Contact an Admissions Counselor
We know you are comparing lots of different colleges. We’re here to make that process as easy as possible. Our admissions counselors are a great resource throughout your entire college search process.
Contact us with any questions you may have about Lesley—our programs, the culture, or what makes us stand out. Talk to us about what you’re looking for, and we can help you decide if Lesley’s a good fit. Call, email, text, or set up a one-on-one meeting with us in Cambridge. Have questions about your application to Lesley? We can help with that, too. Ask us about deadlines or requirements, and get advice on how to make your application stand out.
Travel Schedule
Throughout the year, Admissions Counselors will be conducting virtual visits to offer opportunities for students to meet with them one-on-one or in small groups, as well. See our counselors' schedule here
Find Your Counselor
Each counselor works with areas of the United States and internationally. Click "read more" under their bios to see who your counselor is. Counselors are available for virtual or phone one-on-one meetings, interviews, and accepted student meetings. Our BFA Specialists are also available for virtual portfolio reviews.
Ashley L. Battle, Assistant Vice President of Undergraduate Admissions
Email Ashley: abattle2@lesley.edu; Text Ashley: 617.855.0604
Erik Gullard, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions
Area of focus at Lesley: All transfer applicants and degree completion applicants (LCAL on campus programs and Community College partnerships).
“Lesley offers students the opportunity to explore and I love when students have their ‘aha’ moment and realize their passion.”
Email Erik: egullard@lesley.edu; Call or Text Erik: 617.326.5217
Bradi Hajjar, Director of International Recruitment and Student Success
Area of focus: International students (outside of and inside the United States), and degree completion applicants (online programs).
“At Lesley, there’s a supportive and welcoming community that you’ll feel from your first step on campus.”
Email Bradi: bhajjar@lesley.edu; Call or Text Bradi: 617.397.3409
Michael Cartusciello, Associate Director of Admissions
Area of focus: First year students
Regions: Massachusetts (Western Massachusetts, Fitchburg, North Worcester and Essex County), New York (New York City and Suffolk and Nassau Counties), New Jersey, Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands and South and Southeast regions of United States
Email Michael: mcartusc@lesley.edu; Call or Text Michael: 617.404.1429
Mike McCarthy, Associate Director of Admissions
Area of focus: First-year students
Regions: Massachusetts (Norfolk, Bristol, Quincy, and Plymouth Counties), Connecticut, upstate New York, New Jersey, Rocky Mountain, South, West and Southwest Regions
“My favorite aspect of working at Lesley is the students.”
Email Mike: mmccart1@lesley.edu; Call or Text Mike: 617.431.1284
Olivia Olcott, Assistant Director of Admissions
Area of focus at Lesley: First-year students
Regions: Massachusetts (Lowell, Concord, Wellesley, Cape Cod & Islands and Worcester Counties), Rhode Island, and Midwest regions.
“What I love about Lesley is working with the students, being able to assist them in uncovering their passions, and helping them find the next place they want to call home!”
Email Olivia: oolcott@lesley.edu; Text Olivia: 617.855.1564
Elenna Beati, Assistant Director of Admissions
Area of focus: First-year students
Regions: Massachusetts (Milton, Lexington, Waltham and Metro Boston) and Urban Scholar’s Initiative
“Lesley really is the best of both worlds for students—with its small size that fosters a great sense of community and the ability to make connections within the greater Cambridge/Boston area!”
Email Elenna: ebeati@lesley.edu; Call or text Elenna: 857.371.4773
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- Undergraduate Admissions
101 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA 02138 - Center for the Adult Learner
Doble Campus Office: 37 Mellen St., Room 105
South Campus Office: Sherrill 333
Cambridge, MA 02138 - Mailing Address
29 Everett Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Virtual or in person - Weekends by appointment only