The Lasell Tuition Commitment is our pledge to deliver both access and value in higher education. Families with household earnings under $100,000 may be eligible to receive full tuition coverage, making a Lasell degree an accessible and valuable investment.
By combining federal and state grants with Lasell scholarships, we’re making college both affordable and transformative. The Commitment reflects our belief that true value in education goes beyond price—it’s about what students gain: career preparation, personal growth, and a supportive community that believes in and values them as individuals.
This initiative removes financial obstacles while ensuring students can:
- Find their place in our welcoming community
- Discover their passions through hands-on Connected Learning and real world experiences
- Build their purpose with the confidence, skills, and experiences that will prepare them to thrive after graduation
At Lasell, value means being valued. The Lasell Tuition Commitment allows talented, motivated students to pursue their passion and graduate ready for success—without the burden of paying tuition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Starting Fall 2026, first-time, full-time undergraduate students whose household earnings are under $100,000 may qualify, provided they meet all eligibility requirements. Students must also file the FAFSA each year by the published deadline and remain in good academic standing.
The Lasell Tuition Commitment covers the full cost of tuition through a combination of federal and state grants plus Lasell scholarships.
To qualify, students must:
- Apply and be admitted to Lasell University
- Demonstrate household earnings/AGI are under $100,000 annually
- Students must start in the fall semester
- Student and parents identified on FAFSA must have Massachusetts residency
- Student and their family must be pell-eligible
- Recalculated high school GPA of 3.5 or higher
- First-time, full-time bachelor degree seeking undergraduate students
- Must maintain full-time enrollment status
- Eligibility is reassessed annually based on income and FAFSA submission
- Covers tuition after all federal, state, and institutional grants/awards are applied. This includes endowed scholarships, outside scholarships/awards, and other forms of financial aid.
- Continue to meet federal and institutional aid eligibility standards
Tuition is covered through a combination of federal and state grants (such as Pell and MASSGrant) plus Lasell’s institutional scholarships. Together, these add up to ensure full tuition costs are met.
No separate application is required. All admitted students are automatically considered once they file the FAFSA.
No. Students may live on or off campus and still qualify. Room, board, and other living costs are not included in the Lasell Tuition Commitment.
Yes. As long as students continue to meet the requirements—filing out the FAFSA, maintaining household income eligibility, full-time enrollment, and good academic standing—they remain eligible for tuition coverage each year.
No. The Lasell Tuition Commitment applies only to Massachusetts residents as determined by FAFSA guidelines.
No. The program is available only to first-time, full-time bachelor degree seeking undergraduate students.
Yes. For eligible students, direct tuition is fully covered. However, room and board, fees, books, supplies, and personal expenses are not included. Students may apply to other external scholarships to cover room and board and other costs.
Current students are not eligible. However, current students will not see a reduction in financial aid.
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