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Bentley University

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Overview

Founded in 1917, the Bentley University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Waltham (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Bentley University (Bentley) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Bentley University (Bentley) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 107-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Bentley also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Bentley University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Bentley University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Bentley University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Bentley University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym Bentley
Founded 1917
Motto Paratus
Prepared
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Falcon
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University Location

Address 175 Forest Street
Waltham
02452-4713 Massachusetts
United States
Bentley University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Bentley University Phone Number +1 (781) 891 2000
Bentley University Fax Number +1 (781) 891 3414

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Bentley University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Bentley University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Bentley University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Bentley University.

Bentley University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
40,000-44,999 US$
(36,450-41,010 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
40,000-44,999 US$
(36,450-41,010 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Bentley University's admission information.

Bentley University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Bentley University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Bentley University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Bentley University's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Bentley University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Bentley University's Admission Office Admission Office

175 Forest Street
Waltham 02452-4717
(781) 891 2244
(800) 523 2354

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Bentley University.

Bentley University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Bentley University has an enrollment range of 5,000-5,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Bentley University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


Bentley University's Control Type Control Type

Bentley University is a private higher education institution.


Bentley University's Entity Type Entity Type

Bentley University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Bentley University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Bentley University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Bentley University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

Bentley University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Bentley University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Single program-Other

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Bentley University's main facilities:


Bentley University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Bentley University's Library

Bentley University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 155,435 physical volumes, 7,042 physical media, 117,624 digital/electronic media and 210 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 22 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. Bentley University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Bentley University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Bentley University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 3,350 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Bentley University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Bentley University's main services:


Bentley University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Bentley University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Bentley University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Bentley University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Bentley University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Bentley University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Bentley University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1966


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Bentley University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Bentley University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Bentley University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Bentley University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Bentley University's Facebook page Bentley University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Bentley University's X (formerly Twitter) page Bentley University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Bentley University's YouTube channel Bentley University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Bentley University's Instagram page Bentley University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Bentley University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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