Lesley University
Private college · Cambridge, MA · 1,122 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
97%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$31,777
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$54,152
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
42%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Lesley University?
Lesley University accepts about 97 of every 100 applicants (97%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Lesley University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Lesley University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Lesley University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $54,152 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $31,777 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $35,822 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$35,822
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$35,822
- Room & board$20,402
- Total cost of attendance$54,152
- Average net price after grants$31,777
Popular majors
Visual & Performing Arts, Psychology, Education, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Business.
Lesley University FAQ
- What is Lesley University's acceptance rate?
- 97% — accessible.
- Is Lesley University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Lesley University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Lesley University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Lesley University cost?
- About $54,152 a year before aid; $31,777 on average after grants.
- What is Lesley University's FAFSA school code?
- 002160. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Lesley University receives your information.
- What is Lesley University's graduation rate?
- 42% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Lesley University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem State UniversitySalem, MA | 96% | — | $12,921 | 49% |
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