London School of Economics
- Location: London, England
- Minimum GPA: 3.3-3.5
- Language of Instruction: English
- Class Eligibility: Juniors
Introduction
Study abroad students apply to the General Course program at the LSE.
LSE is located on Houghton Street in the borough of Westminster in London. London is the largest city in Europe with a population of about seven million and is a mixture of many ethnicities. Central London is the principal financial district of the United Kingdom and is one of the most important in the world. Westminster occupies much of the central area of Greater London. Aside from a number of large parks, the population density of Westminster is high, and it has an estimated population of 236,000. Some well-known London sites located in Westminster are Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, and 10 Downing Street. Westminster is also home to a large number of companies. Many leading global corporations have chosen to locate their global or European headquarters in Westminster. The borough is also home to the West End, known as the Theatre District, and home to many of the leading performing arts businesses. In addition, Soho and its adjoining areas house a concentration of media and creative companies, and Oxford Street is one of the leading shopping destinations in the world.
- Visa: Additional Visa Information
A student visa is required. See the UK Visa and Immigration website for more information on how to apply. Non-US citizens should consult with the LSE and the Office of International Student Support before applying to the program.
- Fees: Students pay Haverford tuition only to Haverford College. Haverford will then be responsible for submitting tuition payments to the program. Students pay room and board fees directly to LSE.
Academic Overview
Requirements
Students are required to have an interview with Rebecca Avery prior to completing the Declaration of Intent.
Second semester sophomores with a minimum GPA of 3.3 in their intended area of study may apply for a full year of study. Quantitative subjects such as Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics and Economics require a minimum GPA of 3.5 or higher. Students who wish to study Economics should have at least one 300 level math course completed. If not, students should opt for Economic History. Econometrics requires a high level of math preparation. Students without a strong math background should not plan to take econometrics.
Direct Enrollment
There are no American representatives on site. Students work with university personnel in the General Course office.
Academic Credit
Students are required to take 4 yearlong courses at LSE. This is a full course load and is equivalent to 8 Haverford credits. In addition to continuous assessment throughout the year, students take examinations in all subjects. Final exams are comprehensive and scheduled at the end of the academic year. Students must take exams on-site; the schedule is posted on LSE’s website. Students must attend the entire year to receive any credit from Haverford. Students who cannot commit to a year’s study should not apply to this program, as partial credit is never an option. Tuition is for the full year and is not refundable. Major, minor, and concentration transfer credit will only be granted for courses in which students receive a grade of a C or above.
Curriculum
The most competitive departments are Economics, Government and International Relations. Lectures are open to all students.
Course Highlights
Accounting and Finance, Anthropology, Economics, Economic History, Geography, Government (Political Science), International History, International Relations, Law, Management Studies, Mathematics, Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method, Social Psychology, Sociology, Social Policy, Statistics.
Note: Changes occur frequently. Students are responsible for finding the classes they need and consulting the official site of the institution.
Non-Academic Overview
Orientation
Held for three days prior to the beginning of the academic year.
Number of Students
Approximately 11,000 students
Housing/Meal Plans
Residence Halls or apartment, guaranteed. Students are cautioned to select dorms carefully as some are very expensive. Accommodations are scattered throughout the city so students should be prepared to commute from 20 minutes to over an hour each way.
Haverford students may not opt for housing not arranged by the program.
Notes
Additional Resources
Options
- Year only
- Direct Enrollment
Dates
- Semester I: n/a
- Semester II: n/a
- Year: Late September to late June
Application Deadlines
- Semester I: n/a
- Semester II: n/a
- Year: January 30