QS Rank:

49

London School of Economics

London
,United Kingdom

Program Name
PhD in Social Policy

Deadline
January 14th, 2026
Overview

Total Tuition Fees
$70,500
Ranking
#244
US World and News Report
#27
The World University Rankings
#49
QS World University Rankings
Class Profile

Admission Policy
Competitive
Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Social Policy, Public Policy.

At least 3.3 / 4.0 undergraduate GPA is expected.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
7

TOEFL
107

Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

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Application Deadlines
| Application and funding deadline | |
|---|---|
| Fall | Jan 14, 2026 |
Fees and Funding
Tuition for international PhD students is £23,500 per year for Years 1-3 (2025/26), approximate total £70,500 for a standard 3-year PhD at current rates. Funding options include LSE PhD Studentships, a Social Policy PhD Studentship, and ESRC funding. The Department does not normally allow self-funded students.
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