Quick Summary
Situated in Lahore, Pakistan, Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) is a private established in 1984. Ranked #539 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5600 students including 1.5% from outside Pakistan. Known for strengths in Business & Management, Economics, Social Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier business and liberal arts institution in Pakistan with AACSB accreditation and a strong global alumni network.
Subject Strengths
Business & ManagementEconomicsSocial SciencesComputer ScienceElectrical Engineering
Founded1984
TypePrivate
Total Students5600
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusSuburban
Campus Size100 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationAACSB, Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan, NBEAC, NCEAC, PEC
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#539
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001–1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD
Programs
Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics
PhD Programs
Management Development Programs (Rausing Executive Development Centre)
Online Programs
Center for Water Informatics & Technology (WIT), Gurmani Centre for Languages and Literature, Saida Waheed Gender Initiative
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB, Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan, NBEAC, NCEAC, PEC
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRERequired for PhD and most Graduate programs
GMATRequired for MBA and MS Management
SATRequired for Undergraduate (1350+ recommended)
ACTRequired for Undergraduate (30+ recommended)
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high SAT/ACT scores and diverse extracurricular participation. The Personal Statement is a critical component for assessment.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pakistani Rupee
UG Tuition
₨1,850,000/yr
per year · PKR
Living Cost
₨750,000/yr
per year · PKR
PG Tuition
₨2,050,000/yr
per year · PKR
Application Fee
$25
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₨2,600,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PKR
Scholarships AvailableNational Outreach Programme (NOP), Merit Scholarships, Shahid Hussain Foundation Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidYes, extensive need-based financial aid
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MBA | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| BSc Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| BA (Hons) Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,500
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHighly active Career Services Office (CSO)
Industry Connections
Strong links with UnileverPepsiCoEngroMcKinsey & Coand Telenor
Notable Alumni
Umar Saif, Hina Rabbani Khar, Amer Sarfraz, Cyril Almeida
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, on-campus hostels for men and women
Sports Facilities
Coca-Cola Aquatic Centre, Football Fields, Tennis Courts, Squash Courts, Gymnasium
Student Clubs
Dramaline, LUMS Media Group, Entrepreneurial Society, LUMS Community Service Society
Library Resources
Gad & Birgit Rausing Library, extensive electronic databases, 24/7 access during exams
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with Sciences Po, Waseda University, and various Erasmus+ partners
Summer Programs
LUMS Summer School