Lesley University's published cost of attendance is $51,538. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $24,799, middle-income families pay around $29,030, and higher-income families pay approximately $35,152.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $51,538 |
| Tuition and Fees | $34,256 |
| Room and Board | $19,920 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$20,386 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $31,152 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $24,799 |
| $30–48k | $24,044 |
| $48–75k | $29,030 |
| $75–110k | $33,201 |
| $110k+ | $35,152 |
Lesley University's published cost of attendance is $51,538. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $24,799, middle-income families pay around $29,030, and higher-income families pay approximately $35,152. Azimuth ranks Lesley University #1153 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Lesley University's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid distributed through federal (FAFSA), state, and institutional sources. The institution participates in federal grant and loan programs, and work-study is available as part of aid packages. The gap between published cost and net price reflects the institution's commitment to meeting demonstrated financial need for admitted students, though the specific aid methodology and percentage of need met varies by individual circumstances. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $21,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $31,465; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $55,117, median federal debt of $21,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $237 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Lesley University earn median 4-year earnings of $55,117, placing Lesley University in the 24.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $2,664 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Lesley University in the 46.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Lesley University #1001 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Lesley University's concentration in visual and performing arts. Psychology, General is the largest program with 89 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $56,837, performing at 1.1x the national benchmark for the field. The Design and Applied Arts program graduates 70 students with median 4-year earnings of $45,099, while Teacher Education and General Studies round out the top programs with 54 and 49 graduates respectively. These creative and design-focused fields anchor Lesley University's distinctive economic profile within the private nonprofit sector.
