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 in-person and virtual visits at high schools and college fairs. 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; Call or text Ashley: 617.855.0604
Jennine Tambio, Assistant Vice President of College Partnerships and Transfer Initiatives
Area of focus: Pre-transfer advising for all transfer applicants and degree completion applicants (adult learning, community college partnership, and online pathways).
"We meet students where they are at. We will help you maximize the time and tuition you have invested and help you see your goal of completing your bachelor's degree become a reality."
Email Jennine: jtambio@lesley.edu; Call or text Jennine: 857-500-2191
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 (Milton, Lexington, Waltham), New York (New York City and Suffolk and Nassau Counties), New Jersey, Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands, and South and Southeast regions of the United States.
"Choosing to go to college is a special rite of passage. I love being able to make an impact on students lives in an encouraging environment like the Lesley Community."
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: 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
Eric Pappas, Senior Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
All transfer applicants and degree completion applicants (LCAL on campus programs and Community College partnerships)
Email Eric: eric.pappas@lesley.edu; Call or text Eric: 617.958.7459
Olivia Olcott, Assistant Director of Admissions
Area of focus: First-year students
Regions: Massachusetts (Quincy, Worcester, Cape Cod and the Islands, Bristol, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties), New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, 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; Call or text Olivia: 617.855.1564
Elenna Beati, Assistant Director of Admissions
Area of focus: First-year students
Regions: Massachusetts (Western Massachusetts, Fitchburg and North Worcester, Lowell, Concord and Wellesley, and Essex County) and Maine.
“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
Isabel Dawson, Assistant Director of Admissions
Area of focus: First-year students
Regions: Massachusetts (Metro Boston) and Urban Scholars Initiative.
“My favorite aspects of Lesley are the printmaking studios and the school's options to combine my two interests: art and psychology. I am excited for the possibilities here at Lesley, as I hope to get a master's degree here soon!"
Email Isabel: idawson@lesley.edu; Call or text Isabel: 857.500.7275
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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