Student Resources
Student Resources at LSSC
Explore everything you need to succeed at Lake-Sumter State College, from enrollment support and financial aid to academic programs and campus services. Whether you’re registering for classes, seeking career guidance, or connecting with campus life, our college resources are here to support you every step of the way.
Resources
Academic Advising
Academic Advisors help students navigate their educational journey by providing guidance on course selection, degree requirements, and academic planning. They assist students in setting and achieving academic goals, understanding institutional policies, and accessing campus resources.
Academic Calendar
The Academic Calendar provides important dates and deadlines for each semester including start and end dates, examination dates, holidays and breaks, fee payment deadlines, and course registration timelines.
Academic Programs
We offer a comprehensive range of programs designed to meet you where you are and take you where you want to go. From Associate's Degrees and Bachelor's Degrees to short-term College Credit Certificates and specialized Advanced Technical Certificates, LSSC provides the education you need.
Campus Safety
LSSC provides armed security services to maintain a safe and secure environment on all campus locations. Services include patrolling campus, responding to emergencies, managing access control, offering safety escorts, and responding to emergencies.
Campus Store
The Campus Store is your go-to spot for everything you need at Lake-Sumter State College. From textbooks and school supplies to snacks and Lakehawk gear, we’ve got you covered.
Career Development Services
Helps students and alumni explore career paths, develop professional skills, and secure employment opportunities. Their goal is to prepare students for a successful transition from college to the workforce or further education.
Catalog and Student Handbook
This catalog is intended to be a description of the policies, academic programs, degree requirements, and course offerings.
College Events
The LSSC events calendar showcases educational, social, and recreational events, activities, and campus closures across all four of our campuses.
Counseling
Lake-Sumter State College offers confidential support services to help students manage personal, academic, or emotional challenges. The program provides access to resources such as counseling, crisis intervention, and referrals to community services and resources.
Course Registration
Browse available courses, review course types, and review tips for registering for classes in myLSSC!.
Course Syllabus Search
Lake-Sumter State College utilizes an online syllabus system called Concourse. Your course syllabus can be accessed in each of your Canvas courses by clicking Concourse Syllabus in the course’s navigation or using this search feature.
Credit for Prior Learning
Credit awarded to students for knowledge and skills they have gained outside of traditional academic settings. This may include work experience, military training, professional certifications, or other educational experiences.
DegreeWorks
A degree auditing tool used by colleges and universities to help students and advisors monitor academic progress toward degree completion. It provides a clear, interactive audit that shows completed courses, current enrollment, and remaining degree requirements.
Associate in Arts - DirectConnect to UCF
Lake-Sumter State College is proud to partner with the University of Central Florida to offer the DirectConnect to UCF® program to LSSC students. This nationally recognized program provides guaranteed admission and a smooth transition from LSSC to UCF after completing your Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree.
Dual Enrollment Programs - Dual Enrollment
Dual enrollment is a type of Early College Program that allows secondary students to take postsecondary coursework and simultaneously earn credit toward a high school diploma, a career certificate, an industry certification, or an associate or baccalaureate degree at a Florida public or eligible private institution.
Dual Enrollment Programs
Earn college credit in high school with Dual Enrollment at Lake-Sumter State College. Flexible programs, expert support, and proven pathways to college success for Lake and Sumter County students.
Employment Opportunities
Located in the heart of Florida, Lake-Sumter State College provides students with the opportunity to pursue their goals and join Florida’s dynamic workforce. We embrace our mission as a community college to increase access and opportunity for all learners in the communities we serve.
Enrollment Service Center
The Enrollment Service Center supports students with various processes related to admission, records, financial aid, academic advising, and student accounts. It is designed to streamline administrative tasks and guide students through key steps needed to begin or continue their academic journey.
Financial Aid Support
The Office of Financial Aid assists students in understanding and accessing financial resources to fund their education. It provides guidance on applying for scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs.
FL Health Connect – Lake County
Connect with health and wellness services tailored for Lake County residents.
FL Health Connect – Sumter County
Access health programs and resources for individuals and families in Sumter County.
Florida Residency
Determines whether a student qualifies for in-state tuition rates or must pay out-of-state tuition. To be considered a Florida resident, students (and their parents, if dependent) must demonstrate domicile in Florida for at least 12 consecutive months before the first day of classes.
