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Lahore University of Management Sciences Admissions Guide

Lahore, Punjab

Deadline
February 28
Tuition/Year
Rs 8–12 lakh
SAT
Required (1200+)
Financial Aid
Available
Website
lums.edu.pk

Overview

Pakistan's top-ranked private university, known for rigorous academics in business, law, computer science, and social sciences.

Programmes Offered

BusinessLawEconomicsComputer ScienceMathematicsSocial Sciences

Admission Requirements

  • SAT required — minimum score of 1200
  • Intermediate (FSc / FA / ICS) or A-Level certificate
  • Application deadline: February 28
  • Merit-based admissions — apply for financial aid separately after acceptance

SAT Score for LUMS

LUMS requires a minimum SAT score of 1200. Competitive applicants typically score 1300 or higher.

Daakhla provides structured SAT preparation as part of our programme. Our students see an average improvement of 150 points through targeted practice and one-on-one coaching.

Financial Aid

LUMS offers need-based financial aid. Apply directly to the university's financial aid office alongside your admissions application. Additional sources include HEC scholarships, provincial government programmes, and NGO funding.

Admission Tips

  • A SAT score of 1300+ significantly strengthens your application
  • Financial aid covers up to 100% of costs for deserving students
  • The Statement of Purpose is heavily weighted — invest time in it
  • Apply early; the National Outreach Programme (NOP) has a separate deadline

Advice for Students from Underserved Districts

LUMS actively recruits from underserved districts through the National Outreach Programme (NOP), which offers full scholarships covering tuition, housing, and living expenses. If you are from Balochistan, KPK, FATA, or rural Punjab, this programme is specifically for you.

How Daakhla Helps with LUMS Applications

Daakhla mentors have helped students from districts across Pakistan secure admission to LUMS and similar institutions. Our counselling covers:

  • SAT preparation — full structured curriculum and practice tests
  • Application essay and personal statement review
  • Financial aid applications — identifying and applying to every source
  • Interview preparation where required
  • Deadline and timeline management
  • One-on-one guidance from mentors familiar with LUMS’s process

Apply to LUMS with Daakhla support

Free admissions counselling and SAT preparation for students from Pakistan’s underserved districts. Rs 10,000 for both programmes — full financial aid available for those who need it.

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Scholarships

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Guides

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