Lesley University

The acceptance rate at Lesley University is 75%. Out of 3,049 applications received in 2023, 2,277 students were offered admission.

Reach out to Lesley University's admissions department for more information on applying.

Students who apply to Lesley University for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than January 15.

Lesley University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Lesley University's admissions stats.

Lesley University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	5%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	72%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	7%
Waitlist	No

Lesley University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Lesley University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 1	January 1
Regular Decision	Yes	2 15	January 15

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Considering Applying Early to Lesley University?

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Lesley University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Lesley University will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 1.

Some students apply early to college to help their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Lesley University Admissions

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Transferring to Lesley University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Lesley University

Lesley University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Lesley University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Lesley University

Wondering what factors are considered by Lesley University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Lesley University for more information on admission factors.

Lesley University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

Double check with Lesley University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Lesley University?

Students admitted to Lesley University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 50% submitted a class rank. At Lesley University 5% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 28% were in the top 25% and 67% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Lesley University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Lesley University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Lesley University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 72% of Lesley University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 7% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Lesley University?

To be competitive with other Lesley University applicants, you should strive to score between 1010 and 1190 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Lesley University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1190 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Lesley University students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Lesley University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at Lesley University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Lesley University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Lesley University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to Lesley University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Lesley University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1. Applicants should hear back by January 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Lesley University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Lesley University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Lesley University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Lesley University.

Does Lesley University accept transfer credits?

✅ Lesley University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Lesley University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Lesley University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Lesley University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Lesley University?

❌ No, Lesley University is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to submit your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Lesley University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Lesley University is 75%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Lesley University?

❌ Lesley University does not offer early decision.

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