Transfer to Lesley University

Find Success & Support at Lesley

Transfer up to 90 credits to our College of Liberal Arts & Sciences or up to 66 credits to our College of Art and Design and receive your bachelor’s degree in 35+ majors or craft your own path to degree completion at Lesley University. Our free application and affordable tuition make Lesley a successful and expedient option for transfer students.

Choose which learning format fits your needs best with flexible course modalities online, on-campus in Cambridge, or off-campus at a location near you. Once we receive all the required materials, our team will deliver your admissions decision within 48 hours. Start taking advantage of the Lesley lifestyle today!

  • Learn from faculty who are practitioners in their field with small class sizes.
  • Receive individualized advising to help you complete your degree quickly.
  • Seek our free tutoring or career advice from the Career Resource Center, while you’re a student and beyond graduation.
  • Participate in hands-on internships or fieldwork for practical experience.

Learn more about the transfer student application process.

The Massachusetts Guarantee Program for Transfer Students

For Massachusetts students with an associate degree, transferring to Lesley University is easier and more affordable than ever before. Applicants holding a Massachusetts associate degree and a minimum GPA of 2.5, are guaranteed acceptance into Lesley University.

Benefits include:

  • No application fee
  • No admission essay requirement
  • Guaranteed admission with a 2.5 GPA
  • Guaranteed transfer of all associate degree credits you have earned
  • Automatic Junior standing when you enroll at Lesley
  • Merit scholarships and tuition discounts for full-time students with a prior associate degree

Learn more about the Massachusetts Guarantee Program for Transfer Students.

Explore Life at Lesley

From the Comfort of Your Home

Discover Lesley University virtually by exploring our interactive campus map or taking an inside peek at student life. Schedule a virtual meeting with one of our dedicated counselors to have all your questions answered.

Attend a virtual information session, led by a member of our admissions team. Learn about signature academic programs, faculty, internships, experiential learning, and the admissions process. Sign up for our next Virtual Information Session, alternating Mondays and Wednesdays each week, except for holidays.

Join Us On Campus

Sign up for a campus tour led by a current Lesley student or staff member. Entrance to buildings will be limited but will incorporate both the South and Porter campuses to include a residence hall, dining hall, our newly renovated library, and a classroom or art school facility.

Our Team is Ready to Assist You

Let’s make a plan to finish your bachelor’s degree. Our admissions counselors and advisors will support you from the first conversation to the day you graduate. Complete the form to the right to get started.

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