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London School of Economics and Political Science

  • Required GPA: 3.3 (4.0 scale)
  • Length of program: Session I: Early July to late July
    Sessions I and II: Early July to mid-August
  • Application deadlines: March 15
  • Program advisor: Ashley Crow
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Program Snapshot

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We’re so excited that you’re considering an IFSA-Butler program for your summer abroad and have chosen the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) as your destination. London is a vibrant, international city with a wonderfully diverse population. We’re sure you’re going to love studying there!

There are a few specific forms for this program that you will need to complete along with your IFSA-Butler application. You can find the forms under the Forms tab.

What the LSE Summer Program has to offer

  • International recognition for its focus on teaching and research
  • Student body from more than 80 countries
  • Classes with professionals from the United Nations, World Health Organization and leading international banks
  • Location in the heart of central London
  • Libraries, computing facilities, students’ union and access to the University of London Union, which includes restaurants, market, concert hall, music room, entertainment complex, gym, heated pool, sports courts and meeting rooms

Housing

  • Single rooms in LSE High Holborn housing
  • Some twin rooms may be available
  • Students purchase or prepare their own meals

Academics

  • Students may attend the first three-week session or attend both three-week sessions
  • Students take one course per session, each worth 3 U.S. semester credit hours
  • Courses are taught by LSE’s renowned faculty
  • Classes meet Monday through Friday and include a three-hour morning lecture followed by a one-hour class in the afternoon
  • Choose from courses in accounting and finance; economics; international relations, government and society; law; and management


We look forward to working with you!


Academics

Courses

Where can I find a list of courses that the university offers?
Open the LSE online course catalog.

What courses am I eligible to take?
As an IFSA-Butler student, you are entitled to enroll in undergraduate courses for which you are qualified and in which space is available. Course descriptions in the online course catalog (see above) include prerequisites you must fulfill in order to enroll in each course.

For each course that you list on your preference form, be sure to check the following:

  • When determining which courses to take, please bear in mind that the England academic system is an intensive, three-year program.
    • First-year (100 level) courses are appropriate for departments in which you have little or no prior experience.
    • Second-year (200 level) courses will be equivalent to advanced-sophomore or junior-level U.S. courses.
    • Third-year (300 level) courses will be equivalent to senior-level U.S. courses.

What if I need to take a required course?
Please be aware that IFSA-Butler cannot guarantee that your host university will offer a particular course, or that you will be allowed to take that particular course. However, if you need to take a required course, you may indicate that it is required on your course preference form. Your IFSA-Butler program advisor will communicate your needs to your host university.


Course Restrictions

Students may only enroll in courses for which they meet the prerequisites. They may only enroll in one course per session.

Credits

How many courses am I able to take, and how do I determine U.S. semester credit hours?
IFSA-Butler requires students to enroll in a full course load at the host institution. The number of courses you take depends on the credit value of the courses you select. Students are permitted to take one course per session at LSE. Each course is worth 3 U.S. semester credit hours.

Registration

What are the registration conditions?
You must take a full LSE Summer course load as determined by IFSA-Butler. Credit will be awarded on a Butler University transcript based on a typical U.S. full course load. All courses are graded on an A–F scale, and there is no provision for pass/fail or auditing courses unless pass/fail is the only method of assessment for the course. You are not allowed to register for online, distance education or hybrid courses.

You should also be aware that you may be charged additional fees by your home institution or host university to take or process additional credits. Taking less than a full course load may jeopardize your student status and result in personal academic repercussions and/or loss of financial aid.

The course preference form is not a registration form; it is a guideline to let your host university know which courses you are interested in taking abroad. You should discuss your course selections with your academic advisor at your home institution and have several backup choices in mind.

Exams

What do I need to know about exams?
Because of the differences in the academic systems, you will not know your exam schedule until after you arrive at your host university. Please refer to your program calendar to review the exam period for your host university. Your host university’s policies do not permit you to reschedule any exams, request alternate assessments or arrange to have your exams proctored in the United States. If this occurs, IFSA-Butler cannot assist you in conducting query or academic follow-up for the course in which you made this arrangement. You will need to complete and submit all academic work prior to departing the program.

