
  • Inquire about college credits through classes taken at other colleges/universities, AP, CLEP, or other credit by exams.
  • Most up-to-date information is available online at lsco.edu/programs/catalog/index.php.
  • Submit payments before the payment deadline:
    • Online through TouchNet on MyGator.
    • Need R number and Pin (date of birth in MMDDYY format).
    • Contact Cashier’s Office by email at bursars@lsco.edu or by phone at (409) 882-3371.
    • See Cashier’s Office regarding installment plan, if needed.
    • If you are on financial aid, verify it will pay by due date. If not, see Cashier’s Office for a short-term plan.
  • Visit the Student Success Center at 602 Green Avenue to obtain Picture ID.
  • Visit the JBW Student Center at 407 Green Avenue to obtain Parking Permit.
  • Select materials through the Gator Book Pack on MyGator. For any questions, contact LSCO Virtual Bookstore by email gatorbookpack@lsco.edu or by phone at (409) 880-8342.
  • The bookstore at LSCO is virtual and you may look up needed books at lamar-orange.bncollege.com.
  • Contact Advising by email at advising@lsco.edu or by phone at (409) 882-3340 for dates and times.
  • Located on the 2nd floor of the Ron E. Lewis Building, contact the OASIS Tutoring Center by email at oasis@lsco.edu or call (409) 882-3373.
  • Students with a disability can request accommodations by completing the request form online at lsco.edu/student-life/resources-support/accessibility-services.php.
  • You can contact the Director of Student Care and Accessibility in the OASIS by email at studentcare@lsco.edu or by phone at (409) 882-3097.

Remember

You can visit with an advisor for any questions or concerns you may have throughout the semester! It also is important to develop a relationship with the faculty in your field of study.

Contact Info

Admissions & Records

Email: admissions@lsco.edu
Phone: (409) 882-3364
Student Success Center, Second Floor

Academic Advising

Academic Advising
Email: Advising@lsco.edu
Phone: (409) 882-3340
Student Success Center, First Floor

Next Steps