Summary
LSE is one of the world's leading social science specialist universities, with a global reputation, community and outlook. Home is a campus in the very heart of London. Students are empowered and inspired by a research-rich education from academics and experts, and wide-ranging resources and opportunities. Students develop the skills, experience, and connections they need to make their own impact in the world – now and in the future.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate42%Postgraduate58%
Study mode
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Full-time96%Part-time4%
Student population MEDIUM
- 10,001–15,000 students
Where students come from
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UK33%International49%EU18%
Student gender
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Male 44%Female 56%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2024
Overall ranking
3rd out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000955 96%3rd
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Entry standards
/ Max 212195 92%8th
1 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.91 78%58th
2 -
Research quality
/ Max 43.53 88%2nd
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.65 65%30th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 30331868 62%51st
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2103789 38%33rd
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.312.89th
2 -
Continuation
/ Max 10099.1 99%2nd
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10087.4 87%6th
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Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10078.6 79%31st
Subject League Tables 2024
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 100100.0 100%1st
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Entry standards
/ Max 227181 80%5th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.14 83%19th
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Research quality
/ Max 43.56 89%1st
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Continuation
/ Max 10099.0 99%5th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10094.0 94%2nd
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Campus locations
Study options
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For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
London School of Economics and Political Science is proud of its high-quality research, teaching and facilities, find them on our league table to see where they rank and how their strengths can help your university experience. London School of Economics will help you develop valuable employability and life skills by offering courses that can be taken with a placement or internship, opportunities to broaden your experience by going overseas, and a wide variety of clubs and societies to join.
A degree is a fantastic way to explore subjects you are interested in more in-depth and to work in a field that interests you after graduation. If you do something you enjoy, you'll never work a day in your life! If you are keen to stay in education, an undergraduate degree means you can go on to a master's degree or a PhD to become an expert in your field of interest.
Free Wi-Fi is available in halls, as well as shared kitchen and dining facilities, and communal areas. Adapted and accessible rooms are available for disabled students.