School Details
A private university founded in 1909, Lesley University confers associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificates in many states and online. The education component of the school dates back to its early days as an instructional facility to educate kindergarten teachers. Today it has expanded its educational roots to prepare teachers in early education, math, science, special education, and literacy, along with programs like counseling and psychology.
Lesley offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in a fully online format from the School of Education and the College of Arts and Sciences primarily. Several of these programs are completely customizable, allowing students to reach their professional goals. Hone your skills, become a leader, and advance your career through flexible Lesley University online degrees.
More qualities of learning online with Lesley:
- Opportunity to transfer previous academic credits
- Interactive chats and discussions with peers and faculty
- Latest online educational tools and resources
Accreditation & Licensing
Lesley University is accredited by:
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The online BA in Interdisciplinary Humanities degree program from Lesley University is designed to enhance the cultural knowledge, critical thinking, research, and writing skills you need to advance in any career. You'll learn to:
- Analyze and respond to the written word
- Research carefully and find facts to inform your decision-making
- Evaluate data critically and formulate your own theories
- Communicate clearly and persuasively
- Approach workplace challenges with broad-based cultural competency
The online Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies degree program from Lesley University allows students to develop a plan of study based on their unique career goals and to gain transferable skills in research, communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and more. In addition to a solid foundation of liberal arts knowledge and skills, students may further hone their expertise by choosing one of the following areas of focus:
- Developmental Psychology
- Human Services
- Business Management
- Marketing
- Nonprofit Management
The online BS in Design for User Experience degree program from Lesley University will help you develop the critical thinking and conceptual skills you need to design intuitive experiences across a wide range of products, services, and systems. Graduates are prepared to pursue careers such as:
- Art Director
- Environment Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Information Architect
- Mobile App Designer
…and many more!
The online Certificate in Graphic Design from Lesley University helps students in graphic design and related fields integrate perceptual, conceptual, and technical skills into their careers. The curriculum covers:
- Studio habits
- Image-making
- Visual research
- Typography
- The history of modern design
The online Certificate in User Experience from Lesley University will prepare you for the research, problem solving, collaboration, and testing involved in creating a positive and intuitive experience for users of a product, service, or system.
- Discover the role of user interface design in making solutions that are not only functional but visually appealing and enjoyable for the user.
- Learn about the business side of design- project planning, budgeting, writing proposals, and studio practices.
Business
The online Business Management degree brings innovation and problem-solving to the business world by developing effective, ethical, and creative management skills students can apply in any workplace. An interdisciplinary skill set that emphasizes theory and application helps students learn to bring real insight and experience to the workplace to solve complex problems and lead others to success using professional technologies, communications strategy, entrepreneurial skills, and the latest leadership approaches. Students have access to a flexible schedule and a virtual community that provides support and keeps them connected to others, along with the latest online learning tools and educational resources.
Adult students may shorten the time needed to earn their degree through credits earned for prior learning and a generous transfer credit policy.
Education
The online Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with a concentration in Allies and Advocates program helps individuals gain a deeper understanding of autism spectrum disorders and strategies to improve their success in a variety of settings. The program is designed for parents and a variety of professionals in education roles, such as administrators, classroom teachers, and specialists. Courses are Understanding the Autism Spectrum, Academic and Functional Supports, Improving Communication Skills, Promoting Generalization of Positive Behavior, and Advocacy and Collaboration.
Enroll in literacy degrees online and advance professional opportunities. Learn about systematic observation and assessment of K-8 reading, writing, and language behaviors. The curriculum is based on the latest theories of literacy learning based on reading, writing, and talking as complex thinking processes. You will learn to use responsive teaching that incorporates differentiated instruction for whole group, small group, and individual learning.
Students benefit from a supportive virtual community. Interact with fellow students and professors through chats and discussion forums while studying when and where it is convenient.
Enroll in online literacy programs and advance professional opportunities. This program helps develop a culture of professional learning within schools and across districts as individuals gain literacy coaching and leadership expertise for greater student success. The curriculum teaches ways to work with teachers and school leaders to develop a common understanding of effective practices in literacy instruction. Learn how to foster shared leadership for long-term school improvement. You will learn to design coaching sessions with teachers to support their reading and writing instruction and help them reflect on their teaching. Courses in this online educational leadership degree help you lead and sustain the work of school leadership teams to support the school’s vision for teaching and learning.
Students benefit from a supportive virtual community. Interact with fellow students and professors through chats and discussion forums while studying when and where it is convenient.
Enroll in online literacy programs and advance professional opportunities. This program develops a strong foundation in literacy learning and its application across diverse populations and content areas. The curriculum provides strategies to use technology to enhance multiple literacies. Learn to integrate reading and writing in the classroom and use authentic literature to match readers and text. The program deepens individuals’ understandings of literacy as they discover methods for incorporating language and learning in the K-8 classroom. Graduates are ready to help students learn in creative environments that promote inclusiveness and skill development.
Advance your current career as a math teacher with this online STEM teaching degree. Gain a deeper understanding of math concepts and math education pedagogy. This flexible and diverse STEM teaching program allows each individual to cater the program to fit their specific professional and personal interests and needs by choosing which courses to take in each area of the curriculum. Complete courses in math concepts, such as:
- Number operations
- Number theory
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Statistics
Students benefit from a supportive virtual community. Interact with fellow students and professors through chats and discussion forums while studying when and where it is convenient.
