Students enter or re-enter Lawson State Community College prior to fall, spring or summer semesters. The College also provides shorter terms, called mini terms, within the regular fall, spring, and summer semesters. Mini term classes meet more minutes per class but fewer weeks than classes within regular semesters.

The Office of Admissions is located in the Student Services Center, Building A on the Bessemer Campus. The Office of Admissions and The Records Office use a combined office location on the second floor of the Administration Building A on the Birmingham Campus. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.  See Maps.