London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

Overview

This program is only offered for the full academic year.

Not all programs open in the second round of applications.

Learn more about the application process and deadlines for each round.

LSE’s academics are at the cutting-edge of the social sciences, influencing opinion and helping shape society.

What is unique about this program?

The General Course at the LSE allows students from overseas universities to spend a full academic year at LSE from late September through to early June. They do not offer any single semester/term options, largely due to the fact that most of our modules span the full year, but also because the institution believes you need at least a year to get the most out of LSE and London!

As a General Course student, you’ll be able to study any combination of more than 300 available courses covering the full range of social science subjects, and you will be fully integrated as an undergraduate student at the world's leading dedicated social science institution. The LSE offers courses in the following subjects to General Course program participants:

What is unique about London?

London, as a major center of the cultural, social, diplomatic, financial and intellectual life of the country, is an attractive and popular city for overseas students, combining important aspects of British culture and a cosmopolitan atmosphere not found in any other city in the UK.

How do I get more information about the LSE?

Browse through course options and information
Read up on the LSE's optional internship opportunities
Information and next steps for accepted students
More information about London life
Contact the LSE's study abroad team any time for questions about the application and admission process

Academic Calendar

Academic year: late-September - late-June

For specific dates, refer to the LSE's Academic Calendar

Things to Consider Before Applying

Review the information on the Education Abroad Office’s Get Started page for important considerations on academics and finances, and a guide to next steps.
Connect with a potential reference as the external application requires two academic references.
Still have questions? Visit the Get Advice page and learn how to connect with an Education Abroad Advisors.
Connect with past participants to learn more about the on-site experience.
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How do I apply?

Applying to study abroad is a two-step process. For more information, visit Apply for Semester and Year on the Education Abroad website.

For Cornell Approval, click on the "Apply" button on this webpage. Applications are reviewed by Education Abroad. See timeline. Students who secure a space follow Step 2.

For Program Admission, complete an external application directly on the program’s webpage, using the link in the “Snapshot” section on this page by the external deadline. (Note: This deadline will differ from the general Cornell deadline for approval.)

The external application requires two academic references that must come from a faculty or graduate assistant. Applicants will input the reference's contact information in their external application and the reference will automatically be sent a prompt.