Advance your teaching career with this online STEM teaching degree. This program teaches and inspires teachers to utilize “hands-on, interactive approaches to science learning.” Emphasis is placed on core K-8 science concepts and recent scientific research. The curriculum is a combination of required courses and electives with required courses. Courses will likely include:
- Physical Science
- Biology Explorations in Variation, Diversion, and Adaptation
- Earth Science from a New Perspective
- Physics of Forces and Motion
Choose electives that match your interests and background from topics that cover ecology, engineering, space science, and particles.
Enroll in online ESL degree programs and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed to help teachers expand and enhance their knowledge and skills for effective teaching of English Language Learners (ELL). The curriculum provides a foundation in ELL theory, practical, and research-based strategies, and current technologies to keep teaching and learning fun. Courses cover TESOL topics like:
- Culturally responsive teaching
- First and second language acquisition and development
- Assessment for equity and inclusion of ELL students
Students benefit from a supportive virtual community. Interact with fellow students and professors through chats and discussion forums while studying when and where it is convenient.
Enroll in online teaching degrees and advance professional opportunities. Design a set of courses that best fit your professional and/or personal needs. A wide range of courses allows you to create a unique and individualized track or to pursue a specialization, an endorsement, or an add-on license in a topic that interests you. Nine of the eleven courses are electives which an academic advisor will help you choose. Of course, you may also choose to fulfill some of the elective courses by completing a graduate education certificate, which will show as a specialization on your transcript.
Climb the career ladder with this online masters in curriculum and instruction. This program is designed for experienced educators, to enhance their knowledge and abilities in curriculum, pedagogy, and content areas. The curriculum is comprised of courses that focus on:
- Research and writing
- Current issues in educational practice and policy
- Curriculum theory and development
- Practical and applied action research
- Equity in education
You will study the latest assessment, research, and delivery methods in elementary education with this online elementary education degree. Increase your understanding of subjects that are most relevant to your teaching career by specializing in English Language Learners (ELL), math, and literacy.
Students benefit from a supportive virtual community. Interact with fellow students and professors through chats and discussion forums while studying when and where it is convenient.
Enroll in this master’s in literacy online degree and advance professional opportunities. Learn how to teach all students effectively, especially English language learners. Prepare to teach in a variety of content areas so your students are able to read, write, listen, and speak well. Courses help students integrate reading and writing into lesson plans and use technology in the classroom. Coursework features the latest education theories and approaches as students expand their knowledge and understanding of literacy and gain a solid foundation in language.
Students benefit from a supportive virtual community. Interact with fellow students and professors through chats and discussion forums while studying when and where it is convenient.
Advance your career with this online STEM teaching degree. This program is designed for teachers, curriculum specialists, and instructional resource leaders. It provides effective methods for teaching mathematics in grades 1-8.
Become an educator who inspires students to become analytical thinkers and effective problem solvers. Develop skills in assessment, content delivery, and meeting the needs of diverse students. The program combines practical skill development with relevant educational theory, developing advanced teaching techniques that help make an impact in the classroom. Learn the best approaches to teaching math and unlocking student potential.
Students benefit from a supportive virtual community. Interact with fellow students and professors through chats and discussion forums while studying when and where it is convenient.
Climb the career ladder with this online STEM teaching degree. This program deepens educators’ understanding of science. In a hands-on, interactive program, students can engage in scientific investigations and engineering problems as they develop content, knowledge, teaching skills, and assessment strategies. Educators learn how to apply what they learn to their current classrooms, bringing new skills and approaches that improve content delivery and help students succeed. Choose relevant electives that help you specialize in learning in areas like green chemistry, robotics, and sustainable engineering, so you get experience that prepares you for the 21st-century classroom.
Choose to complete this as either a Massachusetts Professional Teacher Licensure (Elementary 1-6 or General Science 5-8) program or as a non-licensure program.
Psychology & Human Services
Lesley University’s online bachelor’s degree in Psychology combines theory with practice. Students will complete a required internship experience as well as laboratory work in social, cognitive, and behavioral psychology to get hands-on field experience. Studies focus on how the human brain affects our behavior. Classes include topics such as theories of personality, abnormal psychology, lifespan development, research methods, and more.
Online Psychology degrees can benefit many careers, from mental health to the corporate world. This program gives a strong foundation for students wanting to pursue graduate study or immediate application in a Psychology career after graduation.
Career options for graduates include the following:
- Mental health counselor
- Mental health specialist
- Recovery counselor
- Mental health clinician
- Behavioral health counselor
Gain a deeper understanding of human behavior within the social environment with Lesley University’s online Human Services bachelor’s degree. Human Services providers help children, teens, and adults access the assistance and resources they need to succeed. Students will have a strong foundation in liberal arts, human growth and lifespan development, and human services delivery systems. They will develop skills and knowledge to help shape social policies and help clients in community advocacy, health care, criminal justice, and crisis intervention settings.
This online Human Services degree program emphasizes real world experiences through two required internships to help students apply what they have learned in their coursework. A variety of classes are available for students to customize the degree to their personal career goals, such as ethics; sociology of family; micro and macro assessment; case management; and race, class, and gender issues.
Job opportunities for Human Services graduates include:
- Case worker
- Grant writer
- Child welfare worker
- Probation officer
- Health educator
- Public administrator