All Lasell students are provided with Lasell email accounts, and it is the primary means by which faculty and staff communicate with students. You should check your Lasell University email regularly!

Your Lasell University student email username and temporary password will be emailed to you with a link to the New Student Guide Spring 2020 (downloadable pdf).  You will need to setup Multi-Factor Authentication at https://aka.ms/MFASetup.  Here is a guide to help with setting up your Multi-Factor Authentication.  If you are unable to log in with the provided account and password, please contact the Information Technology Help Desk at (617) 243-2200 or helpdesk@lasell.edu.

Directions about changing your password, setting up access on your phone to your Lasell email account, and more can be found in the  Technology Survival Guide for Students (pdf).  Need more assistance? Contact Information Technology with any questions at (617) 243-2200 or helpdesk@lasell.edu.

HOW TO FIND YOUR STUDENT ID NUMBER

Here are the steps to access your Student ID Number.

1. Go to http://my.lasell.edu
2. Click on "Self Service" within the QuickLinks box
3. Log in, if you are not automatically logged in
4. Click on "My Profile"
5. Click on "Account Information" - the student ID will be listed on that page

Lasell Laser Winter Orientation (for first-year and transfer students)

The Office of Student Activities & Orientation is continuing Lasell's usual two-part Orientation program, with virtual and in-person events due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation (please see our COVID-19 information page, which is continually being updated). 

During our Lasell Laser Winter Orientation program, on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, you and other first-year and transfer students starting at Lasell in the spring 2021 semester, will meet other classmates as well as members of the faculty and staff. You’ll also choose your courses for the spring and learn about various resources on campus. Once you’ve registered for Orientation and completed your placement exams (see Step 3 - Take Your Online Placement Exams), your academic advisor will register you for your spring courses. Your advisor will email your schedule to you and then you and the advisor will discuss any schedule changes you may wish to make. Register for Orientation today!

Access Canvas Course for Lasell Laser Winter Orientation

Prior to your arrival on campus, you will be added to a Canvas course for Lasell Laser Winter Orientation. Canvas is the Learning Management System used here at Lasell, which you will use throughout your time here. All correspondence and reminders from this course will be sent to your Lasell email address, so please ensure you are regularly and actively checking your account.

To access the Canvas course for Orientation:

• Sign into My.Lasell.edu using your Lasell log-in credentials
• On the left side of the screen, under “QUICKLINKS”, select Canvas
• Browse your courses and select “Laser Winter Orientation”

Once added to the Orientation course, we encourage you explore the modules prepared for you. The information in this course will aid you in your transition to Lasell, and provide you with information on the numerous resources students are offered on campus.

Lasell International Student Orientation

All students who hold an F-1 Visa are required to attend Lasell International Student Orientation on Monday, January 25, 2021. This is in addition to attending Lasell Laser Winter Orientation on Tuesday, January 26, 2021. At International Student Orientation, students will participate in engaging information sessions on topics including maintaining their F-1 status, learning about American culture, and understanding what it is like to be an international student studying at Lasell. For any questions about International Student Orientation, please email iss@lasell.edu.

Contact the Office of Student Activities & Orientation 

Questions about the Canvas module or about registering for Lasell Laser Winter Orientation? The Office of Student Activities & Orientation is open Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can reach us via email at studentactivities@lasell.edu or by phone at 617-243-2475. Please follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for daily interactive content and news. Additionally, the Welcome, New Students site serves as a hub for all information regarding Orientation. Please feel free to send questions and/or issues our way!

Math Placement Exams

All new students are required to take the Mathematics placement test before attending Orientation. Your placement score will help you and your advisor select your first math course at Lasell. When you take the Mathematics Placement Test you may use a calculator and take as much time as you need. However, the entire test should be completed on your own and in one sitting. Your math placement score and your SAT (if available) will determine your first math course at Lasell.

If you do not complete the Math Placement Exam, you will automatically be placed into Math 106, Algebraic Operations (the core competency math course). Access the Math Placement Test here (use your Lasell user name and password to login). 

Writing Placement

All new students should complete the Writing Placement Survey and indicate which course they plan to take in the fall. Access the Writing Placement Test here.

Spanish and French Placement Exams

Students in the majors listed below have a foreign language graduation requirement and must complete the Spanish or French Placement Test. Students in these majors with previous coursework in Spanish or French should take the placement test for the language they have studied. Students in other majors who are considering further Spanish or French study at Lasell should also complete the appropriate placement test. Access the Language Placement Tests here.

