<p>Hey, I'm surprised that LUMS is rarely mentioned in this forum. Does anyone know whats its acceptance rate like and what sort of scores are they looking for?</p>
<p>Also, whats the scene of fin aid, I think its fee has increased in recent past.</p>
<p>Bump 10 char</p>
<p>hi. I am not applying to LUMS myself but alot of my friends are.
LUMS has an entrance exam lcat for humanities and sse entrance for sciences right? So you need to do well on that basically.
Depends what you’re applying for, but they probably want good-ish grades. like around 3Bs+ in AS, and 5As+ in O levels.
Also, I heard fin aid at LUMS is really tough to get, unless you’re REALLY poor.</p>
<p>Thanks for all of your great work you made here related to LUMS its is one of the best university in Pakistan provide a great facilities or you say a valuable education which make students more furnish in their studies,but their requirements are so high not every one has ability to meet their requirements, i agreed with bluelovexD the detail he given is absolutely right.I’ll back soon for more updates.</p>
<p>I’m applying to LUMS (chemistry). bluelovexD is right. My friend is applying for financial aid and she told me that the form even asks how many luxury items (like iPods, AC’s, etc) at home 
But LUMS is AWESOME. I’ve never seen the campus, but I have lots of friends and relatives who went there and they all tell me that it’s love.</p>
<p>Oh and if anyone is checking about it, could you please tell me how’s the science program there? Specifically for Chemistry. I realllly want to go there, but I keep hearing mixed answers 
Some say it’s awesome, some say it’s terrible.</p>
<p>Hey, LUMS is an awesome university no doubt with some amazing programs like business and humanities. Many of my friends(more than 20) are in LUMS but the only thing is to worry about course load. Its has way same rigorous course load as any other top university has. Campus is amazing and pretty much developed with cafes and relaxing spots. I can say its Harvard of Pakistan! :D</p>
<p>“Harvard” of Pakistan is, with a doubt, an over-statement. LUMS is … meh. But definitely much better than most other, excuse my language, crappy universities in Pakistan. If you happen to be fortunate enough to have the resources and the grades to go abroad, then you should do so. That being said, LUMS does boast of an excellent student body and there is no reason why it shouldn’t be your backup option. But be realistic. People of your age tend to get too ambitious and later regret their decisions. If you can’t afford LUMS or US education, then either stop dreaming or start working hard.</p>
<p>^ agree with ThisWorks, and this is coming from someone who used to be a HUGE advocate of LUMS. That being said the students there don’t need to worry too much as it is probably the best deal for anyone who wishes to do further study abroad . One of their Cs guys was offered a job at Microsoft.BUT inflating the university in these forums is essentially misguiding some students. I’d recommend any Pakistani student who gets in here and abroad to first visit LUMS and then see if they could see themselves there for four years</p>
<p>@This Works and @worstgpa Yar how can you even say that LUMS is not good. Believe me i have seen some guys who don’t even apply to USA while having 2200+ SAT scores and just wish to get in LUMS. I also believe Pakistani unis are not good but still they are something. No offense btw</p>
<p>LUMS is a great option for Pakistani students. And yes, they do have a really frustrating financial aid application, but they do give aid. they used to give a lot of aid before, but not so much now. Try their NOP program, if it’s not too late for you.</p>
<p>I never said LUMS is not good. Its definitely good. But its not amazing either.</p>
<p>If you go to LUMS and you maintain a good GPA there, then many doors of opportunity open for you.</p>
<p>If you go to a decent university in the U.S, then many doors of opportunity open for you.</p>
<p>@Reesha ''Oh and if anyone is checking about it, could you please tell me how’s the science program there? Specifically for Chemistry. I realllly want to go there, but I keep hearing mixed answers Some say it’s awesome, some say it’s terrible. "</p>
<p>LUMS is not a bad option at all considering all other options in Pakistan. Having said that, if u v a chance, do not miss an opportunity to study abroad.</p>
<p>The School of Science and Engineering is still very new…The first batch did do very well in terms of university placements and jobs. So the hope is that things will go forward!</p>
<p>The course work is usually rigorous and that is a good thing.Like every where else, u get a mix batch of instructors.Some are very good but some not may so good.However the Science undergrad prog is undoubtedly best in the country. Coming to ur question about Chemistry, not many people choose it as a major.(It is also true for Physics and Mathematics). People who do Science major here are usually brave people as everyone wants to either become a Computer Science or EE major.So good to know u are thinking of a chemistry major!</p>
<p>The department is small with faculty to student ratio about 1:1! However The size of batch are steadily increasing . Teaching labs are complete. Some basic research facilities are in place but it will take some time for dept to become fully established in research .Couple of people in the first batch applied for PhD and both got into good grad schools in US with one of them getting into a top 10 Chem grad school. So if you maintain a decent GPA,do good in GRE’s and maintain a good profile, u stand a good chance of getting into top 10 chem grad progs even from LUMS.Profs are very accessibly and will help when asked.</p>
