Advanced Placement Program

As a participant in the Advanced Placement Program of The College Board, Lasell will grant college credit to students who present entrance scores of at least 3 on Advanced Placement tests offered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). Students should have their scores sent directly from ETS to the Office of Admission at Lasell College. The Office of Admission will evaluate the number of Lasell College credits awarded under the Advanced Placement Program.

International Baccalaureate

Candidates who have completed International Baccalaureate Higher Level (HL) subjects and have received a score of at least 4 on the diploma program examinations may be granted college credit. Students should have their scores sent directly to the Office of Admission at Lasell College from IBO or have them printed on their official secondary school transcript.

International General Certificate of Secondary Education

Lasell College recognizes the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, or IGCSE and may award credit for A-Level completed coursework. Students who have taken O-Level courses are eligible for admission provided they have no less than five strong passes. However, college credit is not awarded for O-Level completed coursework.

Additional Advanced Standing Credit Opportunities

Lasell students may accelerate their individual programs with advanced standing credit, which may be earned through the following:

• French Baccalaureate exams
• German Abitur exams
• Swiss Federal Maturite exams with a coefficient of
• Danish Studentereksamen
• Lebanese Baccalaureate
• Italian Maturita
• Icelandic Studentsprof - Menntaskoli exams
• Finnish Ylioppilastutkinto
• Singaporean exams
• Canadian (Quebec) two-year CEGEP
• Hong Kong HKALE

Freshman

Candidates for admission to the freshman class are expected to complete a college preparatory program of an approved secondary school, satisfying the following Carnegie Units:

4 Units of English
3 Units of Mathematics, including Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry (4 recommended)
2 Units of Laboratory Science (3 recommended)
2 Units of Social Science (3 recommended)
2 Units of Foreign Language recommended (not required)

Lasell College will also consider applicants who have successfully fulfilled the requirements for a secondary school diploma or GED.

Transfer

All transfer candidates are expected to have received a secondary school diploma or GED and to have completed college/university coursework at an accredited two- or four-year institution or at an international institution approved by the Ministry of Education, for credit toward a degree program at Lasell College.

International

Proficiency in English is required of all Lasell College students. Applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing English. Candidates with strong academic backgrounds that have yet to attain proficiency in English may be considered for the Lasell College ESL (English as a Second Language) Program. The Lasell College ESL Program is a credit-bearing program contained within an academic major. In addition to the requirements above, if appropriate, international candidates must submit:

• A copy of your current I-20 Form
• A Transfer Report Form

Both are required from foreign applicants currently studying in the U.S. The Transfer Report Form should be completed and signed by both the student and the International Student Advisor at the applicant's current institution.

Merit Scholarship Consideration

Lasell College strives to recognize students with superior academic achievement through the awarding of merit scholarships. All freshman, transfer and international students are considered for merit-based scholarships through their admission application; no separate application is necessary.

Tuition Exchange Applications

Similar to the admission process, Tuition Exchange is competitive. At Lasell, we have a limited number of Tuition Exchange awards available each year to new students. Selection is very competitive. Tuition Exchange Applications must be received by February 1. The Office of Human Resources begins informing Tuition Exchange candidates of decisions on February 15.

Academic Program Specific Admission Requirements

Admission to all academic programs at Lasell College is competitive. With more applications than admission slots, the College may restrict enrollment into certain academic programs.

Applicants to Lasell College's Athletic Training Major must successfully complete all required Carnegie Units with a minimum two units of Laboratory Science (preferably Biology and Chemistry, or Physics), a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale), and a minimum combined SAT I score of 1000 (Critical Reading and Math sections only). Both first year and transfer applicants who are admitted into the Athletic Training program enter directly into the major; there is no secondary selection process. Applicants are encouraged to complete the application process by January 15 for Fall (September) consideration.

