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.
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Name | The London School of Economics and Political Science |
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Acronym | LSE |
Founded | 1895 |
Motto | Rerum cognoscere causas To know the causes of things |
Mascot | Beaver |
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Address | Houghton Street London WC2A 2AE London United Kingdom |
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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.
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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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This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has The London School of Economics and Political Science a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.
The London School of Economics and Political Science's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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The London School of Economics and Political Science has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).
The London School of Economics and Political Science is a public higher education institution.
The London School of Economics and Political Science is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
The London School of Economics and Political Science does not have any religious affiliation.
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This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
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This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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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
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