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Lasell University

1844 Commonwealth Ave., Newton, MA 02466-2709, USA

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US ranking
position: 867
Tuition & fees per year: $28,392
Acceptance rate: 82.00%
Median alumni salary: $37,194
Avg. SAT and ACT: 1203 SAT, 27 ACT
Entrance difficulty: N/A

What are the graduation rates for students at Lasell University?

Lasell University has an overall graduation rate of 53%, which is considered average and places it in the lower half nationally, roughly in the 42nd percentile. When broken down by gender, 58% of women graduate compared to 45% of men, indicating a higher completion rate among female students. These gender-specific rates also align with the overall average classification but show women slightly outperforming men in graduation outcomes. The university's four-year graduation rate stands at 49%, which is somewhat stronger, ranking it in the top 40%, suggesting that nearly half of students complete their degree within the traditional timeframe. However, the six-year graduation rate remains consistent with the overall figure at 53%, still within the bottom 45% nationally.

Retention at Lasell University, which measures the percentage of first-year students who continue their studies into the second year, is rated at 71%. This retention rate is average but also falls in the lower portion of national benchmarks, indicating room for growth in supporting students through their initial collegiate year.

Prospective students should note that detailed graduation rates by specific majors or degree types are not available, limiting comparisons of outcomes across academic disciplines. Overall, the data suggests that while Lasell University maintains steady graduation figures that align with national averages, students benefit from a relatively stronger chance of finishing their program in four years than is typical across similar institutions.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Lasell University?

Graduates from Lasell University experience varying earning potentials depending on their field of study. Those earning the highest average salaries tend to be in accounting-related careers, where the median income is approximately $47,424. Similarly, students who studied marketing can expect to earn around $41,631, while those who pursued criminology have a typical earning of about $41,517.

Other business-related degrees also show promising returns, with hospitality administration and management graduates earning close to $39,249, and specialized sales, merchandising, and marketing operations presenting an average income near $38,120. Communication and media studies alumni earn approximately $35,081, indicating steady earning potential in that area.

Fields connected to human services and education demonstrate more modest earnings. For example, psychology graduates typically receive around $27,266, and those in design and applied arts average about $27,782. Health and physical education or fitness majors report earnings near $25,736, reflecting the varied economic outcomes based on discipline.

Lasell University Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 53%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 49%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 53%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

Lasell University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: Data not available

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Lasell University Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

262147

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

033

Education

19221

Legal Professions and Studies

134

English Language and Literature/Letters

404

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

707

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

246

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology

142640

Psychology

24024

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services

325

Social Sciences

161430

Visual and Performing Arts

211031

Health Professions and Related Programs

9413

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

6240102

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

11213

Education

18119

English Language and Literature/Letters

224

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

404

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology

132134

Social Sciences

215576

Health Professions and Related Programs

9716

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

382361