Resident students offered admission to Lasell College are asked to submit a nonrefundable enrollment deposit of $400 ($200 tuition deposit, $200 housing deposit). Admitted students not seeking on-campus housing are asked to submit a $200 tuition deposit. The College observes a May 1 deposit deadline for students planning to enter in the Fall. Deposits received after May 1 will be accepted on a space available basis.   Students planning to enter in the Spring, should make their applicable deposits on or before January 1.  Deposits received after January 1 for Spring enrollment, will be accepted on a space available basis.  The tuition deposit is applied toward tuition charges. Similarly, the housing deposit is applied to on-campus residency charges. Assignment of students to particular residence halls will be made depending on availability. Upon receipt of the deposit, new students will receive an enrollment confirmation and a New Student Welcome Packet.

Prior to enrolling at Lasell College, the following requirements must be met: satisfactory health clearance, satisfactory completion of all in-progress courses, receipt of final grades for the current academic year, and verification of high school completion. Any students wishing to be considered for Title IV Federal Student Aid Program funding must have an official high school transcript with proof of graduation on permanent file regardless of freshman or transfer status.

In addition, new students should contact the Office of Student Accounts to develop a plan for meeting their financial responsibilities to the College, including satisfying payment deadlines, fulfilling loan or grant requirements, and addressing outstanding balances. All students are billed for tuition and fees on a semester basis. Payment is required prior to registering as a student at Lasell College.

All candidates for admission should arrange to have their Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT I) or American College Test (ACT) scores sent to the Office of Admission, preferably before January of the senior year of secondary school. The Lasell College CEEB Code is 3481.  Information concerning the SAT may be obtained from The College Board at www.collegeboard.org. Information concerning the ACT may be obtained from the American College Testing Program at www.act.org.

Also, candidates for admission who have taken the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) should submit these scores with their application for admission. Information concerning the TOEFL may be obtained from the Education Testing Service at www.ets.org. Information concerning the IELTS may be obtained from English for International Opportunity at www.ielts.org.

In addition to the application for admission and applicable fee, International applicants should have the following documents forwarded to the Office of Admission:

• Official secondary school transcripts or mark sheets for all schools attended (college, gymnasium, and lycee); transcripts should be translated into English. Transcripts should include senior year first-quarter grades or mid-term grades when available.
• Two letters or forms of recommendation (one must be academic)
• A personal statement or essay on a topic of your choice (250 word minimum)
• Official English proficiency exam results
• Financial Declaration Form

Applicants whose primary language is not English should submit an Official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or The International English Language Testing System (IELTS). SAT I or ACT scores may be substituted, if available. Candidates with strong academic backgrounds who have yet to attain pro- ficiency in English, may be considered for the Lasell College ESL (English as a Second Language) Program.

The Financial Declaration From provides evidence of the applicants ability to pay educational and living expenses while at Lasell College, and is required in order to obtain the I-20 Form. International applicants may substitute a signed bank state- ment, verifying availability of sufficient funds.

International Transfer candidates should also submit:

• Official transcripts from all college and universities attended
• A copy of the current I-20 Form (if already in the United States)
• Transfer Report Form completed and signed by both the student and the International Student Advisor at the applicant's current institution.

International applicants with foreign transcripts are encouraged to have their credentials evaluated by a professional credential evaluation service. Each applicant is responsible for making sure that all required information is sent to the Office of Admission. Applications are considered complete when all credentials have been received. All foreign credentials must be translated into English prior to being sub- mitted.

All complete applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to complete their applications as early as possible.

International General Certificate of Secondary Education
Lasell College recognizes the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, or IGCSE and may award credit for A-Level completed coursework. Students who have taken O-Level courses are eligible for admission provided they have no less than five strong passes. However, college credit is not awarded for O-Level completed coursework.

Candidates who have completed International Baccalaureate Higher Level (HL) subjects and have received a score of at least 4 on the diploma program examinations may be granted college credit. Students should have their scores sent directly to the Office of Admission at Lasell College from IBO or have them printed on their official secondary school transcript.

