The London School of Economics and Political Science
University in London, The United Kingdom
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a university in central London that specialises in the social sciences. It was founded by social reformers in 1895, and its main address is Houghton Street, London. LSE has students from over 140 countries, and 40% of its staff come from outside the UK. According to the university, it was ranked top in the UK for 2025 and 2026 by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide.
Study options include:
- Over 40 undergraduate degrees across the social sciences
- Graduate taught and research programmes
- The General Course, a year-long study abroad programme for students from overseas universities, with more than 300 courses
- Summer School, executive education and online degrees
Undergraduates apply through UCAS, while graduate applicants submit their application and supporting documents through LSE's online application system. Each year LSE allocates accommodation to over 4,000 students in its own halls, in University of London intercollegiate residences and in private halls, and it helps students find private housing in London. Bursaries and scholarships are also available to students with Overseas fee status.
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Programmes
- Over 40 undergraduate degrees across the social sciences, applied for through UCAS
- The General Course: a full academic year at LSE for students from overseas universities, with more than 300 courses covering the social sciences
- LSE Summer School
Graduate programmes
- Graduate taught programmes in the social sciences
- Graduate research programmes
- Executive master's degrees and executive education
- Global and Online Degrees
Applicants should check whether their chosen programme is currently recruiting before applying.
Admission
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS and include a personal statement; on receipt of the UCAS form LSE assesses the applicant's fee status. Graduate applicants use LSE's online application system to submit the application form and all supporting documents. Country-specific information for international applicants and visa guidance are published on the international students pages.
Scholarships and financial aid
LSE offers bursaries and scholarships to students with Overseas fee status, funded by private donations; their number, value and eligibility vary from year to year. The Uggla Family Scholars Programme offers up to ten scholarships for UK and Overseas students. LSE Access to Education Scholarships cover tuition and living costs for asylum seekers, refugees and people with humanitarian protection. Separate scholarships exist for graduate study.
Housing
LSE allocates accommodation to over 4,000 students each year in its own halls, in University of London intercollegiate residences and in private halls. Halls include Robeson House (for graduate students only), Rosebery Hall in Islington and Butler's Wharf Residence near Tower Bridge. LSE also runs a private housing service, can act as rent guarantor and offers short-term rooms in halls over the summer.