London School of Economics and Political Science: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #149 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #45 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #16 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #14 of 131 | In England |
| #4 of 35 | In London |
| #1 of 1,361 | For Political Economy |
| Top10 | For 12 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 65,522 scientific papers published and 2,024,323 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Political Science, Law, Economics, Sociology, Environmental Science, Business, Philosophy, Computer Science, and History.
London School of Economics and Political Science majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 482 | 3943 |
| 1993 | 441 | 3917 |
| 1994 | 478 | 4379 |
| 1995 | 589 | 6346 |
| 1996 | 660 | 5626 |
| 1997 | 580 | 6025 |
| 1998 | 714 | 7390 |
| 1999 | 753 | 8921 |
| 2000 | 944 | 11416 |
| 2001 | 983 | 14660 |
| 2002 | 998 | 17162 |
| 2003 | 1210 | 21607 |
| 2004 | 1396 | 26118 |
| 2005 | 1421 | 29146 |
| 2006 | 1477 | 30660 |
| 2007 | 1747 | 36593 |
| 2008 | 1683 | 42957 |
| 2009 | 2062 | 49673 |
| 2010 | 2243 | 55118 |
| 2011 | 2343 | 63584 |
| 2012 | 2282 | 70663 |
| 2013 | 2480 | 79423 |
| 2014 | 2413 | 87673 |
| 2015 | 2623 | 90309 |
| 2016 | 2423 | 90077 |
| 2017 | 2629 | 95275 |
| 2018 | 2938 | 108381 |
| 2019 | 2684 | 125844 |
| 2020 | 3317 | 146102 |
| 2021 | 3211 | 156741 |
| 2022 | 2658 | 148545 |
| 2023 | 2682 | 157542 |
| 2024 | 1902 | 152344 |
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
- politicianjournalistanti-communistwriternaval officer
- Biography
-
John Fitzgerald Kennedy, also known by his initials as JFK, was the 35th president of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. He was the youngest person elected president at 43 years. 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 United States 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
- writerentrepreneurbusiness magnatephilosopherinvestor
- Biography
-
George Soros is an American investor 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. In 2020, 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
- record producersingerpoetcomposersinger-songwriter
- Biography
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Sir Michael Philip Jagger is an English musician. He is best known as the lead singer and one of the founder members of the Rolling Stones. Jagger has co-written most of the band's songs with lead guitarist Keith Richards; their songwriting partnership is one of the most successful in rock music history. 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. Early in his 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
- theologianoratorautobiographerhumanitarianrevolutionary
- Biography
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Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was an Indian economist, jurist, social reformer and political leader who chaired the committee that drafted the Constitution of India based on the debates of the Constituent Assembly of India and the first draft of Sir Benegal Narsing Rau. Ambedkar served as Law and Justice minister in the first cabinet of Jawaharlal Nehru. He later renounced Hinduism, converted to Buddhism and inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement.
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 | 8,800,000 |