The Lone Star College System (LSCS) was founded under the name North Harris Community College in 1973 and now serves as the third largest community college system in the state of Texas. It has since included seven campuses in total, with district offices now located at the 165-acre Montgomery campus in The Woodlands.
There are more than 40 programs being offered at LSC-Montgomery under an open enrollment admission policy. This two-year college is known for its courses in the areas of nursing, criminal justice, fire science, human services, and computer information technology, among others. Non-credit programs are also offered through Continuing Education courses for corporate training, workforce development seminars, and annual youth classes.
Students at LSC-Montgomery are provided career counseling and guidance towards transferring credits to other universities to pursue four-year degrees. The LSC University Center Campus was created to facilitate such transfers, in collaboration with six universities: Texas A&M, Texas South, Sam Houston State, Prairie View A&M, University of Houston, and University of Houston-Downtown.
The Office of Student Activities oversees several student clubs and organizations as well as the Honors Program at LSC-Montgomery. Sports and recreational events are handled by the same department, holding intramural tournaments for basketball, tennis, volleyball, soccer, and baseball each semester.
Facilities within campus grounds include the LSC-Montgomery Center for the Arts, theater, wellness center, and a sports complex. Plans for building a health science center as well as an arts instructional building are currently under way. Security throughout all campuses is handled by the LSCS Police Department.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,200. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range:
- State Residents: $1,000-$1,200
- Out-of-State: $3,000-$3,658
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $42-$50 per unit
- Out-of-State: $130-$150 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 59% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 48% | $4,892 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 22% | $4,245 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Lone Star College – Montgomery may provide services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for North Harris Montgomery compared to community colleges in Texas, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
| North Harris Montgomery | Montgomery County | Texas | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 10.9% | - | 16.5% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 22.8% | - | 20.8% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: LSCS - North Harris Coll
- English Language Program
- Accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (since 2000)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1981)
- Compare all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Texas
Campus: LSCS - Cy-Fair Coll
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2005)
- Compare all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Texas
- Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2006)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Commerce (A)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Accounting (A, C)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (A, C)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (A, C)
Communication Technology
- Animation (A, C)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
- Radio and Television (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (A, C)
- Computer Science (A)
Construction Trades
- Electrical and Power Transmission Installation (C)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A)
- Educational and Instructional Media Design (A, C)
- Middle School Teacher (A)
Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Industrial Technology (A, C)
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) (C)
- Refrigeration Technology (A, C)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Survey Technology (A, C)
- Architectural Drafting cad (A)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation (A, C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A, C)
- EMT & Paramedic (A, C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Mental Health Technician (A, C)
- Pharmacy Technician (A, C)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) (A)
- Radiology Technician (A, C)
- Respiratory Therapy (A)
- Ultrasound Technician (A, C)
- Physical Therapist Assistant (A)
- Medical Assistant (C)
- Veterinary Assistant (A, C)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Medical Executive Assistant (A, C)
- Surgical Technologist (C)
- Radiologic Technology (C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology (A, C)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Accounting and Computer Science (C)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Diesel Mechanic (A, C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor (C)
- Facial Treatment Specialist (C)
- Cosmetology (A)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Public Administration and Social Services
Science Technology
- Biology Technician, Biotechnology Laboratory Technician (A, C)
Security and Protective Services
- Law and Justice Administration (A)
- Fire Science (A, C)
Social Sciences
- Cartography and GIS (A, C)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (A)
- Interior Design (A, C)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Lone Star College – Montgomery.
- Houston Community College System in Houston, TX (32 miles away)
- San Jacinto College in Pasadena, TX (43 miles away)
- Blinn College in Brenham, TX (55 miles away)
- Alvin Community College in Alvin, TX (56 miles away)
- College of the Mainland in Texas City, TX (62 miles away)