London School of Economics and Political Science: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #156 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #50 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #16 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #14 of 131 | In England |
| #4 of 35 | In London |
| #1 of 1,244 | For Political Economy |
| Top10 | For 11 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 8%
- Enrollment
- 9,218
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.lse.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 8% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | General Certificate of Education (GCE) with grades AAB at Advanced ('A') level or equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | October to July (October - December; January-March; April-July) |
| Enrollment | 9,218 |
We've calculated the 8% acceptance rate for London School of Economics and Political Science based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
London School of Economics and Political Science is a world-class research university with 55,958 scientific papers published and 1,287,792 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Political Science, Law, Economics, Sociology, Business, Environmental Science, Philosophy, Computer Science, and History.
London School of Economics and Political Science majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 441 | 2392 |
| 1992 | 415 | 2550 |
| 1993 | 401 | 2556 |
| 1994 | 437 | 2770 |
| 1995 | 519 | 4061 |
| 1996 | 579 | 3743 |
| 1997 | 546 | 4087 |
| 1998 | 666 | 4976 |
| 1999 | 666 | 6272 |
| 2000 | 844 | 8141 |
| 2001 | 840 | 10570 |
| 2002 | 919 | 12185 |
| 2003 | 1071 | 15363 |
| 2004 | 1261 | 18498 |
| 2005 | 1284 | 20759 |
| 2006 | 1377 | 21285 |
| 2007 | 1518 | 25699 |
| 2008 | 1510 | 29958 |
| 2009 | 1841 | 35088 |
| 2010 | 1944 | 38870 |
| 2011 | 2050 | 44477 |
| 2012 | 1998 | 50298 |
| 2013 | 2194 | 57393 |
| 2014 | 2192 | 63565 |
| 2015 | 2278 | 64536 |
| 2016 | 2237 | 63509 |
| 2017 | 2313 | 64857 |
| 2018 | 2429 | 74377 |
| 2019 | 2245 | 83897 |
| 2020 | 2632 | 95794 |
| 2021 | 2757 | 102527 |
| 2022 | 2258 | 99558 |
| 2023 | 2237 | 102553 |
Tuition
The tuition table for London School of Economics and Political Science gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | £9,250 - £23,500 |
| Graduate (Masters) | £15,100 - £31,500 |
| Graduate (PhD) | £4,410 - £20,100 |
All costs are in British pounds (GBP).
The London School of Economics and Political Science has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by London School of Economics and Political Science.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | No | No | No |
| Environmental Science | No | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Doctorate | Accountancy, Anthropology, Development Studies, Economics, Environmental Studies, European Studies, Finance, Gender Studies, Geography, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Mathematics, Media Studies, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Sociology |
|---|
London School of Economics and Political Science alumni
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John F. Kennedy
- Occupations
- naval officerwriteranti-communistjournalistpolitician
- Biography
-
John Fitzgerald Kennedy, often referred to as JFK or Jack, was an American politician who served as the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. He was the youngest person elected president. Kennedy served at the height of the Cold War, and the majority of his foreign policy concerned relations with the Soviet Union and Cuba. A Democrat, Kennedy represented Massachusetts in both houses of the U.S. Congress prior to his presidency.
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George Soros
- Enrolled in the London School of Economics and Political Science
- In 1954 graduated with Bachelor of Science
- Occupations
- bankerinvestorinternational forum participantphilanthropistentrepreneur
- Biography
-
George Soros is a Hungarian-American billionaire hedge fund manager and philanthropist. As of October 2023, he had a net worth of US$6.7 billion, having donated more than $32 billion to the Open Society Foundations, of which $15 billion has already been distributed, representing 64% of his original fortune. Forbes called Soros the "most generous giver" (in terms of percentage of net worth). He is a resident of New York.
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Mick Jagger
- Occupations
- guitaristactorsinger-songwritercomposerpoet
- Biography
-
Sir Michael Philip Jagger is an English singer, songwriter, actor, filmmaker, and dancer. He is the front man and one of the founder members of the rock band the Rolling Stones. Jagger has written most of the band's songs alongside lead guitarist Keith Richards; their songwriting partnership is one of the most successful in history, and they continue to collaborate musically. His career has spanned over six decades, and he has been widely described as one of the most popular and influential front men in the history of rock music. His distinctive voice and energetic live performances, along with Richards' guitar style, have been the Rolling Stones' trademark throughout the band's career. Jagger gained notoriety for his romantic involvements and illicit drug use, and has often been portrayed as a countercultural figure.
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Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar
- Years
- 1891-1956 (aged 65)
- Occupations
- freedom fighterbarristereducational theoristbibliographersocial reformer
- Biography
-
Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, economist, social reformer and political leader who headed the committee drafting the Constitution of India from the Constituent Assembly debates, served as Law and Justice minister in the first cabinet of Jawaharlal Nehru, and inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement after renouncing Hinduism.
London School of Economics and Political Science faculties and divisions
| Department/Division : Accountancy | Accountancy, Finance |
|---|---|
| Department/Division : Anthropology | Anthropology |
| Department/Division : Economic History | Economic History |
| Department/Division : Economics | Banking, Economics, International Economics, Social Policy, Statistics |
| Department/Division : Finance | Finance |
| Department/Division : Geography and Environment | Environmental Studies, Geography |
| Department/Division : Government | Government |
| Department/Division : International History | History, International Studies |
| Department/Division : International Relations | International Relations and Diplomacy, Peace and Disarmament |
| Department/Division : Law | Law |
| Department/Division : Management | Management |
| Department/Division : Mathematics | Mathematics |
| Department/Division : Media and Communications | Media Studies |
| Department/Division : Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method | Logic, Philosophy |
| Department/Division : Social Policy | Demography and Population, Health Administration, Social Policy, Social Work, Town Planning |
| Department/Division : Sociology | Psychology, Sociology |
| Department/Division : Statistics | Statistics |
| Institute : Development Studies | Development Studies |
| Institute : European Studies | European Studies |
| Institute : Gender Studies | Gender Studies |
| Institute : Management | Business Administration, Management, Public Administration |
| Research Division : Asia | Asian Studies |
| Research Division : Economics and Finance in South Africa | African Studies, Economics, Finance |
| Unit : Business History | Business and Commerce |
General information
| Alternative names | LSE |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1895 |
| Motto | Rerum cognoscere causas |
Location and contacts
| Address | Houghton Street London, WC2A 2AE United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 8,908,000 |