Transcripts

How will my home university know what my classes were and what grades I received?
After you have returned to the U.S., your home university will receive a Butler University transcript with the credit you earned at LSE Summer. The Butler University transcript will report the equivalent U.S. semester credit hours and letter grades. We also will send an official transcript to your permanent address.

 


Housing

Housing Options

What are my housing options?
LSE Summer students stay in High Holborn accomodations during their summer abroad.

High Holborn can accommodate students in mostly single rooms and some in twin rooms with private toilet and shower facilities. The hall is divided into flats, comprised of four or five bedrooms with a shared kitchen and bathroom. All single rooms have washbasins and there are extra bathroom facilities on each floor.

Location:
The residence is situated within 10-minute walk of LSE in the heart of London's Theatre district, close to Covent Garden, Oxford Street, Leicester Square and Soho.

Facilities:
Students have access to two TV rooms, a large communal lounge, a pool table and a computer room. There is also an inexpensive coin-operated laundry. The building has good access for disabled students and there are a number of en suite, disabled facility bedrooms and modified kitchens.

Cleaning and bed linen:
The overall cleanliness within each flat is the responsibility of the student residents. However, the bathrooms, kitchens and all communal areas will be cleaned on a regular basis by residence staff. The hall provides duvets and pillows; residents must supply their own bed linen and towels.

Meals

Meal Plan and Cooking facilities:
High Holborn residences receive a continental breakfast each morning included in their housing fees. Students are responsible to shop and prepare for all other meals. Each kitchen contains a stove and refrigerator. There is also a microwave, electric kettle and toaster.

 

Housing FAQs

Is my housing included in the program fee?
Yes. Your program fee includes accommodation at the university while classes are in session. You will be responsible for the cost of your meals (whether a meal plan or self-catered) and any commuting costs you may incur.

When will I receive my housing assignment?
You will most likely receive your housing assignment one to two weeks before your departure. However, in some cases you may not receive your housing assignment until you arrive in England for orientation. Your program advisor will notify you of your housing assignment via e-mail when it is released by the university.

Please keep in mind that while IFSA-Butler guarantees housing, we cannot guarantee your preferences.

Do I have to pay a housing deposit?
No. Summer students are not required to pay a housing deposit.

Can I arrange my own housing?
Yes. IFSA-Butler recognizes that some students require independent housing for their time abroad. If you choose not to take advantage of our guaranteed housing, you may sign up for independent housing on the housing preference form. Once you’ve made this choice, we will not provide housing for you or bill you for the accommodation fee.

Please be advised that housing costs can be high abroad, and many times students living independently end up spending more money than students living in IFSA-Butler arranged housing. If you are hoping to save money by arranging housing on your own, please research your options early so you can compare costs. You must notify us of your intention to live in independent housing May 1 for summer programs. We are not able to accommodate independent housing requests after this date.

 

Location Info

Living and Studying Abroad in London, England

About London
Population: 9 million
Location: Southeast England

City features

  • One of the most cosmopolitan, hip cities in the world, with an atmosphere of excitement and sophistication
  • A major global city with remarkable cultural, historic, artistic, political and intellectual offerings
  • Home to many universities scattered throughout different neighborhoods, each with its own atmosphere and attractions
  • A diverse population with more than 300 languages spoken within the city
  • One of the world's leading business and financial centers


Do more!

  • Use London's excellent transportation links to explore continental Europe
  • Take advantage of Britain's extensive rail system to visit other areas of the U.K.
  • Take a break from the constant bustle of London and experience the beautiful and historic regions of England

Links
Visit London
London On Line
London Net
Time Out: London
London Town
London Transport
BBC

 

 

Dates & Fees

Program Dates

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Your program end date may change due to circumstances beyond IFSA-Butler's control. Upon arrival at your host university, be sure to verify your exam schedule and program end date. We also strongly recommend that you investigate fees and penalties associated with your airline tickets in case you need to make date or route changes.

