Overview of Lesley University

Lesley University is a private institution with several campuses in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts. The institution has a large selection of undergraduate and graduate degree programs for students to choose from. Students are supported by a robust 10 to 1 student/faculty ratio, and professors take a personalized approach to the teaching and learning process. Outside of the classroom, students will find plenty of opportunities to engage with the campus community via many clubs and organizations. The Lesley Lynx play in the NCAA Division III New England Collegiate Conference.

Enrollment

• Total Enrollment: 4,757 (2,127 undergraduates)
• Gender Breakdown: 21% Male/79% Female
• 77% Full-time

Cost of Attendance Information

• Tuition and Fees: $28,750
• Books: $1,500
• Room and Board: $16,200
• Other Expenses: $3,550
• Total Cost: $50,000

Financial Aid Information

• Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 96%
• Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
  • Grants: 96%
  • Loans: 85%
• Mean Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $10,378
  • Loans: $7,012

Academic Programs Offered

• Most Popular Majors: Psychology; Visual and Performing Arts; Health Professions and Related Programs; Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities; and Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

Retention and Graduation

• First-Year Student Retention (full-time students): 80%
• Transfer-out Rate: 25%
• 4-Year Graduation Rate: 47%
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 61%

NCAA Athletic Programs

• Men’s Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball
• Women’s Sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball

Overview of Lesley University Admissions

Students whose SAT/ACT scores and GPA are within the institution’s requirements have a good chance of being admitted. Applicants must complete an online application and send test scores from either the SAT or ACT and high school transcripts. Glowing recommendation letters can bolster your application, along with being involved with student organizations and attempting a challenging course load. Interested students should check out the university’s website, which has helpful tips and contact information for the admissions offices.

Admissions Data                        

• Lesley University Acceptance Rate: 76%
• Test Scores — 25th/75th Percentile
  • SAT Critical Reading: 475/665
  • SAT Math: 463/628
  • SAT Writing: -/-
  • ACT Cumulative: 22/29
  • ACT English: 19/26
  • ACT Math: 21/29
  • ACT Writing: -/-

Safety Net Schools: Easy to Gain Admission

If past admission data predicts that you would be a competitive candidate for Lesley University, it should be easy to gain admissions to the schools below. If Lesley University is currently out of your reach, then you are sure to be a competitive candidate for the schools below.

Old Dominion University, Georgia State University, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, University of Texas at El Paso, University of California, Merced, California State University Northridge

Same Tier: Just As Hard to Gain Admission

If you’re a competitive candidate for Lesley University, you should have an equal chance of gaining admissions at these schools.

San Jose State University, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, California State University Long Beach, Florida Gulf Coast University, University of Texas at San Antonio, Hampton University, Washington State University

Reach Institutions: Gaining Admissions Will Be More of a Challenge

These schools are more challenging to gain admission into than Lesley University. If you improve your GPA and SAT/ACT scores, you’ll be a competitive candidate.

University of California, Davis, United States Military Academy, Texas Christian University, Hofstra University, Auburn University, Temple University, Seton Hall University

Applying to Lesley University

Application Deadline: July 15

Undergraduate Admissions Website: https://lesley.edu/admissions-aid

Undergraduate Application Link(s):

https://lesley.edu/admissions-aid/how-to-apply/undergraduate-programs

Graduate Admissions Website: https://lesley.edu/academics/graduate

Graduate Application Link(s): https://lesley.edu/admissions-aid/how-to-apply/graduate-programs