The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is offering an incredible opportunity for international applicants through its Executive MSc in Cities Scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year. This scholarship program is designed to support professionals pursuing the Executive MSc in Cities program and help them overcome financial challenges to begin their transformative educational journey at LSE.

This scholarship program includes three types of awards:

1. Bloomberg Scholarships for Public Service: These awards offer up to £42,200 to cover full tuition fees and are intended for public sector leaders aiming to improve public services.
2. LSE Cities Scholarships: This scholarship provides up to £10,000 in financial support for tuition fees and is open to applicants from diverse professional backgrounds.
3. LSE Cities Alumni Scholarships: Alumni contributions fund this scholarship, offering up to £10,000 towards tuition fees for outstanding applicants.

These scholarships are competitive, with selection based on academic merit and financial need. Academic merit is assessed through the information provided in the program application, while financial need is determined based on the Executive MSc in Cities Scholarship Application Form.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: 31 March 2025, 12:00 (noon GMT)
• Program Intake: September 2025
• Program Type: Part-time, 18 months
• Study Language: English
• Host Country: United Kingdom

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be applying for the Executive MSc in Cities program for the September 2025 intake.
• Bloomberg Scholarships are aimed at public sector professionals globally.
• LSE Cities Scholarships are open to individuals from all professional fields and nationalities.
• LSE Cities Alumni Scholarships are available to applicants with demonstrated financial need.

Required Documents

To apply, candidates must submit:

• A completed Executive MSc in Cities Scholarship Application Form.
• A valid application to the Executive MSc in Cities program through LSE Graduate Admissions.
• Financial verification documents (e.g., pay slips, bank statements, employment contracts).
• Verified translations of non-English documents.
• Two references submitted directly by referees to LSE Graduate Admissions by 2 April 2025.

How to Apply

1. Submit your application for the Executive MSc in Cities program through LSE Graduate Admissions by 31 March 2025.
2. Complete the Scholarship Application Form for one or more scholarships: Bloomberg Scholarships, LSE Cities Scholarships, or LSE Cities Alumni Scholarships.
3. Ensure that your referees submit their references by 2 April 2025.
4. Attach all required documents, including financial verification materials.
5. Submit your completed application and monitor your email for updates.

Apply for Admission

Apply for Scholarship

The official LSE website provides further details and information regarding  the LSE Executive MSc in Cities Scholarships.