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Admissions
Fuel Your Future—Choose Your Path
Select your path to get started
Your LSSC experience will be unique and tailored just for you! For a full overview of our admissions process and policies, visit our Catalog.
First Time in College
You’re attending a college or university for the first time.
Re-entry
You’re returning to LSSC to continue your educational journey after more than three semesters.
Transfer & Bachelor’s
You already have an AA or AS degree or have attended another institution and want to earn a bachelor’s.
Non-degree
You're interested in enrolling in short-term courses or certificate programs for personal or professional benefit.
Transient
You’re already enrolled at a college but want to take classes at LSSC that will count toward a degree at your home institution.
International
You are in the United States for the purposes of pursuing your education on a non-immigrant visa (F-1, J-1, etc.) and want to take courses or earn a degree at LSSC.
Dual Enrollment and Early College Programs (K-12)
Workforce Career Training / Non-Credit
Apply for Admission
The first step to becoming a Lakehawk is completing the LSSC Admissions Application. After you have applied, you will receive an email with your student ID number and Lakehawk email address.
Attend a New Student Advising and Registration Session
All first time in college and dual enrollment students must complete a New Student Advising & Registration session before registering for classes.
Complete Your Florida Residency and US Citizenship/Lawful Presence Verification
Students that have been Florida residents for at least 12 months must provide documentation to receive the in-state tuition rate.
All students seeking admission to and enrollment at Lake–Sumter State College must meet the citizenship or lawful presence requirements outlined in Rule 6A-10.0240 of the Florida Administrative Code.
Submit your Transcripts and Placement Scores
Submit your official unopened high school transcripts with your graduation date posted or an original GED transcript to the Records Office address below.
PERT, ACT, or SAT test scores should be sent to the Records Office. Applicants who do not have test scores need to take the PERT test.
Apply for Financial Aid & Review your Student Account
Log in to myLSSC to review any outstanding fees you need to pay. Ensure your tuition and fees are paid before the first fee payment deadline.
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – School Code 001502
Apply for Admission
The first step to becoming a Lakehawk is completing the LSSC Admissions Application. After you have applied, you will receive an email with your student ID number and Lakehawk email address.
Log into myLSSC
Use your Lakehawk email and password to log into myLSSC. This is your student portal and the gateway to your experience at LSSC.
Make an appointment with Academic Advising
Figure out where you should go from where you last left off by meeting with an advisor. Schedule an appointment with an academic advisor.
Complete Your Florida Residency and US Citizenship/Lawful Presence Verification
Students that have been Florida residents for at least 12 months must provide documentation to receive the in-state tuition rate.
All students seeking admission to and enrollment at Lake–Sumter State College must meet the citizenship or lawful presence requirements outlined in Rule 6A-10.0240 of the Florida Administrative Code.
Apply for Financial Aid & Review your Student Account
Log in to myLSSC to review any outstanding fees you need to pay. Ensure your tuition and fees are paid before the first fee payment deadline.
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – School Code 001502
Apply for Admission
The first step to becoming a Lakehawk is completing the LSSC Admissions Application. After you have applied, you will receive an email with your student ID number and Lakehawk email address.
Complete Your Florida Residency and US Citizenship/Lawful Presence Verification
Students that have been Florida residents for at least 12 months must provide documentation to receive the in-state tuition rate.
All students seeking admission to and enrollment at Lake–Sumter State College must meet the citizenship or lawful presence requirements outlined in Rule 6A-10.0240 of the Florida Administrative Code.
Submit your Transcripts and Placement Scores
Submit your official unopened high school transcripts with your graduation date posted or an original GED transcript to the Records Office address below.
PERT, ACT, or SAT test scores should be sent to the Records Office. Applicants who do not have test scores need to take the PERT test.
Make an appointment with Academic Advising
Figure out where you should go from where you last left off by meeting with an advisor. Schedule an appointment with an academic advisor.
Apply for Financial Aid & Review your Student Account
Log in to myLSSC to review any outstanding fees you need to pay. Ensure your tuition and fees are paid before the first fee payment deadline.
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – School Code 001502
Apply for Admission
The first step to becoming a Lakehawk is completing the LSSC Admissions Application. After you have applied, you will receive an email with your student ID number and Lakehawk email address.
Complete Your Florida Residency and US Citizenship/Lawful Presence Verification
Students that have been Florida residents for at least 12 months must provide documentation to receive the in-state tuition rate.
All students seeking admission to and enrollment at Lake–Sumter State College must meet the citizenship or lawful presence requirements outlined in Rule 6A-10.0240 of the Florida Administrative Code.
Review your Student Account
Log in to myLSSC to review any outstanding fees that you need to pay. Ensure your tuition and fees are paid before the first fee payment deadline.
Check with your institution
Talk to an Admissions officer at your home institution to determine if you are eligible. They will provide you with their process for transient students.
Apply for Admission
The first step to becoming a Lakehawk is completing the LSSC Admissions Application. After you have applied, you will receive an email with your student ID number and Lakehawk email address.
Pay for your tuition fees
Log in to myLSSC to review any outstanding fees you must pay. Be sure to pay before the first fee payment deadline after registering for classes.
Apply for Admission
The first step to becoming a Lakehawk is completing the LSSC Admissions Application.
In your application, submit a financial statement showing your financial support in U.S. Dollars to the Admissions and Records Office. If you have a U.S. sponsor (U.S. citizen or U.S. resident alien) helping you for a portion of the support or all of the financial support, a U.S. immigration form (I-134 Affidavit of Support) is required along with a bank statement from a financial institution.
Submit your Transcripts
You must have the equivalent of a United States of America high school diploma. International students must arrange to have complete transcripts from all institutions outside the United States of America evaluated by an evaluation agency at their expense
Submit your TOEFL Scores
If English is not your native language, then you must submit acceptable TOEFL scores, which are as follows:
- Computer-based test: 213 or higher
- Internet-based test: 79-80
- Written-based test: 550 or higher
Finalize Documentation for International Study
All international students must complete the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) SEVIS I-901 Fee and pay the required fee. The payment receipt for the I-901 Fee is required for an interview at a U.S. embassy. This fee is an addition to the normal fees the embassy may charge.
Proof of health insurance is required before registering for classes. Proof of health and accident insurance should be sent to the Enrollment Service Center.
Explore our Dual Enrollment Programs
Explore the many LSSC programs we offer. From camps and short-term programs, developmental courses, there are several ways to earn college credits through our dual enrollment and early college academies. Follow the steps on the individual pages to apply.
Non-Credit Workforce Programs
Our non-credit workforce courses, endorsements, or certificates are designed to meet your career goals and the employment needs of the surrounding area.
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From traditional students to continuing ed students, education is for everyone—and LSSC is your partner throughout the whole process.
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In-Person, Hybrid, and Online Classes
I love LSSC for its campus vibes and the great resources
available for students. Hanging out on campus post-classes
is a highlight, making my college experience more enjoyable!
Lourdes Villaluz
Class of 2024