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Transfer to Texas Southern University
Houston, Texas | Public university
About This Partnership
Lamar State College Orange and Texas Southern University signed a transfer agreement in 2019, establishing a direct pathway for LSCO students to continue their education at one of Texas’ premier historically Black universities.
TSU offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across its colleges and schools, with particular strengths in law, pharmacy, business, education, and public affairs.
Why Texas Southern?
- Established transfer agreement with LSCO since 2019
- One of the largest HBCUs in the nation with over 100 programs
- Nationally recognized Thurgood Marshall School of Law and College of Pharmacy
- Located in Houston — access to a major metropolitan job market
- Scholarship opportunities specifically for LSCO transfer students
How to Transfer
- Meet with Your LSCO Advisor. Work with your academic advisor to make sure your coursework aligns with your intended degree at Texas Southern University. Request an unofficial transcript review to confirm which credits will transfer.
- Apply for Admission. Submit your application through TSU’s Tiger Transfer admissions page. Be sure to select "Transfer Student" as your student type.
- Send Your Transcripts. Request official transcripts from LSCO (and any other institutions attended) be sent directly to TSU's admissions office.
- Check Course Equivalencies. Use TSU's transfer equivalency tools to confirm how your LSCO courses apply toward your bachelor's degree.
- Apply for Financial Aid. Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov and list TSU's school code. Explore scholarships specifically for transfer students.
- Register for Classes. Once admitted, connect with your new advisor at TSU to register for your first semester of classes.