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Your PhD application

Application process

We accept applications for our doctoral programmes throughout the year. The process is outlined below.

Preparing a research proposal

All applications for UK, EU and International applicants must be completed using our online application system where you can complete the form, upload your supporting documents and track the progress of your application. It's best to apply early as competition for places is intense.

The online system will require you to provide the below documents:

• Degree transcripts for undergraduate and Master's study
• Two references (at least one should be an academic reference)
• A research proposal, which will help us identify an appropriate supervisor(s) for your areas of research.

A PhD thesis is a structured argument that demonstrates expertise in a specific but very deep area of research. A successful PhD depends on showing that this argument is based on a strong body of theoretical and empirical evidence. Therefore, a strong research proposal should be a substantial attempt to explain your project (a maximum of 5,000 words). The proposal should include the elements below. The text should be clear and relevant to subject areas covered within LUMS. A strong PhD proposal is addressed to an academic audience and should explain a proposed inquiry into a question of relevance to a discipline, or an interdisciplinary field.

A working title

A proper title will inform the reader of the predicted intention of the proposal. The title should be no longer than 15 words and can contain a subtitle. It ought to indicate accurately the subject and scope of the proposed study, and should reveal the essence of the fundamental research question you will pursue.

General overview

This section will show why your central research question matters to you, and why it should matter to your readers. A strong proposal would do so by:

• Clarifying the phenomenon being investigated: what aspect(s) of reality are you concerned with? – this is an obligatory element of any research proposal;
• Clarifying what research question(s) you are asking about this phenomenon and therefore the main research aim.
• It will then explain clearly the area(s) of academic study and the discipline(s) within which you aim to situate the study.
• Finally, you should explain the context in which your pursuit of a PhD emerged and show how your own background gives you competence in this area.

Relevant literature review

A coherent analysis of the relevant literature you have used to arrive at your research question. This should be focused on academic literature in the discipline(s) to which you aim to contribute. This section must be clear about the areas of academic thought you will be working in for your research. Without clarity in this respect, a PhD project cannot find a proper home (meaning faculty, department, supervisors) in the university system. You need to explain relevant theoretical and conceptual structures, key debates, limitations and areas of disagreement that will all clarify where your original contribution intends to be.

Key research questions

Following your literature review and general overview, this section will spell out clearly the research question(s) that will structure your project. This is not merely a list of questions, but an explanation of how these are formulated and what answering them will contribute to the original argument you are aiming to develop. This section will help you and the readers think through the significance of the proposed research:

• Is it substantive enough?
• Will it be deep enough?
• Is it realistic within the three-year timeframe?
• A PhD thesis must be a serious process of thinking through substantial questions that animate debates in academic work. Are your research questions at the required level?

This section will explain how you plan to investigate systematically the research question(s) you posed above. You need to show how the phenomenon will be dissected and investigated:

• What modes of investigation, what sources of information, and what kind of fieldwork will allow you to dissect the reality of the phenomenon?
• What concepts, what arguments, what further additional questions, will allow you to help the reader think through the research question(s) as you would like them to see it and think about it?

Your method can entail empirical investigation strategies, theoretical and conceptual reviews, various types of sources of information about the reality you aim to examine.

The question of method is simple: what is the path of thinking you will follow in order to shed light on the phenomenon you propose to research? The method needs to persuade the reader that your thinking about your question(s) is coherent, substantial, systematic, and feasible.

Anticipated original contribution

A PhD degree is awarded for an original theoretical contribution to knowledge and understanding in a field of academic study. Without such a contribution, a PhD degree cannot be awarded.

• What do you consider to be your original potential contribution?
• What would your research help the academic community see in new ways if other academics look at things as you claim they should?

This section should be clear and show a sense of self-critical and measured ability to make intellectual propositions and claims.

Important note: A PhD thesis is not:

• a ‘management report’, or a bit of ‘reportage’, or a piece of simple journalistic writing;
• it is not a diary of personal experiences, a simple collection of impressions of what may have taken place during a period;
• it is not a ‘learning log’ (a simple collection of impressions of what happened to ‘me’ over a period);
• finally, a PhD dissertation is not a ‘consultancy advice report’.

