Lesley University is located in Boston, the educational capital of the United States, with its main campus in the picturesque city of Cambridge, where a strong academic atmosphere prevails. As a private university known for education, art therapy, psychology, and the creative arts, Lesley focuses on the integration of theory and practice, and specializes in the development of creative and empathetic professionals. Small class sizes and a mentorship model allow each student the attention and space to grow. With Harvard, MIT, and other top institutions as neighbors, Lesley has a wealth of cross-campus resources. Want to be a world-changing educator, artist, or psychotherapist? Lesley is more than just a starting point, it's a place where dreams meet reality.
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