Campus Life | Lesley University

Located right in the heart of Cambridge—the epicenter of all things higher education—our campus is a reminder that you’re part of a greater community.

Whether you’re living on campus, commuting, or visiting once a year as a low-residency student, you’re an integral part of the student life and culture at Lesley.

Doble Campus

This is where our story began way back in 1909. We started out as one building—actually one room—in Edith Lesley’s home at 29 Everett Street. Today, Doble Campus runs along Massachusetts Avenue, and is the main hub for Lesley undergraduate student life.

South Campus

It could be a movie backdrop: Historic architecture. Green grass. Students mingling. Tossing Frisbees. Reading. Sketching. It’s all so… quaint. That’s South Campus. Your relaxing retreat from city life. Just steps away from all the action of Harvard Square.

Porter Campus

Our Porter Square campus is the site of University Hall, which contains the Graduate School of Education, classroom and studio spaces, sushi restaurants—you name it. It’s also where you’ll find the Lunder Arts Center, the new home of our College of Art and Design.

Explore Our Past and Present

Over the past 100 years, we’ve made our mark here in Cambridge. Our presence extends along vibrant Massachusetts Avenue, starting at South Campus, situated right next door to historic Harvard Square, all the way to Porter Campus, located in the heart of eclectic Porter Square.

You could say we’ve come a long way from our beginnings, but not so far that we’ve forgotten our roots. Our story began at our founder Edith Lesley’s home, which still stands on Doble Campus.

Live Here

A modern-day high-rise. A real-life gingerbread house. What’s your Lesley housing style? Each residence hall has its own unique culture and special interests. Take time to explore your options.

Explore Housing Options

Break a Sweat

Get your heart rate up at the Lesley University Fitness Center. Or take advantage of our recreational facilities and fitness classes to build a plan that works for you.

Fitness Center Semester Hours

Mon–Fri: 8:00 am–8:00 pm
Sat–Sun: 10:00 am–10:00 pm

Learn More About Lesley Athletics

Get from Here to There

Whether you’re traveling across town or across campus, convenient transportation and parking options make it easy to get from point A to point B.

Bike

Bring your own wheels or join the Hubway bike-sharing program.

Shuttle

Catch a ride on our campus shuttle, which makes stops at South, Doble, and Porter Campus locations all day between 7:00 am and 11:00 pm.

Ride

Travel to campus via the MBTA commuter rail, the T, or local buses.

Learn More About Transportation to Campus

Best part of living here?

"Being close to all of the events happening on campus.”
- Nicole Diaz ’18

78%

Of first-year undergraduate students live on campus

40+

Countries represent the nationalities of our student body

Commute to Lesley

You're a part of our campus community as a commuter student. You'll have access to resources to support your travel to campus, places to study and connect while you're here, and ways to connect with other commuters.

Learn more about commuter student resources.

Preserve Our Environment

Help protect our natural resources by composting, recycling, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions during your time on campus.

Learn More About Sustainability at Lesley

Stay Safe

Safety first. Our public safety officers patrol campus seven days a week. Officers are on-hand to respond to emergency situations, act as safety escorts during late-night walks, and dispense personal safety alarms.

Learn More About Public Safety

Plan Your Visit

There’s always something happening here, from campus tours to open houses and workshops. Drop by or schedule a visit.

Explore Visit Opportunities