Timescales and preliminary project plan

The aim of this section follows on and should explain

• The viability of the project both in terms of your own view of what can you do and in what timeframe; and
• The realistic prospects of the project if it entails working with other people and organisations required to make possible your empirical research.

If you are applying for funding, please note that the project must be achievable within the period for which it is covered. Research projects that are not realistic cannot be taken into consideration for funding.

Bibliography

Include a list of references to key articles and texts included in your application. Follow any proper, formal, academic referencing style consistently.

Before you submit your application, we encourage you to suggest potential supervisors for your studies by reviewing the research interests of academics on our website and evaluating synergies with your own proposed topic area.

When you are ready to submit it, you will need to visit our online application system where you can complete the form, upload your supporting documents and track the progress of your application. It's best to apply early as competition for places is intense.

Once an application has been received, the Doctoral Director for the relevant programme will circulate it to any academics they feel might be suitable/interested in supervising the project (including any suggested by you) for review.

Reviewing academics will consider both their capacity to supervise you and your ability to complete doctoral level research within a required timeframe and to Lancaster’s high standards in order to decide whether we should offer you a place to study with us.

We will carefully review your application, and our offers are dependent upon the availability of suitable academics with the knowledge, interest and capacity to supervise your proposed studies, and on your proposal offering the potential to contribute to our excellent standard of research within the School.

We make every effort to find supervisors for quality proposals, but please note that meeting the basic entry criteria may not automatically result in the offer of a place.

Studentships and funding

Our studentships and funding opportunities for PhD study are available through the UK's research councils, Lancaster University, and various other organisations. For details of some different types of studentships, which include fees and a living allowance, and further links for other funding opportunities, please see our PhD scholarship and funding information.

Allocating a supervisor

Matching you with a supervisor is an important step to create a long-lasting relationship that will shape your doctoral studies. We recommend reading the LUMS staff profiles and some of their research papers to find potential matches for your interests. As part of your application, you can mention the member of staff who is closest to your interests, and we will invite them to consider supervising you. Our places are limited, so it's best to apply early and be flexible in your research topic.

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Important Dates

The LUMS PhD Mathematics programme, offered by the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE), prepares students to think scientifically and conduct high-quality research independently. Students can expect to be immersed in a rigorous programme that will quickly move them to the frontiers of real-world mathematical challenges.

One of the hallmarks of the Department of Mathematics at SBASSE is its commitment to research. This provides students an opportunity to become apprentice mathematicians. Graduates of this programme can pursue careers in research and development sectors of public and private institutions, the financial industry, data analytics industry and academia.

The faculty at the Department works across a wide spectrum of Mathematical fields with research in Pure, as well as Applied Mathematics. Some examples of interests within Pure Mathematics are Algebraic Geometry, Algebraic Topology, Combinatorial Commutative Algebra, Functional Analysis, Fixed Point Theory, Operator Theory and Symmetries of Differential Equations, while those in Applied Mathematics include Computational Statistical Mechanics, Numerical Methods, Mathematical and Computational Biology, Stochastic Processes, Epidemiology and Cancer Kinetics.

To graduate, students must earn a total of 42 credit hours from which 18 must be from coursework and 24 from research work/thesis. Major milestones that must be achieved for the successful completion of the PhD degree include the Comprehensive (Qualifying) Examination, Thesis Proposal Defence and PhD Thesis Defence.

Fall Admission 2025

Academic Record;

Performance in Admission Tests;

Application Review;

Research Statement;

Submission of Complete Online Application, Application Processing Fee and Supporting Documents by the stipulated deadline; 

Letters of Recommendation; and

Interview Performance (If shortlisted)

These are the minimum requirements that applicants need to fulfil in order to be eligible to apply. Fulfilment of these criteria does not guarantee admission to LUMS. Admission decisions made by the University are final.

Academic Record

• Applicants completing their last degree by  July 31, 2025,  are also eligible to apply for the PhD programme if they meet all minimum admission requirements at the time of submission of application.
•  Applicants must mention all their academic, test attempts and must not hide any information. The application will be evaluated on the basis of information provided at the time of application submission.

Test Requirement

LUMS Graduate Admission Test (LGAT) is comprised of Quantitative, Verbal, and Analytical sections.

The LGAT and SBASSE Subject Test Scores will be valid only for the admission of Fall 2025.