• English
• English with Elementary Education
• English with Secondary Education
• History
• History with Secondary Education
• Humanities
• Human Services
• Psychology
• Sociology

If you have any questions about the Placement Tests, please email Professor Guzmán at joguzman@lasell.edu  

If you plan to live on campus you may sign your 2020-2021 Lasell University Housing Agreement electronically, and request specific roommates and/or indicate personal preferences to assist with roommate matching, via the forms below. Please read and complete the housing forms, which must be completed no later than Friday, January 6, 2021

• Instructions for Completing Housing Information (downloadable PDF) - Please read first!
• Supplemental Housing Information (downloadable PDF)
• Packing Guide (downloadable PDF)

For more information on residential life at Lasell, visit Living on Campus.  Staff at the Residential Life office may also be contacted at (617)-243-2124 or at residentiallife@lasell.edu. 

All students enrolled in at least 9 qualifying credits are required by Massachusetts State law to be enrolled in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) or be covered by a health insurance plan with comparable coverage. To ensure compliance with Massachusetts law, students who are registered for 9 or more credit hours are automatically billed for the Student Health Insurance Plan

To waive the Student Health Insurance Plan for the 2020-2021 policy year and be credited for the billed amount,  you must visit the University Health Plans site and take the following simple steps:

• Click on "Waiver Form" on the left-hand side of the page
• Complete all required information
• Click "Submit"

The Health Services staff welcomes you to Lasell University!

Required Health Forms should be completed online using our Online Patient Portal. The deadline for completing and uploading these required health forms is January 15, 2021. Please obtain a copy of your up-to-date immunization record and most recent physical exam from your healthcare provider's office as soon as possible. You will not be able to complete the health forms or register for classes without a current immunization form on file.

• Personal Health History (downloadable PDF)
• Physical Exam (downloadable PDF)
• Immunization Record (downloadable PDF)
• Tuberculosis Screening (downloadable PDF)
• Please also include a photocopy of the front and back of your insurance card.

Health Services strongly prefers that you complete your health forms on line so the information is automatically added to your electronic medical record. There are easy to follow instructions on the Patient Portal to help you with this process.

If you are unable to access the patient portal website and upload these forms electronically, you can access hard copies of these forms at the Health Services Forms site, and return them to our office via fax at (617) 243-2339, or via mail to: Lasell University Health Services, 1844 Commonwealth Ave., Newton, MA 02466. All forms are required. 

ATHLETES: College athletes have additional information required and need to complete those requirements as well. For more information, see Step 7: Student Athletes Medical Clearance or visit the New Athlete information site.

Welcome to Lasell University Athletics! 

The athletic program at Lasell University provides student-athletes the opportunity to develop and display their talents through collegiate-level competition. At Lasell University, athletics are considered an integral part of a sound educational experience with the goal to have each student-athlete strive to reach his or her potential on and off the field. The Athletic Department fosters the development of sportsmanship, community, fair play, positive societal values and physical well-being for all participants. 

NOTE: Lasell University student athletes are required to complete additional health information beyond the the Upload Health Records requirement detailed in Step 6. The additional health requirements for student athletes can be found on the New Athlete Information site.

Lasell's highest priority is to ensure that each student-athlete receives a superior education and successfully completes an academic program. We believe the leadership, teamwork and self-discipline learned on the playing field are qualities that lead to both athletic and academic success. Lasell University is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III, and the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC). The college follows the philosophy and the eligibility guidelines of NCAA Division III and of all associated conferences.

Lasell University sponsors the following varsity teams: Cross Country M/W; Field Hockey; Baseball; Basketball M/W; Lacrosse M/W; Soccer M/W; Softball; Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field M/W; Volleyball M/W.

Student-athletes interested in participating on a varsity team must read the following information:

• All incoming student-athletes must have a physical within 6 months of initial participation. See Lasell University's Athletic Training Clearance Procedures site for additional information.
• For physicals, please use this Lasell University Athletics Physical Form and fax it directly to the attention of the Head Athletic Trainer at fax 617-243-2267 (Note: this is the same physical form required by Health Services, and it MUST be submitted to both Health Services and Athletics)
• All incoming student-athletes must register and complete clearance through the electronic medical records site called Sportsware. To access the site and obtain log-in and password information, visit the Lasell Athletics First-Year Athlete Medical Clearance Instructions site.
• All forms and Sportsware clearance must be completed by February 1, 2021.  

Lasell University is deeply committed to the health, welfare, and ultimate success and happiness of all members of our University Community. Membership in the Lasell University community comes with a shared commitment to the health and welfare of others. As part of our comprehensive health and prevention efforts for new students, Lasell University requires you to complete three online training courses prior to arriving on campus:

1. COVID-19 Course and Pledge
2. AlcoholEDU® for Colleges
3. Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduate Students 

For each of these training courses, you will receive a separate email inviting you to take the course. 

