ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must submit the following items for admission:
Domestic Transfer/Transient Students
International Transfer/Transient Students
- Submit an Admissions Application
- Submit Official Final College/University Transcript
- Submit Laredo College Financial Statement form
- Submit Laredo College Bank Affidavit form
- Copy of Current Passport
- Submit Laredo College Transfer-In form
- Copy of I-20 signed by PDSO/DSO
- Copy of Visa (from previous college)
- Copy of I-94 (from previous college)
Should you prefer to submit your college transcripts via mail, use the following address:
Laredo College
Office of Admissions - South Campus
5500 South Zapata Highway
Laredo, TX 78046
Transfer/Transient students who earned their degrees internationally may require an evaluation by the American Association of Collegiate Registrar and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) for equivalency purposes. Laredo College reserves the right to accept or reject the results of the evaluation completed by the professional agency. Students who completed their studies in a country where English is not the native language will be required to submit proof of English Proficiency. International students will be required to submit additional supporting documentation, see International Student.
Note: Please allow three to five business days for your application to be processed. Upon collecting all required documents, a letter of admission will be issued with specific instructions about the next steps. Also, some programs may have a secondary admission policy. Becoming accepted guarantees admission to Laredo College but does not guarantee admission to a particular major that has additional admission requirements.
To learn more about the secondary admission policy, visit the Additional Admission Recourses section below under the Secondary Admission Programs tab.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Laredo College offers multiple deadlines to offer several opportunities for our students to plan their academic journey. Our deadlines are displayed by semester and subterm start dates.
Semester
|
Priority Domestic
|
International
|
| Fall |
August 1st |
June 1st |
| Spring |
September 1st |
October 1st |
| Summer I |
May 1st |
March 1st |
| Summer II |
June 1st |
April 1st |
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants may be required to submit the following items for class registration:
- Proof of Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination (under the age of 22 only)
Note: The items listed above are not required for admissions but for registration only.
Meet with Our Team
Receive personalized assistance about admissions for a seamless transition to Laredo College. Simply select an available date and time from the calendar and a confirmation email will be sent to your email.
Book an Appointment
Additional Admission Resources
Application Process
Follow the next steps for a successful application process:
- Go to www.applytexas.org
- Create your account and verify it via email
- Log in and complete your profile
- Select "Start/Edit Applications"
- Select "Start New Application" and click on “Two-Year Community/Junior College” option
- Select “Laredo College” and the type of application “Two-Year” option
- Select Semester of Entry
- Select your Major
- Click on “Admission Application” and complete the remaining sections
- Then, click on “Questions specific to Laredo College” and complete the remaining sections
- Certify Application and Proceed to Submit
- Select “Submit This Application”
Please use our Change of Admission Information form if you require changes to your application, such as changing your entry term, major, or personal information. Allow three to five business days for processing.
Apply Texas Instructions
Secondary Admission Programs
Below is the list of our programs that have a secondary admissions policy. You must apply for the program after completing all prerequisites and other program requirements.
Education, Human & Protective Services
Health Sciences
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography (AAS)
- Emergency Medical Services - Emergency Medical Technician (Certificate I)
- Emergency Medical Services - Emergency Medical Technician (Certificate II)
- Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic (Certificate II)
- Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic (AAS)
- Medical Assistant (Certificate I)
- Medical Assistant (AAS)
- Nursing - Associate Degree Nursing (AAS)
- Nursing - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
- Nursing - Vocational Nursing (Certificate II)
- Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS)
- Radiologic Technology (AAS)
Information Technology, Business, and Personal Services
- Cybersecurity - Cyber Defense Associates (AS)
- Cybersecurity - Cyber Defence (Cert)
- Cybersecurity - Digital Forensics (AS)
- Cybersecurity - Digital Forensics (Cert)
- Organizational Leadership
Transcripts
Laredo College accepts most electronic transcripts, including Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, and EDI/SPEEDE. Laredo College does not accept any emailed high school or college transcripts sent directly from the student/parent. Should you prefer to mail your official transcripts, you may use the following address:
Laredo College Office of Admissions - South Campus 5500 South Zapata Highway Laredo, TX 78046
Bacterial Meningitis Vaccine
Evidence of Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination
All students under 22 taking classes at an institution of higher learning must submit proof of vaccination against bacterial meningitis. The vaccine requirement will not be used for admissions but for registration purposes. Proof of meningitis must be submitted at least 10 days prior to the first-class day. Learn More.
Test Scores and Waivers
Required Placement Scores for College Readiness
Area
|
Score
|
·English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR)
·Essay
|
945
5
|
OR
|
·ELAR Diagnostic
·Essay
|
5
5
|
AND
|
·Math
|
950
|
OR
|
·Math Diagnostic
|
6
|
Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Exemptions & Waivers
If the applicant meets one of the following criteria, the TSI Assessment (TSIA) will not be required, and will be eligible to enroll in college-level courses relevant to their program and major.
Exemptions and Waivers
Residency
Proof of Residency
Students may be asked for proof of residency during the application process. If the student is selected for residency verification, the student may experience a delay in the admissions process. Laredo College encourages students to complete this step as early as possible. Contact the Office of Admissions to schedule your next appointment, or visit our website to learn more about residency.
Palomino Roadmap
Upon completing your admissions application, we encourage you to meet with a Laredo College representative to discuss your admission process. We also recommend checking your mail and email periodically, as we will inform you about additional items required. If you wish to learn more about what is next in your admission process, click below.
