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About the Area

Lasell University is located at the intersection of I-95/Route 128 and the Massachusetts Turnpike. Route 128 creates a ring around downtown Boston, connecting Lasell University to points north and south, while the Turnpike makes it easy to reach Boston to the east. The area surrounding Boston is home to many thriving businesses, schools, and health care institutions.

About Boston

Boston is one of the best college towns in the nation. You'll join over 200,000 students from the area's many colleges and universities in taking advantage of all this world-class city has to offer.


Lasell University, just 8 miles west of Boston, puts you within a short train or car ride of many famous attractions. Visit the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Science. See a concert at TDGarden. Experience Symphony Hall. Check out the restaurants and street performers at Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. Catch a Red Sox or Celtics game. Walk the Freedom Trail.

Boston's dynamic economy attracts talent from all over the world and offers many opportunities to connect with professionals in your chosen field as you gain experience through internships and build your network.

To learn more about Boston, check out the links below:

City of Boston

The Boston Globe

The Boston Herald