The LGAT and SBASSE Subject Test scores will be used for application evaluation and, hence will not be disclosed to applicants.

Please visit the following link; Subject Test Guidelines

The admission application will be considered for evaluation after the successful completion of the following four (4) STEPS by the applicants on or before the stipulated deadlines: 

• Online Admission Application submission;
• Online submission of scanned copies of required supporting documents;
• Submission of an appropriate Application Processing Fee; and
• Online Submission of the Letter of Recommendation by the Referees.

Application Processing Fee

• The application processing fee is PKR 4,000
• LGAT fee is PKR 2,480
• SBASSE Subject Test fee is PKR 3,000
• The application processing fee is USD 170 for International applicants
• Applicants must complete and submit their online Admission application on or before April 15, 2025; 5:00 pm (PKT). 
• Applicants are required to online submit the scanned copies of all supporting documents on or before April 16, 2025.
• After the successful submission of the online application, applicants must make the Processing Fee payment by the deadline.
• Referees must submit completely filled Letters of Recommendation by the given deadline. 

Completion of all steps is mandatory. Application, documents, or fees received after the stipulated deadline will not be processed.

Application Review/Interview Performance

Shortlisted applications will be reviewed by the relevant committee to finalize the admission decision. Applicants are encouraged to provide complete information regarding their academic achievements, research reports, attended workshops, and extracurricular activities in order to substantiate their applications. Applicants must provide complete and correct information regarding their academics, work experience and test attempts. The application will be evaluated on the basis of information provided at the time of application submission.

Performance in Interview

Applicants will be shortlisted based on their Academic record, Admission Test Scores, and Interviews. The interview session will include your research presentation followed by a Q & A session.

Research Statement

The Research Statement is a summary of your research accomplishments, current work, future direction and potential of your work. A research statement is mandatory for all PhD applicants.

The PhD programmes at LUMS are fully funded for 4 years of education. Additionally, PhD candidates are given a monthly stipend as per University policy.

Students are required to pay general security (refundable) at the time of admission.

Fee Structure for FY 2024-25

Important points.

• The above breakdown of fee structure is for Year 1 of the 4 year PhD programme.
• The per credit hour rate for FY 2024–25 is PKR 45,830/-
• Fees are payable by semester according to the schedule given in the Annual Fee bill.
• University fees are usually announced once each year. However, the University reserves the right to change its policies and fee structure at any time.

Refund Policy

To learn more about the University's Refund Policy, please click here .

• The University reserves the right to change dates and deadlines for admissions. Please stay connected to this webpage and the Online Admissions Portal to remain informed of any updates or changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the admission requirements for phd programme.

Please refer to the Admission Criteria tab.

Do you require any test for admission to the PhD programme?

By which date should applicants expect their test registration cards to be delivered.

Test Registration Cards and instructions will be posted to the applicants' secure online application account and an email message will alert applicants that the Test Registration Card has been posted. It will be posted on applicants' online account one week before the test date.

I have submitted my online application and all required documents on time but I am unable to view my Test Registration Card?

If an applicant is unable to view his/her Test Registration Card despite completing all the requirements then he/she can write to us at  [email protected] .

I have not yet received any confirmation email after the submission of my online application. What should I do?

You should recheck the completion and proper submission of your online application.

Is it possible to apply after the deadline?

The application cannot be submitted after the deadline.

How do I inform about a change in my online application?

It is highly recommended to fill out the application form carefully. No changes can be made after the submission of online application. In sheer need an applicant can send the updated information to  [email protected]  with the specific header "Change in Application Form".

I have received my transcripts for Master's/MS/MPhil but I do not have the degree. What should I do?

You should submit all your transcripts latest by the Online document submission deadline. Copy of your degree can be submitted later.

I have completed my 7th semester with a CGPA of less than 3. Am I eligible to apply for PhD programme?

Applicants to the PhD programme must have a CGPA of 3.0 or above (on a scale of 4) at the time of application submission.

Are there any specific quotas in admission?

Admission to the LUMS PhD programme is purely merit based and there are no quotas.

Whom should I ask to write a letter of recommendation on my behalf?

The recommendation letters can be from a faculty member who has had a reasonable opportunity to evaluate you academically.

Can my admission be deferred?

In truly exceptional circumstances the Graduate Programme Committee may grant a deferral. All requests should be made in writing and will be reviewed on a case to case basis.

