In a major achievement for Pakistan’s higher education sector, the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) has been honoured at the prestigious Times Higher Education Awards Asia 2026, winning in the category of Outstanding Support for Students.
The award recognises LUMS’ long-standing commitment to expanding access to quality education for talented students across Pakistan, particularly those from underprivileged and remote backgrounds.
At the heart of this recognition are two key initiatives:
National Outreach Programme (NOP)
LUMS’ flagship access initiative reaches students in underserved communities nationwide.
- Visited 276 schools
- Covered 90+ cities and towns
- Engaged students, teachers, and families
Selected students are invited to a summer preparatory programme, helping them transition into university life.
Student Success Initiative
Once admitted on merit, students receive:
- Full financial support (tuition + living)
- Academic mentoring and tutoring
- Career guidance and counselling
- Wellness and community support
These programmes ensure students not only access education — but thrive throughout their journey.
Real Impact
Graduates from these initiatives have gone on to build careers in:
- Technology
- Finance
- Entrepreneurship
- Public service
- Academia
This achievement highlights LUMS’ mission to break structural barriers and create opportunities for talented youth across Pakistan.