Program housing is available only until the day shown on the calendar as “Program ends.”

Exams must be taken where and when scheduled. Under no circumstances may students request that an exam time be changed.  

Program Fees

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What's included in our summer program fees
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Summer Payment Due: May 15
Academic Year Payment Due: July 1

Program Fee Bills
IFSA-Butler will send a single bill for the entire program fee, which includes tuition, services and housing. Students who opt for independent housing will not be charged the housing component of the program fee.

Housing
The housing component of our program fee is based on the average cost of local student self-catering accommodation, usually a shared room in a regular dormitory, apartment or house without any extra features.

† Housing Deposit
Academic year students are required to pay a housing deposit of $300. This payment is in addition to the program fee but is due on the same date. The deposit is held separately from the program fee and should be paid separately. The deposit is refunded to the student after the program, less any damages, fines or outstanding debts in the student’s name. Students in summer programs do not pay the $300 housing deposit.

Personal Cost Estimates

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These figures are designed to assist students with financial planning but are only estimates based on past students’ experiences at the current exchange rate. They do not include any entertainment or vacation travel costs.

The above numbers are general estimates of expenses during a program abroad. We recommend taking into account your current spending habits, the cost of living in your host country and the current exchange rate. Your IFSA-Butler program advisor can be helpful as you attempt to work on a personal budget for your experience abroad.

Personal Miscellaneous: Covers general expenses of college life, including course supplies, photocopying, toiletries, snacks, personal care, etc.

Commuting: Estimates are for transportation between housing and university. Transportation for personal or recreational purposes is not included in the above estimates.

All costs are in U.S. dollars.

Forms

To apply to the LSE summer program, use our easy online application.

Applicants to the LSE summer program must complete additional forms as part of the application process:

We must receive these forms before we can send your application to LSE for an admissions decision. They can be sent to IFSA-Butler via email, fax or regular mail. Please submit these forms with the remainder of your program application.

If you have already started an application to the LSE summer program, you can track which forms IFSA-Butler has received by logging into the student portal.

 

Meet Your IFSA-Butler Team

IFSA-Butler has a dedicated team of staff who are here to help students prepare for their program in London:

ashley crow2Program Advisor Ashley Crow assists with the application process and is here to answer program, cultural and academic questions before departure. Ashley can be reached at the email link above or at 800-858-0229, extn. 3638. Ashley completed her undergraduate coursework at Drake University where she began a study abroad program with IFSA-Butler in Egypt during the spring of 2011. After political evacuation from Egypt, she continued her studies for 11 months in Morocco. While abroad, Ashley interned with Transparency Maroc, the local anti-corruption agency branch of Transparency International, and later interned with the Iowa International Center. Ashley currently advises students planning on studying abroad in England and the Middle East.


altStudent Accounts Coordinator Angelita Shaffer assists with the financial side of study abroad and processes payments and invoices. Angelita can be reached at the email link above or at 317-940-4221.

 



 

altStudent & Parent Services Manager Donnetta Spears is available to both students and parents for travel questions and information. Donnetta has worked with IFSA-Butler since 2000, and she has traveled through parts of Europe, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand. As the mother of 4 college students (including one who studied abroad on an IFSA-Butler program), she has a deep understanding of the ins-and-outs of study abroad from a parent perspective. Donnetta can be reached at the email link above or at 317-940-4252.



Once abroad, our students are in the capable hands of our on-site office, including our resident directors. Click here to read more about Resident Directors Lynne Alvarez and Andrew Williams.


altUpon return from your study abroad program, Assistant Director for Academic Affairs Rhonda Hinkle processes your Butler University transcript and assists with any academic record queries. Rhonda completed her undergraduate coursework at the University of Evansville and received her master's degree from Bowling Green State University. Currently she is working on her Doctorate in Adult, Community and Higher Education at Ball State University. For Rhonda, study abroad not only increased her awareness of the world around her but also ignited her passion for travel and education. Rhonda can be reached at the email link above or at 800-858-0229 ext. 4259.

 

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