Freshman Admission

In addition to the application for admission and applicable fee, freshman applicants should have the following documents forwarded to the Office of Admission:

• Complete secondary school transcript, including 1st marking period senior grades
• Standardized test scores (SAT I, ACT, TOEFL, or IELTS)
• A personal statement or essay (250 word minimum)
• Two recommendation letters or forms (one must be academic)

Transfer Admission

In addition to the application for admission and applicable fee, transfer applicants should have the following documents forwarded to the Office of Admission:

• Official college transcripts from each college or university attended
• Official final high school transcript or GED (waived if 24+ credits have been earned at another college or university at the time of application)
• One letter of recommendation (one must be academic) 
• A personal statement or essay (250 word minimum) 
• Official SAT/ACT scores (waived if 24+ credits have been earned at another college or university at the time of application)

International Admission

In addition to the application for admission and applicable fee, international applicants should have the following documents forwarded to the Office of Admission:

• Official secondary school transcripts or mark sheets for all schools attended (college, gymnasium, and lycee); transcripts should be translated into English. Transcripts should include senior year first-quarter grades or mid-term grades when available.
• Two recommendation letters or forms (one must be academic)
• A personal statement or essay on a topic of your choice (250 word minimum)
• Official English proficiency exam results
• Financial Declaration Form

Applicants whose primary language is not English should submit an Official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). SAT I or ACT scores may be substituted, if available. Candidates with strong academic backgrounds who have yet to attain proficiency in English may be considered for the Lasell College ESL (English as a Second Language) Program.

The Financial Declaration provides evidence of the applicant's ability to pay educational and living expenses while at Lasell College and is required in order to obtain the I-20 Form. International applicants may substitute a signed bank statement verifying availability of sufficient funds.

International transfer candidates should also submit:

• Official transcripts from all college and universities attended
• A copy of the current I-20 Form (if already in the United States)
• Transfer Report Form completed and signed by both the student and the International Student Advisor at the applicant's current institution.

International applicants with foreign transcripts are encouraged to have their credentials evaluated by a professional credential evaluation service. Each applicant is responsible for making sure that all required information is translated into English prior to being submitted to the Office of Admission. Applications are considered complete when all credentials have been received.

In addition to the application for admission and applicable fee, transfer applicants should have the following documents forwarded to the Office of Admission:

• Official college transcripts from each college or university attended
• Official final high school transcript or GED (waived if 24+ credits have been earned at another college or university at the time of application)
• One letter of recommendation (one must be academic)
• A personal statement or essay (250 word minimum)
• Official SAT/ACT scores (waived if 24+ credits have been earned at another college or university at the time of application)

Accepted transfer students will receive a credit evaluation of any submitted course work after the offer of admission. 

Transfer credit is awarded for completed college level courses, with grades of C (2.0) or better, from an accredited institution. Previous courses must be comparable in content to those offered at Lasell.  Previous college/university courses completed with pass/fail or satisfactory/unsatisfactory are non-transferable. In addition, college/university credits completed in excess of 10 years are non-transferable, and all science coursework completed in excess of 5 years is non-transferable.

Transfer applicants must submit official transcripts of all prior college/university level work with corresponding course descriptions or course catalogs. In addition, international transfer applicants should have their official transcripts of all prior college/university level work and/or their academic credentials translated into English if necessary, and evaluated by a credential evaluation service for possible college credit.

Students entering most programs will be eligible to transfer up to 90 college credits, conditional upon course equivalency. Student's pursuing a Bachelor's Degree must complete their final semester at Lasell College.

Lasell College holds several Transfer Articulation Agreements with other colleges and universities. For a detailed list, please visit Transfer Agreements. Lasell College also participates in a Guaranteed Admission Agreement with Massachusetts Bay Community College and Middlesex Community College. For additional information about the Guaranteed Admission Agreements, please visit www.lasell.edu or contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission.