Participants have the opportunity choose a selection of classes from the LSE catalog, including thought-provoking classes in finance, economics and government on their downtown, urban campus.
Only a short distance from Europe's financial, legal and cultural centers, LSE stands at the crossroads of international debate, fundamental to their identity as an outward looking institution with an active involvement in U.K. and world affairs. Founded in 1895, the university is known for its excellence in quality, high-caliber faculty and Nobel Prize winners. London School of Economics is consistently awarded high international rankings and continues to grow in regard around the world.
Students will also have the opportunity to experience London's world-class museums, theater and dining. Famous landmarks and institutions include Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, The British Museum, The National Gallery, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and West End.
Rolling admissions for Summer have been extended until March 3, 2025.
Academic term: Summer (whole)
2025 program dates:
- Session 1: June 23-July 11
- Session 2: July 14-August 1
- Session 3: August 4-August 22
Credit hours: Varies
Eligibility: BBA students with a minimum GPA of 3.3
GPAs below 3.3 are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Prerequisites: Course-dependent
Program code: 290110
About the Program
Eligibility
This program is open to BBA (business) students only. Students must have a minimum 3.3 GPA and the required course prerequisites. Students with less than a 3.3 GPA will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
All applicants (including freshman applicants with a 0.0 GPA) will be re-assessed for final acceptance after Fall semester grades are posted.
Canfield Business Honors Program students:
LSE courses (both core McCombs degree requirements and electives) can count for Honors credit. These will count toward the student’s maximum limit of 2 non-Honors courses. Contact your CBHP advisor for more information.
Restricted CBHP core
Must be taken in-residence, cohort classes (typically freshmen and sophomore classes)
- BA 324
- MIS 301
- STA 301
- ACC 311
- ACC 312
- MAN 327
- STA 235
- DS 235
Unrestricted CBHP core
Up to two can be taken abroad at non-honors level and count for honors credit.
- OM 235
- FIN 357
- MKT 337
- MAN 336
- LEB 323
Students applying to CBHP should not take any core McCombs degree requirements at LSE. CBHP applicants who wish to attend LSE may take elective courses or consider a May or Summer Term Faculty-Led Progtam instead.
Academics
- Students will choose their own courses from the LSE Summer Course Catalog. Remember to check and to see if you have the required pre-requisites. You must receive a passing grade in any pre-req courses by the end of the spring semester. No pre-req exceptions can be made.
- Course equivalences must be approved by UT and will be published in the My Credit Abroad database. If you wish to have an LSE course evaluated for credit that is not already listed in the MyCA database, please contact our office with the syllabus. Be sure and check to make sure the credit you are seeking has not already been denied by the department.
- Not every course listed in the My Credit Abroad database will be offered during all 3 LSE sessions. Cross check the LSE Summer Course Catalog and MyCA databases linked above to see during which session each course will be offered.
- LSE summer courses are generally equivalent to 3 or 4 UT credit hours. Note: Students enrolled in less than 6 summer credit hours (i.e. less than 2 LSE sessions) will be ineligible for financial aid. Contact Texas One Stop for more information
- Courses will appear on the student’s transcript but will not factor in to the GPA. Courses must be taken for a letter grade (pass/fail is not permitted).
Schedule
LSE offers 3 summer sessions and classes are typically held M-F. Students can only enroll in one course per session and may take up to 3 sessions.
Session 1: Mid-June to early-July
Session 2: Early-July to late-July
Session 3: Late July to mid-August
Note: In order to transfer credit to UT, students must participate in a program with an in-person component. LSE’s 100% online format is not permitted for UT students.
Contact Information
If you have questions about the LSE program, contact our Program Coordinator, Jasmine Bisheh.
Application
LSE Application Process
If you’re interested in applying to the LSE program, you must meet with a study abroad program coordinator. This is required in order to access the application. After this meeting, you’ll be given access to the application and receive details about next steps. Make sure you use application code 290110 (reserved for business majors only).
Non-business majors who wish to apply should contact Texas Global.
Pre-appointment to-dos:
- Before setting up your appointment, we highly recommend attending an info session.
- Think about your goals, start some basic research on LSE’s website (including their FAQ page) and explore the My Credit Abroad Database page for LSE and any required pre-requisites.
- LSE applicants are required to watch a short advising video prior to their appointment. The link to the video will be provided upon scheduling.
Post-appointment and application to-dos:
- After meeting with a study abroad advisor, we encourage you to make an appointment with your academic advisor to discuss how LSE courses will fit into your degree plan.
- Once you’ve submitted your UT application, you will need to submit a separate application to LSE in early January. Students should not submit their application to LSE any earlier.
Tuition & Fees
UT Austin Fees
Application fee: $75
Affiliated studies fee: $600
Required international health insurance: $19/week
LSE Program Fees
LSE Program fees: ~£3,000-£5,500 ($3,275-$5,450 USD)
Cost is dependent on number of sessions enrolled
Get more information about LSE fees
UT Austin students can receive a 10% discount when using code TEX24 in their application submission.
To be eligible for financial aid, students must enroll in at least 2 LSE summer sessions.
View a sample LSE budget for two sessions, including flights, meals, etc.
Learn more about financial aid for international programs at McCombs
Housing & Transportation
Housing
Participants are responsible for finding their own housing.
Students can book accommodations in LSE’s Halls of Residence after they’ve been accepted into the program. Students are not required to live in LSE dorms and can choose to live off-campus.
Transportation
Participants are responsible for booking their own flights to and from London, as well as arraning their own transportation from the airport to housing.
Passports
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the study abroad trip. Texas Global Passport Services can process passport applications.
Passports can take months to be processed. If you’re considering a study abroad program and you do not have a passport (or your passport will expire within 6 months of the end of your program), you should apply for one now.
U.S. Citizens Travelling to London
U.S. citizens traveling to London will not require a visa to study in the United Kingdom for less than 6 months.
Citizens of Other Countries Travelling to London
Depending on nationality, non-US citizens may or may not require a visa. Visit the U.K. Border Agency Home Office for more information.
It’s your responsibility to research requirements for your specific nationality and apply for your visa if necessary. At your request, we will provide additional program-related documentation to support your visa application (e.g. an official acceptance letter, enrollment status, housing, and insurance coverage). We also encourage you to request formal documentation of your enrollment status from the UT Registrar’s Office.
Remember: You are required to notify Texas Global of your travel plans.