London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
London, United Kingdom
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a university in London, Greater London, United Kingdom, ranked QS #62 in the QS World University Rankings (latest edition shown on topuniversities.com, checked September 2026). LSE also appears among the top institutions in 20 subjects in the QS World Unive. Intakes: September.
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) was founded in 1895. It is a world-leading social sciences university on a single campus at Houghton Street in central London (Holborn/Aldwych). It is very selective: about 34,000 undergraduate applications compete for roughly 1,900 places, and meeting the minimum grades does not guarantee an offer. For Bangladeshi students, the key fact is that LSE does NOT accept the Bangladesh HSC for undergraduate entry. You need A-levels (standard offers A*AA–AAB), the IB (37–39 points), or another accepted qualification such as a suitable UK-delivered International Foundation Programme. For master's programmes, LSE asks for the equivalent of a UK 2:1, which it defines for non-UK degrees as at least 70% in final-year exams or a CGPA of at least 3.5/4. Popular programmes often expect First-class-level results. Fees are high: 2027/28 overseas undergraduate fees run from £30,400 to £41,900 a year and master's fees from about £32,000 to £53,600. Needs-based support is available, including the Undergraduate Support Scheme (usually £15,000–£25,000 a year for overseas students) and the Graduate Support Scheme (£5,000–£20,000).
- Ranked #1 in the UK by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025/2026, and top London university in the Complete University Guide for 15 years in a row (2027 edition)
- LSE counts 21 Nobel Prizes (Peace, Economics, Literature) among its staff and alumni, including Philippe Aghion (Economic Sciences)
- Nearly 50 past or present world leaders have studied or taught at LSE
- Among the top institutions in 20 subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026
- Single central-London campus in Holborn, WC2A 2AE
- Needs-based Undergraduate Support Scheme for overseas students (usually £15,000–£25,000 a year, renewable) and Graduate Support Scheme (£5,000–£20,000)
- Its own LSE Language Centre Pre-sessional English programme gives conditional-offer holders a route to meet the English condition
Frequently asked questions
Where is London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) located?
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is in London, Greater London, United Kingdom.
What are the tuition fees at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)?
Published fees at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE): Undergraduate overseas fee 2027/28 - lowest tier (e.g. BSc Economic History, BSc International Relations and Chinese, BSc Language Culture and Society), per year £30,400; Undergraduate overseas fee 2027/28 - e.g. BSc Politics, BSc PPE, BSc Sociology, BA Geography, per year £32,300; Undergraduate overseas fee 2027/28 - BSc International Relations / BSc Politics and International Relations, per year £33,800; Undergraduate overseas fee 2027/28 - BSc Management / LLB Laws / BSc Data Science, per year £37,500; Undergraduate overseas fee 2027/28 - BSc Accounting and Finance / BSc Finance, per year £39,300; Undergraduate overseas fee 2027/28 - BSc Economics (highest tier), per year £41,900. The exact annual fee depends on the course — check each course's page.
What English language score do I need for London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)?
The minimum is an IELTS overall score of 7. Accepted English tests include IELTS Academic (one sitting; valid 2 years), TOEFL iBT (one sitting; valid 2 years), PTE Academic (one sitting; valid 2 years), Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) - does not expire, Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) - does not expire and Trinity College London ISE.
When are the intakes at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)?
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) runs intakes in September. The intake currently open for applications is September 2027 (undergraduate via UCAS; graduate taught programmes open October 2026 with rolling admissions).
Does London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) offer scholarships?
Yes. For example: LSE Undergraduate Support Scheme (Usually £15,000–£25,000 per year (renewable while progress is satisfactory)); Graduate Support Scheme (GSS) (£5,000–£20,000); LSE Master's Awards (Not published - amount set according to need).
How do I apply to London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)?
The steps are: 1. Apply only through UnifinderAi — our counsellors check your eligibility, shortlist the right London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) course and submit your application to the university for you (including the UCAS application for undergraduate courses) 2. Please do not apply directly to the university or through any other agent, portal or platform — duplicate applications can be delayed or withdrawn, and UnifinderAi can only support applications it submits 3. Upload your passport, SSC & HSC certificates and transcripts (plus Bachelor's certificate/transcript for Master's), IELTS/English proof, CV, Statement of Purpose and two references to your UnifinderAi dashboard 4. Receive your offer — UnifinderAi helps you meet any conditions and accept the offer 5. Prepare for the university's credibility / pre-CAS interview with UnifinderAi mock interviews 6. Pay the tuition fee deposit stated in your offer letter — only through the university's official payment method, as guided by UnifinderAi 7. Receive your CAS, then apply for the UK Student visa with UnifinderAi visa support (28-day bank statement, TB test at an approved IOM clinic in Bangladesh, IHS payment) 8. Arrange accommodation and flights, then travel to the UK and complete enrolment