<p>To conclude,it is not a bad option! This is coming from someone who is probably in ideal position to answer ur question!</p>
<p>As a current student at LUMS, I must say that I am highly impressed by the state of affairs at that university and with the student body. The atmosphere during the day is highly academics oriented, but on several occasions, the students are known to party like there’s no tomorrow! The party atmosphere is just awesome here. On Valentine’s Day, people assemble at the Pepsi Dining Hall and the Student Center, with wild music and funny dancing. There’s even a special occasion when we blindfold ourselves, and dance, dance, DANCE! Some people don’t even remember what happened in the previous night, because they had so much fun! There are many other occasions besides Valentine’s Day when these parties happen. In addition, the university is a mixed one, so there are often people hooking up during these events. Who knows, maybe you’ll find your significant other at LUMS 
Message me if you’re interested in finding out more about the party atmosphere.</p>
<p>Certainly we do not go to same university! The description of PDC u v given is certainly not any where close to what I have seen in recent times.All I know is PDC has BAD food. And BTW dancing is banned on campus! And random loud music infront of PDC is certainly not allowed!</p>
<p>I guess ur info about LUMS is only limited to those videos of Youtube which are not from LUMS…:P</p>
<p>"In addition, the university is a mixed one, so there are often people hooking up during these events. Who knows, maybe you’ll find your significant other at LUMS "</p>
<p>Cringe level: MAXIMUM.</p>
<p>ThisWorks hit the nail on the head. I’d just like to add that recently, LUMS has started incorporating more students from the NOP program within its student body - which has its both pros and cons. The cons being that the aid bursary has thinned down in recent years, as more NOP applicants are being offered aid (they have an entirely separate admissions procedure). Plus, students from the NOP program aren’t the kind of students you’d be delighted to find at the ‘Harvard of Pakistan’ (Quotes DO indicate sarcasm). Sure, they’re smart. Really smart. However, they lack the exposure required to be conducive for the overall college spirit. So don’t be surprised if you find a bunch of kids making social gaffes; they simply lack the experience of studying in a huge, challenging and relatively liberal set-up.</p>
<p>@Samtjt: Then I’m afraid that your experience at LUMS is completely different from mine. LUMS is a very liberal co-ed campus, and what I posted before about “hook-ups” is very much true. My description of PDC may not be seen as accurate by most luminites, but you need to get to know the right people at the right time, and you will certainly have the party time of your life at LUMS. There is, in fact, a very outgoing and free atmosphere between people at LUMS, which is even more evident during the special times of the year that I mentioned. However, as I said before, you need to get to know the right contacts in order to take full advantage of the lavishness of LUMS’ night-life. You can PM me if you’d like and I will tell you which people to contact.</p>
<p>@Samee24: I completely agree with you when you say “liberal set-up”. LUMS, is, in fact, a very liberal college, both socially and academically. However, the “cringe” factor that you emphasize in your comment is not justified, because these things happen at LUMS.</p>
<p>@Dapolivsky</p>
<p>You were posting in Class of 2016 thread…so the coming 14 Feb should be your first one in LUMS as a student. So how come u r an authority on events happening on special times of the year??? o.O</p>
<p>Yes…It is certainly a more liberal place than most places in the country but that does not mean it is a party school. Academically it provides a challenging environment.</p>
<p>You can have “time of your life” wherever you want but the majority is certainly not what u r trying to portray,dare I say.</p>
<p>@Samtjt:</p>
<p>I actually happened to join my older friends who took part in those events at LUMS, because it was they who were constantly convincing me to apply to LUMS and be a part of it, and they managed to convince me pretty well that LUMS was the place to be with its lively atmosphere. </p>
<p>In addition, you are slightly misinformed. There are plenty of students who attend these parties and they do, in fact, have the time of their lives. Whether that “plenty” is the majority of LUMS is something I cannot tell you, because of the large student population here, but rest assured that there are many people who enjoy and take advantage of the party atmosphere that LUMS has to offer. The people who don’t know much about these events are those who don’t have the right contacts (i.e. the people responsible for organizing these parties). </p>
<p>Yes, academically, LUMS is challenging, but having said that, students here know how to relax and party too, something especially evident when you contact the right people and take the time to attend these parties.</p>
<p>party scene at lums…i didnt think this cud happen but im kinda impressed, i thought u were lying earlier, but sounds very convincing.</p>