LSE Graduate Support Scheme
London School of Economics (LSE) · All India
Amount
£5,000 to £20,000, (approx. ₹21.0 Lakh+)
Deadline
31 Oct
Status
Open now
Provider Type
University
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
Comprehensive guide for LSE Graduate Support Scheme. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.
Benefits & Financial Support
£5,000 to £20,000, (approx. ₹21.0 Lakh+)
The LSE Graduate Support Scheme (GSS) provides awards ranging from £5,000 to £20,000, depending on the applicant's financial need. These awards are intended to supplement existing funding for tuition fees and living costs, not to provide a full funding package. The award is primarily applied towards tuition fees, with any remaining amount disbursed for living costs in instalments. (Approximate conversion used: 1 GBP = 105 INR, so £5,000 = ~525,000 INR and £20,000 = ~2,100,000 INR).
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Open to all applicants for diploma and taught master's study at LSE.
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Not open to applicants undertaking specific modular or executive programmes such as the MSc Finance (Part-time), MSc Health Economics, Policy and Management, and MSc International Strategy and Diplomacy.
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Double degree students are eligible for the GSS during their time at LSE.
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Must demonstrate financial need, as the scheme is means-tested.
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Applicants are expected to have secured or be in the process of securing other sources of funding, as GSS awards are supplementary.
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Must have received an unconditional or conditional offer of admission to an eligible programme by the scholarship application deadline.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: Masters, PG
- Course / stream: Masters, PG
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General, OBC, SC, ST
- Domicile: All India
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Completed LSE Graduate Financial Support Application (submitted online via the Graduate Applicant Portal)
- —Detailed financial information, including all secured or expected funding sources (e.g., family contributions, other scholarships, loans)
- —Evidence of household income (e.g., P60, annual accountant's statement, employment contract/letter, tax return summary) if applicable
- —Personal Statement (maximum 8,000 characters including spaces) explaining the need for financial support, background, academic interests, career objectives, and how LSE studies contribute to these. This statement is mandatory for consideration for all LSE funding, including the GSS and other LSE scholarships.
Selection Process
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Selection for the LSE Graduate Support Scheme is based solely on demonstrated financial need (means-tested)
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Academic merit is not a factor in the GSS assessment
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The online application automatically calculates an outcome based on the financial information provided
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After submitting the Graduate Financial Support Application, applicants typically receive a decision on their GSS eligibility via the Graduate Applicant Portal within 24 hours
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Completing the personal statement also allows consideration for other LSE scholarships that may factor in academic merit.
Renewal Policy
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For programmes longer than one year, the award is usually renewable for subsequent academic years
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Renewal is subject to satisfactory academic progress and the applicant's financial circumstances remaining unchanged
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Any changes in financial circumstances, fee status, mode of study, or programme of study may lead to a review, amendment, or withdrawal of the award.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Apply for Admission
Submit an application for admission to a diploma or taught master's programme at LSE.
- 2Access Applicant Portal
Once your admission application is submitted, you will receive an email confirming receipt and providing access to the LSE Graduate Applicant Portal.
- 3Complete Financial Support Application
Within the Graduate Applicant Portal, locate and complete the LSE Graduate Financial Support online application.
- 4Provide Financial Details
Accurately fill in all sections, providing detailed financial information, including all secured or expected funding sources and personal/household income.
- 5Write Personal Statement
Complete the personal statement section (up to 8,000 characters) explaining your need for financial support and relevant background information. This ensures consideration for the GSS and other LSE scholarships.
- 6Submit Application
Submit the Graduate Financial Support application by the specified deadline (for 2026 entry, the deadline was 5pm GMT on Thursday, April 23, 2026). You must also hold an unconditional or conditional offer of admission to an eligible programme by this deadline.
- 7Receive Decision
You will typically receive an outcome decision on your GSS eligibility via the Graduate Applicant Portal within 24 hours of submission.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
31 October 2026
The official application deadline for the LSE Graduate Support Scheme for the 2026/2027 academic intake was April 23, 2026. Applications for 2026 entry have now closed. Information for the 2027/2028 intake deadlines is not yet available.
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is the LSE Graduate Support Scheme still active for the 2026/2027 academic year?
Yes, the LSE Graduate Support Scheme (GSS) was active for the 2026/2027 academic year. However, the application deadline for 2026 entry (including the 2026/2027 academic year) was 5pm GMT on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Does the LSE Graduate Support Scheme cover the full cost of study?
No, the GSS is designed to supplement existing funding for tuition fees and living costs, not to provide a full funding package. Awards range from £5,000 to £20,000, depending on individual financial need. Applicants are encouraged to secure other sources of funding.
Is academic merit considered for the LSE Graduate Support Scheme?
No, the LSE Graduate Support Scheme is strictly a need-based award. It is means-tested and assesses applicants based on their financial circumstances, not academic merit. However, completing the personal statement in the Graduate Financial Support Application also allows you to be considered for other LSE scholarships, some of which may be merit-based.
How do I apply for the LSE Graduate Support Scheme?
To apply, you must first submit an application for admission to an eligible LSE diploma or taught master's programme. Once your admission application is processed, you will gain access to the Graduate Applicant Portal, where you can find and complete the LSE Graduate Financial Support online application. This form requires detailed financial information and a personal statement.
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