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Lesley University

29 Everett St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00216000
  • President: Joseph B. Moore
  • Type: 4 Year Private (Non-Profit)
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
  • Local Area: Midsized City
  • Student Enrollment: 5,999

Lesley University

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Can Complete Preparation With Specialization

    - State Approved for Certification

Website:

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Mission Statement

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Accreditation

  • New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Arts & Sciences Plus Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Single Doctoral (Education)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Majority Graduate/Professional
  • Size Classification
    • - Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
*Not all of the programs above may be offered

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Lesley University directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Ecology Degree---22-
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Business Administration, Other Degree--21--
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Non-Profit, Public, Organizational Management Degree-----
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Communication Technology

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Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree1-7--
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Education

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Computer Teacher Education Degree26--399-
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Counseling and Guidance Services Degree---7-
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Curriculum and Instruction Degree9--161-
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Early Childhood Education Degree--471-
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Education Degree----7
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Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs Degree---2-
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Education, Other Degree20--483-
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Educational and Instructional Media Design Degree-----
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Elementary Education Degree--5133-
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English and Language Arts Teacher Education Degree--119-
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History Teacher Education Degree--611-
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Mathematics Teacher Education Degree---32-
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Reading Teacher Education Degree---10-
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Science Teacher Education Degree---3-
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Social Studies Teacher Education Degree---1-
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Special Education Teaching Degree--1146-
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Teacher and Professional Development, Other Degree---11-
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Middle School Education Degree---14-
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English Language and Literature

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Creative Writing Degree--10--
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English Language and Literature Degree--13--
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Human Development and Family Studies Degree--21--
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Art Therapy Degree--1622-
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Dance Therapy Degree---6-
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Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other Degree---24-
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Mental Health Counseling Degree---1906
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Music Therapy Degree---6-
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Interdisciplinary Studies

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Intercultural, Multicultural and Diversity Studies Degree---27-
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Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree---65-
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Liberal Arts, Other Degree2-7847-
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics Degree--10--
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Natural Resources and Conservation

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Environmental Science Degree--5--
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Environmental Studies Degree--23-
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Psychology

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Community Psychology Degree--25--
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Counseling Psychology Degree1-3635-
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Developmental and Child Psychology Degree--12--
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Community Organization and Advocacy Degree--4--
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Social Sciences

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Political Science Degree--1--
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Social Sciences Degree--16--
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Art History Degree--2--
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Commercial and Advertising Art Degree1----
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Fine Studio Arts Degree--1630-
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Graphic Design Degree--15--
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Illustration Degree1-16--
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Photography Degree--24--
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Lesley University accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Lesley University.

The Lesley University admissions office phone number is (617) 349-8800. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00 Fall 2011
  • Graduate Application Fee: $50.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • - Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Required
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • - Required
  • Formal Demonstration of Competencies
    • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants6652,0982,763
Number Granted Admission (%)387 (58%)1,449 (69%)1,836 (66%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)88 (23%)279 (19%)367 (20%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam34393%
ACT ® Exam5415%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading480590
SAT ® Math460570
SAT ® Writing480580

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite2125
ACT ® English2026
ACT ® Math1724

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 5,999

    • - Undergraduate: 1,838

    - Graduate: 4,161

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 1,036

    - Female: 5,137

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.2 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 431

    - Female: 1,409

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.3 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 605

    - Female: 3,728

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.2 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 2,588

    - Part-Time: 3,585

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,386

    - Part-Time: 454

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,202

    - Part-Time: 3,131

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien952%
American Indian310.5%
Black2885%
Asian1262%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander30.05%
Hispanic2504%
White3,99567%
Unknown1,13819%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 18560.9%
Ages 18-195749%
Ages 20-215339%
Ages 22-2476412%
Ages 25-291,26320%
Ages 30-3468811%
Ages 35-395339%
Ages 40-491,11718%
Ages 50-6563310%
Age Over 6580.1%
Age Unknown40.06%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 76%
  • Part-Time Students: 100%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students49%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male47%
Female50%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien40%
American Indian-
Black45%
Asian62%
Hispanic44%
White53%
Unknown38%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less38%
5 Years47%
6 Years49%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Lesley University, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.lesley.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$29,614$28,106$28,529
$0 - $30,000$24,453$23,397$23,917
$30,000 - $48,000$25,682$23,802$24,111
$48,001 - $75,000$29,179$26,743$27,011
$75,001 - $110,000$31,801$29,446$30,132
More Than $110,000$32,801$31,374$32,647