Health Care Resources (in-house and local)
Find local and campus health care options to support your well-being.
HealthCare.gov
Compare health insurance plans and apply for coverage through the federal marketplace.
Lake County Assistance Programs and Resources
Discover food assistance programs in Lake County, including local pantries, soup kitchens, and SNAP resources for those facing food insecurity. Additional support includes housing aid, financial assistance for bills and rent, healthcare access, and transportation services to help residents in need.
Lake County Basic Needs – Online Database
Search a comprehensive directory of local assistance programs in Lake County.
Lake-Sumter Safe App
A mobile application designed to enhance campus safety at Lake-Sumter State College. It provides students, faculty, and staff with quick access to important safety features, including emergency contacts, campus alerts, and the ability to report incidents or suspicious activities.
Lakehawk Athletics
Lake-Sumter State College Athletics, known as Lakehawk Athletics, competes in the NJCAA and offers a range of sports including baseball, softball, volleyball, golf, and track. The program emphasizes academic excellence, community engagement, and athletic achievement, with student-athletes consistently earning honors both on the field and in the classroom.
Lakehawk Links
Use this webpage for quick access to essential tools such as Canvas, myLSSC, Lakehawk Mail, Microsoft 365, DegreeWorks, the Catalog and Student Handbook, the Bookstore, the academic calendar, and much more.
Lakehawk Mail
The official student email account provided by the college. It serves as the primary communication tool for students, allowing them to receive important updates, announcements, and messages from faculty, staff, and campus departments.
Lakehawks’ Harvest Food Pantry
Lakehawks’ Harvest Food Pantry at Lake-Sumter State College, in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and Lake Cares, is a resource available to all currently enrolled students who may be facing food insecurity. Lakehawks’ Harvest Food Pantry is a safe, confidential and judgment-free space.
Library
An essential resource on campus that provides students, faculty, and staff access to the Florida College and University System holdings, including books, academic journals, electronic databases, computers, printing, and other learning materials. It offers study spaces, research assistance, and often hosts workshops or events to support academic success.
LSSC Cares
The LSSC Care Team promotes the well-being and safety of our campus community by supporting students facing academic, emotional, or behavioral challenges. The team provides outreach interventions, and referrals to appropriate campus or community service agencies.
myLSSC
The online student portal at Lake-Sumter State College, providing students with easy access to essential academic and campus resources. Through myLSSC, students can access links to register for classes, view grades and transcripts, manage their financial aid, check their email, access course materials, and connect with college services.
Online Bookstore
Your one-stop, 100% online shop for all course materials – including new and used textbooks, digital versions, and access codes.
Order of The Lakehawk
Formerly, the “President’s Award,” the Order of the Lakehawk is the most prestigious and significant honor that a student may receive at Lake-Sumter State College. This honor recognizes outstanding academic achievement, dedicated college involvement, and significant community service.
Orientation
NSAR is a program at Lake-Sumter State College that helps new students successfully transition into college life. Through NSAR, students receive personalized advising, guidance on course selection, and assistance with the registration process.
Parking and Traffic
Required decals are issued to LSSC student free of charge. Decals are required for all enrolled students and become invalid once a student no longer is enrolled.
Policies & Procedures
Access official LSSC policies covering academics, conduct, and campus operations.
Registrar & Transcript Services
Handles student academic records and official documents, including transcript processing, transcript requests, and transcripts management. The office verifies enrollment, awards degrees, manages graduation applications, processes name changes, and ensures accurate and secure maintenance of transcripts and other academic records throughout the college experience.
Report a Concern
A centralized location to report a variety of concerns. This includes referrals to the LSSC Care Team, the Student Assistance Program, anonymous reporting, student conduct incidents, and academic integrity violations.
Scholarships
Lake-Sumter State College offers a variety of scholarships to students including institutional scholarships, general scholarships, talent scholarships, service scholarships, and LSSC Foundation Scholarships.
STEM Centers
Lake-Sumter State College Learning Services provides students with academic support through tutoring, writing assistance, and access to the STEM Center. Whether you're seeking help with math, science, writing, or general study skills, the Learning Centers offer a welcoming environment designed to promote success and confidence in learning.