About the Required Trainings

COVID-19 Course: Developed by the Office of Health Education for our unique circumstances, and delivered through Canvas (Lasell's single sign-on course delivery platform), the COVID-19 course covers what you need to know about how Lasell is addressing the COVID-19 pandemic on our campus. It covers the virus, prevention, symptoms and symptom-checking (including the CoVerified app), self-swab testing and protocols, and our plans for contact tracing, isolation, and quarantine.

At the end of the COVID-19 course, you will be asked to agree to and sign the Pledge to the community (view previews of the Pledge for residents and commuters). You are required to agree to and sign this Pledge after taking the course and prior to coming to campus. 

AlcoholEDU® for Colleges: Whether or not you abstain from alcohol, it is likely that it has some influence on your life or on the lives of your family and friends. Developed by EVERFI and used widely across US campuses, AlcoholEDU® for Colleges is a thoughtful and educational program for young adults. This training is designed to help you make well-informed decisions about alcohol, and help you to reflect upon and consider issues related to drinking at college.   

Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduate Students: This training is designed to increase your understanding of what constitutes healthy relationships, and to prevent/deter the incidence of sexual assault. Developed by EVERFI, this course provides opportunities to learn about the importance of consent and of being a good communicator, and the many ways you can help to create a safe, positive campus.

Please read the AlcoholEDU and SAP Letter, the AlcoholEDU and SAP Blurb, and the log-in directions so you have all the information you need.

The Office of Student Financial Planning is here to assist students and parents with questions about affording and financing your university education. We can help with questions and information about:

• Applying for financial aid
• Any Lasell University Awards
• Federal and/or state grants
• Student employment
• College savings plans
• Outside scholarships
• ... and more

Financial Aid Required Steps:

1. Complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) with the Lasell FAFSA Code 002158.

2. Return any requested required documentation to our office.

3. If you have already applied for FAFSA and have received a federal Direct Stafford Loan, you must complete the two following items at Federal Student Aid:

• Direct Loan Master Promissory Note
• Direct Loan Entrance Counseling

The Office of Student Accounts is here to serve your needs as they relate to your tuition account. We are responsible for providing you and your family accurate and timely billing and payment information. The office issues ebilling statements and collects payments for tuition, housing, meal plans, and any other applicable fees.

eBills are generated approximately 30 days prior to the due date each semester. Bills are emailed to the students' Lasell University email address and to any shared user the student has given access to on the Student Account Center.

Due Dates are as follows: 

• July 1 for the fall semester      
• January 1 for the spring semester

PAY BILL: Login to your Student Account Center to view your real-time student account information, view your eBill, make a payment, set up a payment plan, add account information for a refund, and add an authorized user.

To access the Student Account Center: 

• Login to MyLasell
• Under "University Resources" select "Pay My Bill"   

SIGN FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AGREEMENT: Please review and electronically submit the Financial Responsibilities Agreement. This must be completed by January 15, 2021.

PAY or WAIVE HEALTH INSURANCE: As mandated by the State of Massachusetts, each academic year the student account is charged for enrollment in an annual health insurance plan. If a student has their own insurance policy they may waive this coverage by visiting the Lasell University Student Health Insurance Plan.  Waivers need to be completed by the billing due date.

Be sure to read the 2020-2021 Undergraduate Billing Policies. It contains important and helpful information regarding your financial responsibilities and options while attending Lasell University. Visit the Payment Information site for additional information. Please contact the Student Accounts Office with any questions at studentaccounts@lasell.edu or (617) 243-2103.

LASELL UNIVERSITY BOOKSTORE

Donahue's Bookstore at Lasell University carries all course materials required for your classes. We are pleased to offer many affordable textbooks options to Lasell University students including new, used, digital, and rental texts. Your books may be purchased in the store or through our online website. If you purchase online, you can choose to have your books shipped to you, or pick them up in the store when you arrive on campus! We also carry an assortment of Lasell University clothing and gifts, school and residence hall supplies, snacks and technology products. Accepted forms of payment include; cash, check, credit or debit card, Barnes & Noble Gift Card, and your Lasell "Torch Card". We are located in the Science and Technology Center. If you have questions about the bookstore or purchasing your books, you can call (617) 243-2182 or email lasellbookstore@lasell.edu

HOW TO FIND YOUR STUDENT ID NUMBER

Here are the steps to access your Student ID Number.

1. Go to http://my.lasell.edu
2. Click on "Self Service" within the QuickLinks box
3. Log in, if you are not automatically logged in
4. Click on "My Profile"
5. Click on "Account Information" - the student ID will be listed on that page

HOTELS NEAR LASELL UNIVERSITY

Lasell University has compiled this list of local area hotels.