Bentley University
Private college · Waltham, MA · 4,474 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
45%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1280–1430
ACT (middle 50%)
28–31
Average net price
$38,969
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$83,072
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
88%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Bentley University?
Bentley University accepts about 45 of every 100 applicants (45%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1280 and 1430 on the SAT. A score at or above 1430 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1280, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 28–31.
The latest federal data says Bentley University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Bentley University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Bentley University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $83,072 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $38,969 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $63,390 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$63,390
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$63,390
- Room & board$20,930
- Total cost of attendance$83,072
- Average net price after grants$38,969
Popular majors
Business, Computer Science.
Bentley University FAQ
- What is Bentley University's acceptance rate?
- 45% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Bentley University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1280–1430. Aim for 1430 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Bentley University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 28–31.
- Is Bentley University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Bentley University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Bentley University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Bentley University cost?
- About $83,072 a year before aid; $38,969 on average after grants.
- What is Bentley University's FAFSA school code?
- 002124. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Bentley University receives your information.
- What is Bentley University's graduation rate?
- 88% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Bentley University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berklee College of MusicBoston, MA | 44% | — | $47,587 | 73% |
| The New England Conservatory of MusicBoston, MA | 41% | — | $50,840 | 74% |
| Brandeis UniversityWaltham, MA | 41% | 1390–1520 | $30,606 | 81% |
| Clark UniversityWorcester, MA | 40% | 1288–1460 | $29,446 | 77% |
| Emerson CollegeBoston, MA | 51% | 1270–1420 | $49,215 | 80% |
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