University of New England (UNE) vs Lesley University

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Maine and Massachusetts, University of New England (UNE) and Lesley University stand as distinct beacons of higher education. UNE, with its sprawling campus in Biddeford, boasts a diverse student body and a strong focus on experiential learning, while Lesley, located in the vibrant city of Cambridge, prides itself on its innovative programs and commitment to social justice. While both universities offer a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, they differ in their acceptance rates, popular majors, student demographics, and graduation rates. Explore the comprehensive comparison table below to discover which institution aligns best with your academic aspirations and personal preferences.

	Lesley University	University of New England
Overview
Location	Cambridge, Massachusetts	Biddeford, Maine
Campus setting	City: Midsize	Suburb: Midsize
College type	4 year	4 year
Control/business model	Private (Non Profit)	Private (Non Profit)
Calendar system	Semester	Semester
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate	Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate	75.0%	76.0%
Common app member	Yes	Yes
Religious affiliation

Admission
Acceptance rate	86.9%	90.0%
Application fees		Undergraduate: $40 Graduate: $40
SAT range	N/A	N/A
ACT range	N/A	N/A
Students submitting SAT score
Students submitting ACT score
Total number of applicants	2,942	4,765
Total number of admissions given out	2,558	4,288
Admitted students who chose to enroll	280	595
Yield rate	10.9%	13.9%
Test scores (SAT/ACT)	N/A	N/A
High school GPA	Required	Required
Recommendation letters	Required	Not required
High school transcript	Not required	Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL)	Required	Required

Tuition and Fees
Sticker price	$41,775	$54,570
Average net price	$31,928	$36,261
Tuition	$29,200	$38,420
Room & board	Room/dormitory: $10,060 Meal plan: $6,900	$15,650
Available payment plans	Tuition payment plan	Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid
Students receiving financial aid (Grants & scholarships)	100.0% Average amount $16,316	100.0% Average amount $21,394
Students receiving federal student loan	59.0% Average amount $5,124	84.0% Average amount $4,819
Students taking out private loans	7.0% Average amount $15,411	31.0% Average amount $21,463

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students	1,757 Men 23.4% Women 76.6%	3,671 Men 30.6% Women 69.4%
Graduate students	2,253 Men 13.6% Women 86.4%	2,971 Men 26.9% Women 73.1%
Racial/ethnic diversity	Low	Very Low
Out-of-state students	N/A	N/A
International students	3.7%	0.5%
Campus local/setting	City: Midsize	Suburb: Midsize
Dormitory capacity	799	1,603
First year students are required to live on campus?	No	No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from	N/A	N/A

Academics
Popular study areas	Education Health Professions Visual & Performing Arts Liberal Arts Business	Health Professions Education Public Administration and Social Service Biological and Biomedical Sciences Kinesiology & Leisure Studies
Students to faculty ratio	10:1	12:1
Institutional accreditation	New England Commission on Higher Education	New England Commission on Higher Education

Outcome
Graduation rate	60.5%	63.1%
Dropout rate	12.4%	7.8%
Transferred out	26.3%	29.0%
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)	Education, General (Doctoral Degrees) Year 1: $91,807 Year 2: $85,760 Year 3: $80,016 Special Education and Teaching (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $54,822 Year 2: $53,298 Year 3: $57,561 Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $47,186 Year 2: $50,606 Year 3: $57,321 Education, Other (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $53,259 Year 2: $51,690 Year 3: $56,263 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $51,742 Year 2: $49,855 Year 3: $55,299 Education, General (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $52,191 Year 2: $44,595 Year 3: $50,138 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $43,470 Year 2: $46,869 Year 3: $49,494 Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $42,051 Year 2: $41,353 Year 3: $44,028 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Master's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $42,433 Year 3: $38,957 Design and Applied Arts (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $30,949 Year 2: $20,687 Year 3: $37,894	Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $194,084 Year 2: $182,280 Year 3: $205,893 Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration (Doctoral Degrees) Year 1: $96,794 Year 2: $124,217 Year 3: $125,326 Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $107,345 Year 2: $102,919 Year 3: $114,087 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Doctoral Degrees) Year 1: $74,735 Year 2: $86,550 Year 3: $91,187 Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Doctoral Degrees) Year 1: $66,460 Year 2: $68,024 Year 3: $74,136 Educational Administration and Supervision (Graduate/Professional Certificates) Year 1: $72,545 Year 2: $70,344 Year 3: $73,964 Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (Doctoral Degrees) Year 1: $57,440 Year 2: N/A Year 3: $71,046 Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $63,915 Year 2: $66,922 Year 3: $68,977 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $62,714 Year 2: $63,806 Year 3: $65,354 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $52,443 Year 2: $55,651 Year 3: $60,813

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