Lesley University (Lesley) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Cambridge, MA. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The Lesley's tuition & fees is $34,256 for the academic year 2024-2025. 81% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $16,217.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,557 and the students to faculty ratio is 10 to 1 (10.00%).
Lesley's acceptance rate is 96.87% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 7.89%.
Lesley ranked 302nd in National Universities and 49th in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Lesley University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Lesley University is $34,256. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,890.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $35,798 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $20,133.
| Undergraduate | $34,256 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $19,890 |
| Undergraduate | $35,798 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $20,133 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 96.87% Acceptance Rate / 7.89% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 58% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 19% |
| Retention Rate | 72%(full-time), 33% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 10.00% (10 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 2,557 (1,229 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $16,217 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Lesley University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 29 Everett St, Cambridge, MA 02138-2790 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 617-868-9600 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral / Research University (not R1, R2) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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