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$30,545$29,525$28,525
In-State Tuition and Fees$30,545$29,525$28,525
Out of State Tuition and Fees$30,545$29,525$28,525
Books and Supplies$700$700$700

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$13,250$12,800$12,400
Other Expenses$2,590$2,590$2,590
Off Campus
Room and Board$6,725$6,725$6,725
Other Expenses$1,925$1,925$1,925
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,715$1,925$4,715

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$47,085$45,615$44,215
In-State$47,085$45,615$44,215
Out of State$47,085$45,615$44,215
Off Campus
In-District$39,895$38,875$37,875
In-State$39,895$38,875$37,875
Out of State$39,895$38,875$37,875
Off Campus with Family
In-District$35,960$34,940$33,940
In-State$35,960$34,940$33,940
Out of State$35,960$34,940$33,940

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Lesley University financial aid office phone number is (617) 349-8710. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid36697%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid35494%$14,446
All Federal Grants11029%$4,638
Pell Grants11029%$4,169
Other Federal Grants164%$3,219
State/Local Grants & Scholarships7520%$1,692
Institutional Grants & Scholarships35494%$12,647
All Student Loans31484%$7,543
Federal Student Loans31283%$5,833
Other Student Loans4412%$12,468

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)2.4%1.8%1.6%
Number in Default584238
Number in Repayment2,3612,2702,347

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 850
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $8,150

On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

  • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: $5,100
  • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 19

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Nearby Public Area
Drug Related-1-

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Off Campus Surrounding Area
Aggravated Assault-1-
Burglary-51
On Campus
Forcible Rape--1
Aggravated Assault1-2
Burglary331
Nearby Public Area
Robbery24-
Aggravated Assault-44
Vehicle Theft-72
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape--1
Aggravated Assault--2
Burglary-31

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Basketball Conference: 363
  • College Baseball Conference: 363
  • College Track & Field Conference: 363

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes206104102
Unduplicated Athletes1628676
Baseball2525-
Basketball281810
Soccer502525
Softball16-16
Tennis201010
Track and Field, Indoor15510
Track and Field, Outdoor15510
Track and Field, X-Country19712
Volleyball1899

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$7,285$7,285
Assistant Coaches-$3,071$2,714

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches381919
Baseball33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Basketball532
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches321
Soccer633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
Softball4-4
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches3-3
Tennis422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Track and Field, Indoor422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Track and Field, Outdoor422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Track and Field, X-Country422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Volleyball422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees61352687
Faculty Status22818444
Tenured Faculty321
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service19014941
Primarily Instruction19014941
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial1681635
Other Professionals18115328
Technical and/or Paraprofessional746113
Clerical And Secretarial68617

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$68,518 (114)$68,300 (43)$68,650 (71)
Professor$83,464 (34)$87,660 (10)$81,716 (24)
Associate Professor$69,957 (39)$69,491 (19)$70,400 (20)
Assistant Professor$56,119 (33)$54,620 (11)$56,868 (22)
Instructor$49,126 (8)$46,383 (3)$50,772 (5)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$91,100 (35)$96,243 (9)$89,320 (26)
Professor$107,725 (13)$117,011 (3)$104,940 (10)
Associate Professor$86,723 (11)$94,121 (3)$83,949 (8)
Assistant Professor$75,476 (10)$77,596 (3)$74,567 (7)
Instructor$79,363 (1)- (-)$79,363 (1)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$69,932 (149)$70,108 (52)$69,838 (97)
Professor$84,758 (47)$89,524 (13)$82,935 (34)
Associate Professor$70,177 (50)$70,516 (22)$69,910 (28)
Assistant Professor$57,429 (43)$56,520 (14)$57,868 (29)
Instructor$50,883 (9)$46,383 (3)$53,132 (6)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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