Student Accessibility Services
This office provides support to students with temporary or permanent disabilities, ensuring equal access to all college programs and activities. The office offers accommodations such as extended test time, note-taking assistance, and assistive technology to help students succeed academically.
Student Assistance Program (SAP)
Lake-Sumter State College offers confidential support for personal, academic, or emotional challenges. Services include counseling, crisis intervention, and community referrals to help students succeed.
Student Code of Conduct
Outlines the expected behaviors and responsibilities for all students to maintain a respectful, safe, and productive learning environment. It covers academic integrity, personal conduct, and the proper use of college resources.
Student Emergency Assistance Programs
The LSSC Students in Distress Guide offers clear and immediate steps for assisting students who are facing an emergency, crisis, or other urgent problem. During severe weather events, local emergencies, or community health crises.
Student Employment
Learn more about on-campus employment opportunities for students, explore available jobs and benefits, and apply for positions online today.
Student Forms
College life involves a little paperwork now and then. To make things easier, search the links below to find the most popular student forms so you can save time and get back to focusing on your goals.
Student Government Association (SGA)
The Student Government Association (SGA) is the official voice of the student body at LSSC. SGA organizes events, advocates for student needs, and works with college leadership to improve campus life. By getting involved, you can build leadership skills, connect with peers, and make a real impact on your college experience.
Student ID Cards
Student ID cards serve as official identification and are required for access to many campus services and student events. They can also be used for local discounts.
Student Life & Activities
Offers a vibrant and engaging campus experience, with opportunities for involvement in clubs, organizations, and activities that foster personal growth and community. Students can participate in academic, cultural, and recreational events, or join student government.
Student Perks & Discounts
Enjoy exclusive perks and discounts available only to students. Save money on local shops, dining, events, and more while showing your student ID..
Student Wellness
Student Wellness at LSSC is dedicated to fostering student success by promoting holistic well-being through initiatives grounded in our values of Vision, Strength, and Spirit. We encourage students to thrive by engaging with all eight interconnected dimensions of wellness—physical, intellectual, financial, environmental, social, emotional, occupational, and spiritual.
Sumter County Assistance Programs and Resources
Sumter County provides food assistance programs to help residents facing food insecurity, including access to local pantries, soup kitchens, and SNAP resources. Additional services include rent and utility help, free and subsidized healthcare, transportation aid, and emergency support.
Technology Help Desk
Provides students, faculty, and staff with support for technology-related issues. Services include troubleshooting for software, hardware, and network problems, as well as assistance with accessing college systems like Canvas, myLSSC, and Lakehawk Mail.
Testing Services
Testing Services provides students with a variety of assessment services, including placement tests, course exams, and standardized testing. The office offers a secure, supportive environment for students to take required exams and ensures accommodations for students with disabilities, promoting equal access to academic assessments for all.
Textbook Affordability & Transparency
Provides a searchable database of textbook information as required by Florida Statutes. Students are encouraged to check the LSSC Bookstore for textbook information.
The Angler
The student newspaper at Lake-Sumter State College, providing news, features, and stories that highlight campus life, student achievements, events, and important updates. It offers students an opportunity to engage with the college community, express their creativity, and stay informed about college happenings.
Tuition & Fees
Review the current tuition & fees rates for Lake-Sumter State College. This page also includes a net price calculator that can be used to estimate the cost of attendance – including tuition and fees.
Tuition Payment
Current tuition rates, additional course fees, and use the Net Price Calculator to estimate your total cost of attendance.
Tutoring & Learning Center
Provides academic support, tutoring, and resources to enhance student success and promote lifelong learning, both in-person and virtually. Study rooms are available by appointment on a first-come, first-served basis.
Veterans Services
The VA Certifying Official and VA Academic Advisor are available to assist you in receiving and utilizing your educational benefits. Service members are encouraged to consult with their Educational Services Officer (ESO) or military counselor before enrolling.
Visit Campus
Offers prospective students and their families an opportunity to explore the campus, learn about academic programs, and discover student resources. Led by professional staff, these tours showcase the college’s facilities, including classrooms, labs, student lounges, and recreational spaces.
Writing Center
The LSSC Writing Center offers personalized support to help students improve their writing skills across all subjects. Tutors assist with grammar, organization, and clarity, whether you're working on essays, research papers, or creative writing.
