the proposed merger were to help keep tuition cost as low as possible and maintaining academic quality.
In 2019, the institution's application to become a university was approved by the state board of education and it changed its name to Lasell University.
== Academics ==
Lasell has been accredited by multiple agencies, including the New England Commission of Higher Education, and offers bachelor's degrees in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. Through its "Connected Learning" program, students work on off-site projects and assignments. Lasell also offers graduate degrees in education, communication, sport management, athletic training, criminal justice, human resources, marketing, management (MS and MBA), and rehabilitation science.
In 2018, U.S. News & World Report listed Lasell College among only five other colleges with having 100 percent of its graduating seniors participate in an internship experience.
=== Master of Science in Criminal Justice Program Recognition ===
In February of 2024, …
