School Highlights
Lasell University serves 1,695 students (76% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,695 students
- In-state tuition: $31,000
- Out-state tuition: $31,000
- Acceptance Rate: 85%
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lasell University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Lasell University
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
137 staff
290 staff
Student Body
The student population of Lasell University has declined by 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Lasell University diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,695 students
2,012 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
1,295 students
903 students
# Part-Time Students
400 students
1,109 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
163 students
309 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,267 students
903 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
28 students
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,059 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
105 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
443 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
5%
% Asian
9%
14%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
9%
19%
% White
3%
5%
% Hawaiian
55%
47%
% Two or more races
17%
9%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
4%
1%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.2182%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.6667%
0.5056%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,600
$35,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $31,000 is more than the state average of $4,424. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $31,000 is more than the state average of $9,401. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$31,000
$4,424
Out-State Tuition Fees
$31,000
$9,401
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$26,697
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
85%
75%
SAT Total Avg.
1,555
1,555
SAT Reading
540
540
SAT Math
535
535
SAT Writing
480
480
ACT Total Avg.
21
21
ACT Composite
21
21
ACT English
27
27
ACT Math
27
25
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lasell University cost?
Lasell University's tuition is approximately $31,000 for In-State students and $31,000 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lasell University?
The acceptance rate of Lasell University is 85%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
What is Lasell University's ranking?
Lasell University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Massachusetts for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Lasell University located?
Lasell University is located in the Auburndale neighborhood of Newton, MA.
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The nearest community college to Lasell University is Massachusetts Bay Community College (2.4 miles away)
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