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The London School of Economics and Political Science

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Overview

Established in 1895, The London School of Economics and Political Science is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of London (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 129-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LSE also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Control Typepublic

Entity

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The London School of Economics and Political Science' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym LSE
Founded 1895
Motto Rerum cognoscere causas
To know the causes of things
Mascot Beaver
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address Houghton Street
London
WC2A 2AE London
United Kingdom
The London School of Economics and Political Science's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
The London School of Economics and Political Science Phone Number +44 (20) 7405 7686
The London School of Economics and Political Science Fax Number +44 (20) 7955 6001

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following The London School of Economics and Political Science's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The London School of Economics and Political Science's academic range and degree level offering.



The London School of Economics and Political Science: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

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Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This The London School of Economics and Political Science's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at The London School of Economics and Political Science.

The London School of Economics and Political Science: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)		 17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)		 17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic The London School of Economics and Political Science's admission information.

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has The London School of Economics and Political Science a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The London School of Economics and Political Science's acceptance rate range is not reported.


The London School of Economics and Political Science's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

8,000 international students

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Admission Office Admission Office

Houghton Street
London WC2A 2AE
(20) 7955 6613
(20) 7955 7125

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The London School of Economics and Political Science.

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

The London School of Economics and Political Science has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Control Type Control Type

The London School of Economics and Political Science is a public higher education institution.


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Entity Type Entity Type

The London School of Economics and Political Science is a non-profit higher education institution.


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

The London School of Economics and Political Science does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of The London School of Economics and Political Science's main facilities:


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Library University Library

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The London School of Economics and Political Science's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of The London School of Economics and Political Science's main services:


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

The London School of Economics and Political Science's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on The London School of Economics and Political Science's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


The London School of Economics and Political Science's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The London School of Economics and Political Science is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1900


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The London School of Economics and Political Science's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Bar Standards Board (BSB)
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
  • Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Royal Statistical Society (RSS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Russell Group
  • Universities UK

Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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