LUMS University Scholarships for Pakistani and International Students 2025
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) announces multiple scholarships for students from Pakistan and international students aspiring to pursue higher education at LUMS.
The scholarships and financial aid provided by LUMS are funded by the university itself and various scholarship organizations, including SHF, ADB, and PHEC.
LUMS University Merit & Need-Based Scholarship Overview
LUMS University Merit & Need-Based Scholarship Overview | |
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Offered by | LUMS University |
Levels | Bachelor, Masters |
Fields | All Fields |
Type | Local |
Category | Merit & Need-Based |
Eligible Area | All Pakistan |
Deadline | Always Open |
LUMS Merit Scholarship
LUMS offers merit-based scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students at the time of admission.
Undergraduate Scholarships
A total of 100 scholarships are available for top-ranked students on the LUMS admission evaluation list. This includes full tuition fees for one year for selected students from each school.
LUMS Student Scholarships
Merit Scholarships are awarded based on CGPA rankings and placement on the Dean’s Honour List. Students should apply every year for financial aid.
LUMS Need-Based Scholarships
LUMS provides various need-based scholarships for Pakistani and international students.
LUMS Financial Aid
LUMS offers financial assistance to underprivileged students. The financial aid process involves:
- Submission of an application with required documents.
- Data verification by the Office of Financial Aid.
- Decision and communication of results.
Required Documents for Financial Aid Application
- Salary slips/pension book (if applicable)
- Income tax returns & bank statements (last 12 months)
- Property ownership documents
- Utility bills (last 3 months)
- Medical bills (if applicable)
- Loan affidavits (if applicable)
- CNIC/B-form of applicant & guardian
- Passport copies (all pages)
Note: Financial aid can be canceled if false information is provided.
National Outreach Program (NOP) Scholarship
Students with at least 80% marks in Matric or O-levels and financial need can apply from all over Pakistan.
Shahid Hussain Foundation (SHF) Scholarship for International Students
Only for students from SAARC countries (excluding Pakistan). Dual nationals with Pakistani citizenship are ineligible.
Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP)
Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly stipend
- Medical insurance
- Travel expenses
- Special grants (e.g., thesis preparation)
Eligible Fields:
- Science & Technology
- Economics, Business & Management
- Development Studies
- Law & Public Policy
Sekha Scholarship
This scholarship provides 100% tuition fee waiver for top 10 FSC Board position holders at the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE), LUMS.
Other Scholarships at LUMS
- PHEC Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship
- PEEF Scholarship
FAQs
What is the LUMS fee per semester?
For the 2024-25 session, the per-credit hour fee is PKR 37,070. A 16-credit hour semester costs approximately PKR 592,000.
Is LUMS better than NUST?
LUMS excels in business-related programs, while NUST is preferred for engineering disciplines.
Does LUMS offer MBBS?
No, LUMS does not offer MBBS.
What subjects does LUMS offer?
Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB) – Business, Management
Syed Babar Ali School of Science & Engineering (SBASSE) – CS, EE, Chemistry, Physics, Biology
Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities & Social Sciences (MGSHSS) – Economics, Political Science, Anthropology
Shaikh Ahmad Hassan School of Law (SAHSOL) – Law
School of Education (SOE) – Educational Leadership & Management
This article provides an in-depth guide to LUMS University scholarships for Pakistani and international students. Explore your scholarship options and apply today!

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