Lesley University Demographics & Diversity Overview

45%
Minority Students
74%
Female Students
5%
International
23
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Lesley University has a diverse student body with 45% students of color and 5% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
53.3%(800)
Hispanic
17.7%(266)
African American
10.7%(161)
Asian
5.5%(82)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%(10)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(2)
Two or More Races
4.7%(70)
Unknown
7.4%(111)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color45%
Total Enrollment3,406
International Students5%

Cultural Engagement

Lesley University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Lesley University has a gender distribution of 74% female students and 26% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
25.1%(404)
Women
71.4%(1,150)
Other
3.5%(56)

Gender Statistics

Men404

12% of total enrollment

Women1,150

34% of total enrollment

Other56

2% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Lesley University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

54%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Lesley University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 5% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 61% in-state residents, 34% out-of-state students, and 5% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
60.9%(137)
Out-of-State
34.2%(77)
International
4.9%(11)

Regional Representation

In-State137

61% of student body

Out-of-State77

34% of student body

International11

5% of student body

States Represented

23 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

45%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

74%

Female Students

Global Reach

5%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age