Bentley University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Bentley University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Bentley University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Waltham, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,350, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 48%. The university offers 28 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 88%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $56,500.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
93% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
88% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPANot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile29-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1258-1420
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
23%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
45%
Unknown
1%
Black
3%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
11%
Asian
8%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
11% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
28
Total Online Enrollment
1,217
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.23% online, 77% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
53% On-campus
47% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's91% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
14%
State Grant Aid
12%
Institution Grant Aid
81%
Pell Grant
11%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$67k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Field Hockey
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 6 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 7 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 8 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.