How will you notify me regarding a decision on my application?

The final admission decision will be communicated through an official letter; however, you can check your application status through your online account. Regretfully, we are unable to provide information regarding your application status by telephone or e-mail.

Do you have any age limit for the admission to the PhD programme?

No, there are no age restrictions.

May I appeal my admission decision or ask to have the decision explained?

The admission process is a well deliberated and thorough process. Each year we receive a large number of outstanding applications. Unfortunately, all of them do not qualify because of the limited number of available seats. The decision regarding admission is final.

If your application is unsuccessful you will also receive a letter informing you of this. Due to the volume of applications the University receive, it is not possible to provide feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Who is an international applicant?

A foreign national who is not of Pakistani origin and does not have a Pakistani passport/NICOP/CNIC is eligible to apply to LUMS under its International Student Programme. Applicants holding dual nationality out of which one is Pakistani are not eligible to apply through LUMS International Student Programme.

How do I get equivalence from Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan?

Applicants can get equivalence through the following process: http://hec.gov.pk . if required.

What is the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan?

Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan is an independent, autonomous, and constitutionally established institution of primary funding, overseeing, regulating, and accrediting the higher education efforts in Pakistan. HEC is responsible for formulating higher education policy and quality assurance to meet the international standards as well as providing accrediting academic degrees, development of new institutions, and uplift of existing institutions in Pakistan.

Does LUMS offer campus accommodation to international students?

LUMS provides a well-maintained residential environment for international students.

What are the visa requirements for LUMS as an international applicant?

Please visit the link for visa requirements:  https://international.lums.edu.pk/ .

LUMS Funding

LUMS provides funding to PhD students in terms of Scholarship and Research Assistantship. The University’s policy is to admit students purely on merit, regardless of their financial status or background. The PhD Programmes at LUMS offers a fully-funded scholarship which covers the following:

• Admission Fee
• Tuition fees
• Semester Registration fee
• Monthly Stipend subject to the approval of the Supervisor
• The scholarship is for four (4) years, to meet the minimum graduation requirement of the Programme.
• The payment of allowances admissible under the Scholarship shall be made subject to  complete adherence to all rules and regulations governing the scholarship and satisfactory performance within the allocated degree Programme.

Teaching assistantships are another opportunity that may be available to doctoral students for additional financial assistance, subject to faculty approval. If a student receives funding from another source, the said amount of fee waiver and/ or scholarship allowance given by LUMS would be adjusted accordingly. Please note that the fee waiver and/ or scholarship funding is approved initially for one year and is renewable based on academic performance.

The Lahore University of Management Sciences, (LUMS), Pakistan and TWAS offer fellowships to young scientists from developing countries (other than Pakistan) who wish to pursue research towards a PhD in Natural Sciences and Engineering. For further information, please visit the link https://sbasse.lums.edu.pk/twas-lums-phd-fellowships .

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We only accept applications submitted electronically. This allows us to process your application more quickly. It also keeps you informed of the status of your application throughout the process by checking it online.

An online application account can be created through the LUMS website i.e. https://admissions.lums.edu.pk/ . To create an online application account with the LUMS Online Application System, you are required to have a valid email address. Please use your Yahoo or Gmail account to create your online application account. Applicants are advised to have at least two active email addresses so that in case of any problem with their email account they can still correspond with the LUMS Office of Admissions through their second address. It is advised to create only One Account for the online application submission.

No, applicants who have created their accounts with the LUMS Online Admission portal within last two years, do not need to create a new account this year. They can apply for admissions using the same account. Such applicants need to use last year's credentials, i.e. User Name and Password to access their account.

No, admissions to LUMS takes place once a year and freshmen are admitted to the Fall semester only.

There are no quotas.

Admission to the LUMS Undergraduate Programme is highly competitive and the University is able to offer admission to only a small fraction of applicants.

No, applicants are evaluated on their academic grades regardless of the fact whether someone has taken the final exam through a school/college or privately.

