Student Services and Resources
Laredo College provides a wide range of student and campus resources designed to support students beyond the classroom. These services aim to promote student well-being, engagement, and success.
Admissions Office
The Admissions Office helps you apply to Laredo College, submit documents, and get started as a student. Students can also update their directory information.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Lerma Pena Building, Room 160 | William Billy Hall Jr. Center One-Stop Center |
| Phone: (956) 721-5109 | Phone: (956) 794-4109 |
Assessment Center
The Assessment Center offers LC students and prospective students with multiple examinations whose results are used to advise students in the selection of courses that will provide the best route for academic success.
Some of the examinations that can be completed at the Center include, but are not limited to: Texas Success Initiative (TSI), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), and Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (T-COLE).
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Lerma Pena Building, Room 227 | William Billy Hall Jr. Center, Room 245 |
| Phone: (956) 721-5851 | Phone: (956) 794-4418 |
Bursar's Office
The Office of the Bursar collects tuition, fees, assessment fees, returned check fees, transcript fees, miscellaneous fees, and other payments to the college. The Bursar’s Office also disburses financial aid refunds and work-study payroll checks.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Lerma Pena Building, Room 101 | William Billy Hall Jr. Center, Room A117 |
| Phone: (956) 721-5112 | Phone: (956) 794-4212 |
Campus Dining
Multiple vendors offer a selection of meals at convenient locations on both of Laredo College’s campuses. Daily menu options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available year-round to benefit students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Kazen Student Center | Academic & Advanced Technology Center (AAC) - Building C |
| Phone: (956) 721-5181 | Phone: (956) 794-4039 |
| Monday - Thursday, 8am - 6pm & Friday, 8am - 12pm | Monday - Thursday, 8am - 3pm & Friday, 8am - 12pm |
Campus Police
The Laredo College Police Department (LCPD) patrols both campuses 24/7 to ensure a high level of personal safety and physical security. LCPD is service-oriented and tailored to meet the needs of our institution. In addition to campus patrols, LCPD also provides the following services:
- a college-wide safety program
- safety and law enforcement presentations
- investigations of traffic accidents
- emergency first-aid (American Red Cross-certified)
- campus parking management
- police escorts to and from vehicle and/or building
- access to offices or buildings in emergency situations after normal business hours
- battery jumper cables
- open locked vehicles
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Building P-64 | Academic and Advanced Technology Center |
| Emergency Phone: (956) 794-4444 | |
| Non-Emergency Office Phone: (956) 764-5900 |
Financial Aid
Whether you are a first-year or continuing student, the Office of Financial Aid is ready to help you with the financial aid process. Financial aid can assist with education costs. Our office is responsible for supporting students with financial aid applications, verification, awards, and more. Students may be eligible for aid such as grants, scholarships, and/or work-study. Office of Financial Aid at LC will assist you in exploring your options and obtaining the necessary finances to pay for college.
If you require assistance with anything concerning financial aid, please contact us at finaid@laredo.edu.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Lerma Pena Building, Room 143 | William Billy Hall Jr. Center, Room |
| Phone: (956) 721-5361 | Phone: (956) 794-4361 |
Information Technology (IT) Help Desk
The IT Help Desk at Laredo College is available to help students set-up their PASPort account, Wi-Fi access, Office 365 for students as well as other types of technical support.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| J.C. Martin Building 134 | Academic and Advanced Technology Center 227 |
| Phone: (956) 721-5312 | (956) 794-4312 |
Foster Care and Parenting Liaison
Laredo College's Foster Care and Parenting Liaison, Ms. Fabiola Rodriguez, helps connect students who are in foster care, formerly in foster care, or parenting with resources, guidance, and support. The goal is to help you succeed in college while balancing school, family, and life responsibilities.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | |
| Lerma Pena Building, Room 201 | |
| Phone: (956) 721-5129 |
Mother's Room
Laredo College is committed to supporting the needs of nursing mothers by providing designated lactation rooms. These rooms offer a private, comfortable, and safe space for breastfeeding or pumping milk. Each room is equipped with comfortable seating and electrical outlets for breast pumps. For more information and appointments, contact mothersroom@laredo.edu
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Kazen Student Center, Room 139 | William Billy Hall Jr. Center, Room A21 |
Office of Student Life
The Office of Student Life coordinates New Student Orientation, organizes on-campus activities and programming, and provides guidance and support to student organizations. Additionally, the office offers identification card printing services at both campuses for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The office also oversees on-campus meal plans and the Palomino Pantry.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Kazen Student Center, Room 212 | William Billy Hall Jr. Center , Room A225 |
| Phone: (956) 721-5179 | Phone: (956) 794-4178 |
Palomino Pantry and Trading Station
The Palomino Pantry and Trading Station provide free food, household items, and gently used clothing to support LC students. These resources are available to help meet basic needs so students can focus on their education.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Kazen Student Center, 1st Floor | William Billy Hall Jr. Center, Ground Floor |
| Phone: (956) 721-5179 | Phone: (956) 794-4178 |
Recreational Facilities
Laredo College offers fitness centers, gyms, and recreational spaces where students can exercise, play sports, and stay active. These facilities are free for LC students with a valid ID.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Maravillo Gymnasium | J.C. Trevino Fitness Center |
| Phone: (956) 721-5494 | Phone: (956) 794-4224 |
Palomino Scholar Dollars
Palomino Scholar Dollars, powered by Scholarship Universe, is your one-stop tool for finding scholarships at Laredo College. It connects you to internal and external scholarship opportunities based on academics, financial need, activities, and leadership. This tool can be accessed via PASPort. Staff is available to assist students at Ft. McIntosh on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and at South Campus on Tuesdays.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Lerma Pena Building, Room 131 | Billy Hall Center One-Stop Shop, Room 109 |
| Phone: (956) 721 - 5144 | Phone: (956) 794-4358 |
Student Health and Wellness
The Office of Student Health Services and Wellness aims to inspire and motivate our diverse community to take responsibility for their health and quality of life. By educating and promoting preventive health measures, we seek to raise awareness and encourage better health-seeking behaviors and habits.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | South Campus |
| Kazen Student Center, Room 132 | College of Health Sciences, Room B304 |
| Phone: (956) 721-5151 | Phone: (956) 721-5151 |
Title IX Office
The Title IX Office helps keep Laredo College a safe and respectful place to learn. Students can contact the office to report sexual harassment, discrimination, or violence and to get support, resources, and information about their rights.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | |
| Memorial Hall, Room 230 | |
| Phone: (956) 794 - 4988 |
Veteran Services
The mission and primary function of the Office of Veteran Services is to assist veterans, military personnel, and their family members in receiving educational benefits through the Department of Veteran Affairs and/or the Texas Veteran Commission. The office serves as a resource to help them achieve their educational objectives. The center provides a respectful atmosphere for veterans, military personnel, and family members in the community.
| Fort McIntosh Campus | |
| Lerma Pena Building, Room 250 | |
| Phone: (956) 764 - 5768 |