Exceptional Faculty
With more than 100 years of experience in training education professionals, Lesley knows how to groom great instructors. Ninety-two percent of Lesley professors hold the highest degrees offered in their fields, and they truly care about teaching. Our faculty is dedicated, accomplished and active practitioners in their fields. Lesley professors are committed to providing the personalized attention required to satisfy inquisitive minds.
Outstanding Academic Programs
Lesley offers 21 majors, minors, double majors, specializations, Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's programs, a Three-Year Bachelor's Degree and an Honors Program. Core requirements expose you to a broad spectrum of subjects that are designed to promote thinking across disciplines; coursework in your major allows for depth of study. Additionally, field-based internships begin freshmen year and lead to 300+ hours of real-world experience, leading to a 91% career placement rate.
Also renowned for our Graduate programs in education, the arts, counseling and expressive therapies, Lesley offers more than 80 degree and certificate options. Graduate programs are delivered on-campus (Cambridge and Boston) through classes that meet weekday evenings, weekends, or in a low-residency format. We also deliver programs online and at more than 150 learning sites in 23 states.
Professional Development in Your Career Field
Whether you're looking to advance your career or take it in a new direction, to enhance your ability to work with others, or to explore new ways of thinking and understanding, Lesley has Professional Development offerings to fit your needs. There are workshops, Institutes, certificate programs, courses, travel study programs; you can learn online, on-campus, through independent study.
The Career Resource Center (CRC) provides career development and job search services to Lesley University degree candidates and alumni. The CRC teaches job search, career assessment and decision-making skills that are relevant for all career stages.
Why Lesley is the Right Choice for You
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