Candidates who have either completed or are in the last year of completion of their education which does not lead to Matric/FA/ICS/ICOM/FSc. will be required to get an equivalence certificate from the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC), Islamabad, Pakistan. For further information please contact:

The Chairman IBCC FBISE Building, H-8/4 Islamabad. http://www.ibcc.edu.pk

Yes, academic records from international universities if not in English must be accompanied by an official English translation along with other supporting documents

Documents sent to the Admissions Office cannot be returned as they are for administrative purposes. Please make sure to keep a copy for your own use before sending the documents to our office.

Yes, LUMS accepts transfer students from accredited institutions at the undergraduate level. Applicants interested in transfer to the LUMS Undergraduate Programmes should be enrolled in an undergraduate Programme in an HEC recognised institution and should have completed one year or expected to complete one year before joining as a full time student. Transfer is offered twice a year before the Fall and Spring semesters respectively.

Please visit the mentioned link https://admission.lums.edu.pk/programmes/transfer for detailed information.

No, attending the first semester at LUMS is compulsory and deferment is not an option for undergraduates.

All admission decisions taken by the University are final. During admission evaluation process, some applicants are admitted, some are placed on a waiting list and the remaining applicants are denied admission. Acceptances are offered between April to July. For this reason, your admission decision may arrive at a different time from a friend or classmate.

Applications cannot be submitted after the deadline. There is no late application policy.

The admission process is a well deliberated and thorough process. Each year we receive a large number of outstanding applications. Unfortunately, not all of them qualify because of the limited number of available seats. The decision regarding admission is final.

If your application is unsuccessful you will also receive a letter informing you of this. Due to the volume of applications the University receive, it is not possible to provide feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Please note that a passport is not mandatory for a Local applicant; you can apply on basis of your NADRA smart card / CNIC/ B. form No.

No, by default the LUMS online application system allows you to apply for SDSB, MGSHSS, SBASSE and SAHSOL simultaneously.

For the Programmes offered by the MGSHSS/SDSB/SBASSE/SAHSOL, submit an online admission application through the following link: https://admissions.lums.edu.pk

Yes, by default the LUMS online application system allows you to simultaneously apply for SDSB, MGSHSS, SBASSE and SAHSOL. Applicants may choose to apply for admission into any TWO schools (SDSB, MGSHSS, SBASSE and SAHSOL) at LUMS.

Applicants can mention their major preference(s) for the BS Programme at SBASSE, BA/BSc. (Honours) Programme at SDSB and MGSHSS, and BA-LL.B at SAHSOL through the online admission application form.

Applications are evaluated according to the preferences mentioned by applicants in this section. Based on the evaluation of each School, applicants are offered the highest preference they qualify for. This means that if an applicant qualifies for more than one School, one is sent an offer from the School of his highest qualified preference. Therefore, it is highly suggested to select school preferences very carefully.

No, you can only apply for one stream either Humanities & Social Sciences (HSS) or Economics.

You should recheck the completion and proper submission of your application form.

It is highly recommended to fill out the application form carefully. Changes cannot be made after the submission of online application. In sheer need an applicant can send the updated information to [email protected] with the specific header "Change in Application Form".

A mailing label has especially been designed for your convenience as it bears not only your name, tracking/application ID, schools applied to but also a complete address for correspondence. After the successful submission of your application form you will be able to print the mailing label. The LUMS Admissions Office will only accept a package that contains the “Mailing Label”.

Please visit the mentioned link https://admission.lums.edu.pk/undergraduate-programmes

Applicants with diploma may apply if they have secured a minimum 70% marks or above. however, they are required to submit an equivalence certificate issued by the IBCC, Pakistan.

Please visit the following link to get details about admission criteria: https://admission.lums.edu.pk/undergraduate-programmes

Yes, an applicant can apply for admission if (s)he has appeared in retakes of November 2024, for the application of year 2025.

Applicants appearing for the November 2024 retakes must check the result awaiting option in the online application. Applicants must inform Admissions Office about the estimated time period in which the result of any retake exam will be announced.

Minimum two Teacher Evaluations are required.

The recommendation form(s) should be from teacher(s) of your current or last institute. Recommendations from school/college counselor(s) are not acceptable.

No, after the application submission, the application fee becomes non-refundable.

Since the number of students who accept our first round of admission offers vary each year, a small number of applicants stay on our waitlist and in case space becomes available after the first round, students on the waitlist are offered a place in the second round.

The number of candidates placed on the waitlist fluctuates from year to year, depending on the size and quality of the applicant pool.

