London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) Courses and Fees 2026

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a Russell Group university located in London, United Kingdom. LSE offers a wide range of more than 40 undergraduate, over 160 postgraduate, and research programs across areas such as economics, finance, law, international relations, data science, and management.

LSE Annual Tuition Fees 2026:

• Undergraduate: GBP 28,100 – 35,700 | ₹35.3 – 44.9 Lakh
• Postgraduate: GBP 32,500 – 51,000 | ₹40.8 – 64.1 Lakh
• PhD: GBP 21,000 – 23,500 | ₹26.2 – 29.4 Lakh

LSE does not require a mandatory CAS deposit for international students. Students may also receive scholarships ranging from GBP 5,000 to 32,197 (₹6.18 lakh to ₹39.8 lakh) per year, depending on eligibility. International students can pay their tuition fees through the LSE online payment portal, which supports bank transfers, cards, local currency payments, and international payment platforms like Convera.

LSE Fees for Indian Students

The table below provides an overview of the 2026 annual tuition fee range across undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs, along with conversions in Indian Rupees for better understanding.

Also check: Study Guide for Indian students to study in the UK

LSE Fees for Undergraduate Courses 2026

LSE offers over 40 undergraduate courses. As per its 2025 report, LSE received around 30,000 applications for 1,900 places.

• LSE has categorised the subjects into 3 categories:
  • Traditional academic subjects (Maths, Economics, History)
  • Non-preferred subjects (Accounting, Business Studies, Health and Social Care)
  • Excluded subjects (General Studies, Critical Thinking)
• LSE prefers traditional academic subjects and considers subject combinations carefully, with some subjects viewed as less competitive.

LSE Tuition Fees Payment for Indian Students

LSE allows Indian students to pay tuition fees via its online payment portal, with an option to pay in three instalments across the academic year. Pay via the following methods:

• Bank transfer (wire transfer)
• Credit or debit card (except American Express)
• Online international payment platform (Convera GlobalPay)
• eWallet options

The payment allows:

• Payment in local currency (like INR)
• Selection of the country you are paying from (e.g., India)

Note: All payments must be paid through the online payment portal. At the LSE, tuition fees are set in GBP. Still, international students can pay in their local currency via the online payment portal.

Instalment Payment Plans for International Students: If you do not pay full fees, you are placed on a termly payment plan. You must pay 1/3 of the fees by each deadline. The payment deadlines for the 2026–27 academic year, as specified by LSE, are listed below:

• 28 October 2026
• 28 January 2027
• 28 April 2027

Also read: LSE Rankings 2026

How to Pay the International Tuition Fees at LSE?

• Log in to the student portal (LSE for You): Access your personal finance section to view fee details and payment options.
• Check your total payable amount: Review your tuition fees, including any scholarships, discounts, or prior payments.
• Select a suitable payment method
• Enter payment details and complete the transaction: Ensure all details (amount, student ID/reference number) are correctly entered before confirming.
• Download and keep the payment confirmation: Save the receipt as proof for records, visa purposes, or future reference.
• Wait for payment processing: Payments (especially bank transfers) may take a few working days to reflect in your account.
• Verify updated fee status: Log back into the portal to confirm that your payment has been received and recorded.
• Follow the instalment plan (if applicable): If not paying in full, pay fees in three instalments across the academic year (October, January, April).

Important Tips:

• Always include your student ID/reference number.
• Do not apply for a visa until your CAS reflects any payment made.
• Keep proof of payment for future reference.

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