Lesley University

  • 0/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2.5 2 reviews

Overview

Total enrollment

2,557
Lesley University overview
Lesley University overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Lesley University occupies multiple campuses in Cambridge, Massachusetts, situated between Harvard Square and Porter Square, with direct access to Boston via public transit. The institution, founded in 1909 as a teacher training school, operates across four distinct campus locations that blend historic buildings with modern academic facilities. The university maintains a strong focus in education, counseling psychology, visual arts, and creative writing, with the College of Art and Design serving as a specialized center for art and design education. Students typically reside in traditional dormitories on the Doble Campus or in converted Victorian houses near Porter Square, while upper-class students have access to apartment-style housing. Lesley's urban location provides students with extensive opportunities for internships and practicum experiences within Boston's educational and cultural institutions.

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  • Academics
    6 out of 10
  • Resources
    8 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    4 out of 10
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Admissions

Admission Standards

Unavailable
Lesley University admission standards
  • GPA 3.31

Acceptance Rate

96.9%
Lesley University applications overview
  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 7.9%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$34,256
Costs for Lesley University
Fee Cost
Tuition $34,256
Books and Supplies $1,500
Other Fees $930
Room and Board $19,920
Budget for Other Expenses $2,280
Total One Year Cost $58,886

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$38,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

49% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Lesley University are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Visual and Performing Arts, and Psychology. 21% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 20% in Visual and Performing Arts, and 20% in Psychology.

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 21%
  • Visual and Performing Arts 20%
  • Psychology 20%
  • English and Literature 6%
  • Work and Family Studies 6%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166452.

GPA calculator: Lesley University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026