LSE — LLM Needs-Based Awards (Graduate Support Scheme) 2027-28
Needs-based awards for the LSE Master of Laws, including the Graduate Support Scheme, with additional eligibility for the Marchant Foundation and Margaret Bennett scholarships.
| Amount / funding | not stated — no estimate basis |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 22 April 2027 (funding deadline for needs-based awards) |
| Start date | September 2027 (pre-sessional from mid-September) |
| Level | LLM |
| Funding type | partial |
| Field |
About this scholarship
Needs-based awards for the LSE Master of Laws, including the Graduate Support Scheme, with additional eligibility for the Marchant Foundation and Margaret Bennett scholarships.
Minimum requirements
Offer of a place on the LSE LLM; very good undergraduate degree in law (LLB or equivalent, e.g. first or very high upper second) or very good degree in another discipline plus a very good graduate diploma in law; Graduate Financial Support Application before the funding deadline
Application checklist
- Offer of a place on the LSE LLM programme
- Graduate Financial Support Application (GFSA) submitted before the funding deadline
- Academic achievement evidence, statement of academic purpose, two academic references, CV (admission application)
- Check official programme page for Marchant Foundation and Margaret Bennett scholarship specifics
Application tips
- You cannot apply for Graduate Support Scheme or LSE scholarship funding once enrolled — the GFSA must precede joining the School
- Secure the offer first: awards require an offer of a place plus a GFSA before 22 April 2027
- Also check the Marchant Foundation and Margaret Bennett scholarships, which are separately listed as eligible for this programme
- Expect strong competition: the official page records a 7:1 application-to-intake ratio for the LLM (2025 figures)
Always verify deadline, amount and eligibility on the official page before applying. Values marked ESTIMATE are based on a previous cycle and are not confirmed for the current round.
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