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Lesley University

Cambridge, MA · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Lesley University campus
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Admission rate
97%
Open
Average net price
$31,777
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
42%
Median earnings
$57,844
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Lesley University is a private nonprofit college in Cambridge, MA with 1,122 undergraduates. It admits 97% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $31,777 per year ($24,100 for families earning under $30,000). 42% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $57,844 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
97%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,509
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,369
Fall 2023
Yield
8%
of admitted students enrolled

What Lesley University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$54,152
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$35,822

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$24,100
  • $30–48k$25,588
  • $48–75k$27,261
  • $75–110k$33,380
  • $110k+$37,744

Get a personal estimate with Lesley University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
42%
Freshman retention
72%
Median earnings
$57,844
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,122
Student–faculty ratio
10:1
Receive Pell grants
36%
  • White46%
  • Hispanic19%
  • Black9%
  • Asian6%

Lesley University FAQ

What is Lesley University's acceptance rate?+

Lesley University admits 97% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is Lesley University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Lesley University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,509 students applied to Lesley University and 2,369 were admitted; 189 enrolled.

Does Lesley University consider legacy status?+

No. Lesley University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Lesley University require an essay?+

Lesley University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Lesley University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $54,152 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $31,777.

What is Lesley University's graduation rate?+

42% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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