The SAT/ACT/LCAT is mandatory for all applicants applying to the Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB), Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities & Social Sciences (MGSHSS), Shaikh Ahmad Hassan School of Law (SAHSOL). SAT Registration can be done online through the following link: https://www.collegeboard.org . Applicants can register for ACT through https://www.act.org

In addition to the SAT/ ACT/LCAT, applicants are required to take the Law Admission Test for Shaikh Ahmad Hassan School of Law (SAHSOL). It is a requirement set by the Honorable Supreme Court of Pakistan for the admission in five years LL.B Programme. Detailed information is available at the following link: http://hec.gov.pk

All applicants applying to the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE) undergraduate programmes are required to take the following  One (1)  admission test in order to be considered for Fall 2025 admission:

• LUMS Common Admission Test (LCAT);

If you have not received SAT/ACT score report as yet then submit a printed copy of your online test scores.

Applicants are required to report test scores of all attempts to the University by submitting a copy of score report(s) and through the online application. Best score of a single attempt reported through the online application will be considered for application evaluation.

Application submission deadline for all UG applicants for the admission of Fall 2025 is February 04, 2025; 5:00 pm (Pakistan Standard Time).

No, there is no minimum score required for SAT/ACT.

Kindly visit the mentioned link for dates and deadlines https://admission.lums.edu.pk/critical-dates-all-programmes

Best score of a single attempt reported through the online application will be considered for application evaluation.

After the successful submission of the online application form through the LUMS Online account on or before the application submission deadline, applicants will be able to print a system generated Application Processing and LUMS Test Registration (if applicable) Fee payment voucher. 

Test Registration Cards will not be mailed. Test cards will be available within the application in printable form TWO weeks before test.

Test cards will be available within the application in printable form TWO weeks before test. If any applicant is unable to view his/her Test Registration Card despite completing all the requirements then he/she can write to us at [email protected]

Yes, LUMS accepts results of the ACT.

Test Centre can only be changed in special circumstances (provided with a reason) and the applicant must inform the Admissions Office latest by February 08, 2025. No request later than the specified date will be entertained.

The SBASSE PhD application for foreign nationals caters the applicants currently residing outside Pakistan and having foreign nationality.

All others, i.e., applicants having dual nationality, Pakistani nationals, and overseas Pakistanis, are required to apply through regular admission application.

A foreign national who is not of Pakistani origin and does not have a Pakistani passport/NICOP/CNIC is eligible to apply to LUMS under its Foreign Student Programme. Applicants holding dual nationality, out of which one is Pakistani, are not eligible to apply through LUMS Foreign Student Programme.

Please refer to the Admission Criteria tab.

You should recheck the completion and proper submission of your online application.

The application cannot be submitted after the deadline.

It is highly recommended to fill out the application form carefully. No changes can be made after the submission of online application. In sheer need an applicant can send the updated information to [email protected] with the specific header "Change in Application Form".

You should submit all your transcripts latest by the Online document submission deadline. Copy of your degree can be submitted later.

The recommendation letters can be from a faculty member who has had a reasonable opportunity to evaluate you academically.

Regretfully, your application status will not be provided over telephone call or e-mail.

No, there are no age restrictions.

The admission process is a well deliberated and thorough process. Each year we receive a large number of outstanding applications. Unfortunately, all of them do not qualify because of the limited number of available seats. The decision regarding admission is final.

If your application is unsuccessful, your admission status will be updated in your online application form. Due to the volume of applications the University receive, it is not possible to provide feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan is an independent, autonomous, and constitutionally established institution of primary funding, overseeing, regulating, and accrediting the higher education efforts in Pakistan.

HEC is responsible for formulating higher education policy and quality assurance to meet the international standards as well as providing accrediting academic degrees, development of new institutions, and uplift of existing institutions in Pakistan.

LUMS provides a well-maintained residential environment for foreign students.

Please visit the link for visa requirements: https://international.lums.edu.pk/

In case of any assistance, you may contact [email protected]

Once admission has been offered, applicants are required to apply for visa well before time in order to avoid any unexpected delays.

Foreign applicant is required to submit the equivalence once admitted to the Programme.

Applicants, if they wish, may like to report GRE scores (general or subject specific) or TOEFL/IELTS if they have taken these exams. However, it is not a requirement for the application.

