Lasell offers over 60 majors and minors. View a complete list of our undergraduate majors and minors and graduate programs.
Nearly 1,500 undergraduate students are enrolled at Lasell and there are over 500 graduate students.
Lasell has a beautiful 54-acre suburban, residential college campus located in Newton, MA just minutes from the city of Boston. Take a look at our Virtual Tour!
Lasell University was founded in 1851. Learn more about the history and facts of Lasell University.
Lasell is located just 8 miles from downtown Boston.
Connected Learning is the educational philosophy at Lasell University. We combine classroom instruction with active learning experiences. We are committed to the idea of learning by doing through internships, service learning, and challenging projects in and out of the classroom. Read more about Connected Learning and see examples of our teaching methods.
An average class size at Lasell is 17 - 100% of Lasell's classes are capped at 25 students.
Lasell requires freshman students to submit their high school transcript, 1st quarter senior year grades (if applying Regular Decision), an essay, and one letter of recommendation. Students can complete use either the Common Application or Lasell's online application. Lasell does not require applicants to submit test results for admission to undergraduate programs. If you believe the results from the SAT or ACT support your candidacy for admission, we encourage you to submit them.
Lasell University offers both Early Action (non-binding) and Regular Decision options. Early Action candidates for the Fall semester must submit all application materials by November 15. The Office of Undergraduate Admission begins informing Early Action candidates of decisions on December 1.
Regular Admission candidates for the Fall and Spring semester are reviewed on a rolling basis. The Office of Undergraduate Admission begins informing Regular Admission candidates of decisions December 15 (for the Fall entry term) and September 15 (for the Spring entry term).Therefore, students are encouraged to complete their applications as soon as possible.
Lasell's Priority deadline for scholarship consideration is March 15.
Lasell accepts applications from transfer students for the fall (September) and spring (January) semesters. Whether you have completed only a couple college credits or a few semesters worth, we make it easy. Read about the application process for transfer students on our Transfer Admission page.
Lasell does not require applicants to submit test results for admission to undergraduate programs. If you believe the results from the SAT or ACT support your candidacy for admission, we encourage you to submit them.
Lasell University is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III and the Great Northeast Atlantic Conference (GNAC). For more information about Lasell Athletics, visit Laser Athletics.
Our varsity programs include:
Baseball (men)
Basketball (men, women)
Cross Country (men, women)
Field Hockey (women)
Lacrosse (men, women)
Soccer (men, women)
Softball (women)
Indoor Track and Field (men, women)
Outdoor Track and Field (men, women)
Volleyball (men, women)
Yes. Although Lasell's varsity coaches do recruit, some of the students that play sports at Lasell try out for our athletic teams after they enroll.
Yes, there are several non-intercollegiate sports opportunities available at Lasell, including basketball, hockey, soccer, running, volleyball, and dodgeball to name a few. Additionally, Lasell has crew, cheer, and rugby at the club level.
Yes. Lasell University requires all students, faculty, and staff to have a COVID-19 vaccination and one COVID-19 booster. This policy includes residential and commuter students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Yes. We offer both need-based aid and merit awards to qualifying students. Visit Types of Financial Aid to learn more.
Lasell requires students to submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
We have the same commitment to provide financial aid for transfer students as we do first year students. Transfer students are eligible for merit scholarships.
Contact our Office of Student Financial Planning at finaid@lasell.edu or (617) 243-2227, or visit Tuition and Aid.
Lasell University reviews all admitted students for Lasell University Awards based on demonstrated academic achievement and a holistic review of their application materials. Learn more about financial aid opportunities and our Lasell University Awards on Types of Financial Aid.
Lasell offers a wide variety of housing options in our 27 different residence halls - a student could live in a different style each year at Lasell! We have traditional residence halls and Victorian-inspired mansions as well as hotel and suite-style residence halls. Please visit Living on Campus for more information.
Of course! While Lasell University is primarily comprised of residential students, we do have a good population of students that choose to commute to campus. Boston's public transportation system (the MBTA) and convenient parking make Lasell's campus easily accessible for commuters. Check out Campus Commuters for more information.
Yes, Lasell offers a variety of living communities including all-female, quiet study, wellness, gender neutral and alcohol-free housing. Learn more on our Living on Campus page.
Yes, we have both co-ed and single sex housing. Learn about all of our residence halls on our Living on Campus page.
Logan International Airport is located right in Boston and it is just a short "T" ride from campus.
Yes - Lasell University is located on the Green Line of the "T" (Boston's subway system) and the Riverside stop is part of our campus shuttle's route.
Newton is designated as a "Best Place to Live" by Money Magazine and a "Best College Town" by Business Insider. Depending on your interests, you can enjoy the city of Boston or enjoy the comforts of a suburban city. There are great restaurants, cultural activities, 5 major professional sports teams (the Boston Red Sox, The Boston Bruins, The Boston Celtics, The New England Patriots, and the New England Revolution), beaches, the Charles River (for kayaking and rowing), museums, and everything a student could want when they need a break from studying. Did we mention the Boston Marathon runs right by our campus?
Moody Street in Waltham has great restaurants and a movie theater. Boca Bella, just off campus, has great sandwiches. Grab tickets from Student Activities and go to a Red Sox, Bruins or Celtics game. Cheer on the Lasers at a Lasell sporting event or attend one of our famous Bingo games to win huge prizes.