LUMS provides funding to PhD students in terms of scholarship and research assistantship. The University’s policy is to admit students purely on merit, regardless of their financial status or background. The PhD Programmes at LUMS offer a full tuition fee waiver and a monthly stipend to all PhD students. All LUMS students are entitled to avail health coverage.

PhD is a full-time programme. However, teaching assistantships and stipends to support faculty in research projects are some of the other opportunities that may be available to doctoral students for additional financial assistance; subject to faculty approval.

If you have any question regarding a programme, please email us at [email protected]

No, applicants who have created their accounts with the LUMS Online Admission portal last year, do not need to create a new account this year. They can apply for admissions using the same account. Such applicants need to use last year's credentials, i.e. User Name and Password to access their account.

It's important for us to get a complete and accurate picture of your academic history. Failure to list and submit transcripts from all institutions previously attended is considered to be a violation of academic ethics and may result in the cancellation of your admission or dismissal from the university.

Yes, there is an online application processing fee.

After the successful submission of the online application form, you will be able to print a system generated Application Processing and Test Fee Voucher. Please print the fee voucher for making payments as per the mentioned deadline. 

No, the online application system will automatically stop working after the deadline; therefore, we encourage you to submit your application well before the deadline in order to avoid any inconvenience.

The completion of your application comprises on the following activities;

• Submission of an Online Application
• Submission of Online supporting documents
• Submission of appropriate application processing fee and LUMS Test Registration fee (if applicable)

Admission to the programmes is competitive. It is in your best interest to apply and submit all of the required documents in timely manner. Please make sure to review the deadline of documents submission.

Uploading copies of your transcripts with your application will help expedite the review of your application. LUMS doesn’t require any hard copy via courier or through any means.

Please visit the following link: https://international.lums.edu.pk

If your application is unsuccessful, your LUMS online admission portal will be updated. Due to the volume of applications the University receive, it is not possible to provide feedback on unsuccessful applications.

For MS and MPhil admissions, applicants must obtain an HEC equivalence certificate verifying 16 years of education if they hold a Bachelor’s degree of less than four years, an Associate degree, or a degree from a foreign institution. For PhD admissions, applicants with a Master’s or equivalent degree from a foreign institution, or from institutions not listed with the HEC, must provide an equivalence certificate verifying 18 years of education. For more details, visit www.hec.gov.pk .

Application for admission to the LUMS Graduate programme is an online process (there is no paper based application to fill out or mail). After creating an account and accessing the online admission application, you may begin to complete your application. You can work on your application at any time and submit it when it is ready. Please note that we expect applicants to adhere to the deadlines stated on the LUMS website

An Online Application Account can be created through the LUMS website i.e. https://admissions.lums.edu.pk/ . To create an Online Application Account, you are required to have a valid email address. Please use your Yahoo or Gmail account to create your Online Application Account. Applicants are advised to have at least two active email addresses so that in case of any problem with their email account they can still correspond with the LUMS Office of Admissions through their second address. It is advised to create only One Account for the online application submission.

No, you can't make changes to the application once it is submitted; therefore, you are advised to fill out your application carefully.

When the application is submitted, you will also receive an email notifying that your application has been submitted. Meanwhile, you can continue to check the status of your application through your Online Application Account.

Typically, applicants receive a decision between June to July for Fall and for Spring between November to December. We strive to notify applicants as soon as possible, however please note that the time frame may vary by Programme. Decisions administered by the LUMS Admissions Office are considered to be official. Admission letters are sent through postal mail or online. We are unable to release admission decisions via phone.

After the application submission, the application fee becomes non-refundable.

For MS and MPhil admissions, applicants must obtain an HEC equivalence certificate verifying 16 years of education if they hold a Bachelor’s degree of less than four years, an Associate degree, or a degree from a foreign institution. For PhD admissions, applicants with a Master’s or equivalent degree from a foreign institution, or from institutions not listed with the HEC, must provide an equivalence certificate verifying 18 years of education. For more details, visit www.hec.gov.pk.

LUMS provides a well-maintained residential environment for the students.

In truly exceptional circumstances the concerned Committee may grant a deferral. All requests should be made in writing and will be reviewed on a case to case basis.

No, there is no age restriction for admission to the Graduate Programmes.

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