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Bentley College

175 Forest St, Waltham, MA 02452

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00212400
  • President: Gloria Larson
  • Fax: (781) 891-3414
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
  • Local Area: Small City
  • Student Enrollment: 5,684
  • College Mascot: Falcons

Bentley College

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • ROTC

    • - Army

    - Air Force

Website:

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Mission Statement

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Accreditation

  • New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Professions Focus, High Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Single Doctoral (Other Field)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Bentley College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Accounting Degree12-1541941
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Accounting and Finance Degree--135--
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Accounting, Other Degree--14--
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Business Administration Degree1114250-
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Business Administration, Other Degree2--322
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Business Economics Degree--4416-
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Business Statistics Degree19--4-
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Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services, Other Degree--130--
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Commerce Degree1--3-
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Finance Degree--139116-
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Finance and Financial Management Services, Other Degree-----
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Financial Planning and Services Degree16--26-
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International Business Degree---15-
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International Finance Degree-----
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Management Information Systems Degree---4-
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Marketing Degree--14650-
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Operations Management Degree-----
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Real Estate Degree---8-
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Taxation Degree22--104-
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Corporate Communications Degree--2932-
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Communications and Journalism

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Media Studies Degree--7--
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Computer and Information Sciences

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Computer Degree--3146-
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English Language and Literature

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
English Language and Literature Degree-----
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History

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
History, Other Degree--2--
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Interdisciplinary Studies

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Global Studies Degree--7--
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Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree-----
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Liberal Arts Degree--3--
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics Degree--15--
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Public Administration and Social Services

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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Bentley College accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Bentley College.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://undergraduate.bentley.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Bentley College admissions office phone number is (781) 891-2244. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://undergraduate.bentley.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00 Fall 2011
  • Graduate Application Fee: $50.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • - Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Required
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants4,2312,4646,695
Number Granted Admission (%)1,750 (41%)1,152 (47%)2,902 (43%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)547 (31%)366 (32%)913 (31%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam77385%
ACT ® Exam26229%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading540635
SAT ® Math550650
SAT ® Writing550650

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite2529
ACT ® English--
ACT ® Math--

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 5,684

    • - Undergraduate: 4,251

    - Graduate: 1,433

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 3,297

    - Female: 2,331

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.4 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 2,525

    - Female: 1,722

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.5 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 772

    - Female: 609

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.3 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 4,490

    - Part-Time: 1,138

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 4,039

    - Part-Time: 208

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 451

    - Part-Time: 930

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien80614%
American Indian170.3%
Black1543%
Asian4147%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic3105%
White3,46461%
Unknown4758%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 18510.9%
Ages 18-191,81132%
Ages 20-211,90334%
Ages 22-2473413%
Ages 25-295089%
Ages 30-342164%
Ages 35-391453%
Ages 40-491493%
Ages 50-65490.9%
Age Over 6530.05%
Age Unknown591%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 94%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students88%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male87%
Female88%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien58%
Black87%
Asian86%
Hispanic83%
White90%
Unknown93%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less80%
5 Years86%
6 Years88%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Bentley College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://https:

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$28,238$29,273$28,810
$0 - $30,000$17,080$18,515$16,924
$30,000 - $48,000$15,587$18,977$16,618
$48,001 - $75,000$21,169$23,803$22,173
$75,001 - $110,000$24,384$27,501$26,348
More Than $110,000$36,555$37,908$33,532

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$38,328$37,058$35,828
In-State Tuition and Fees$38,328$37,058$35,828
Out of State Tuition and Fees$38,328$37,058$35,828
Books and Supplies$1,100$1,100$1,050

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$12,520$12,180$11,740
Other Expenses$1,150$1,135$1,135
Off Campus
Room and Board$12,520$12,180$11,740
Other Expenses$1,150$1,135$1,135
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,870$1,135$5,505

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$53,098$51,473$49,753
In-State$53,098$51,473$49,753
Out of State$53,098$51,473$49,753
Off Campus
In-District$53,098$51,473$49,753
In-State$53,098$51,473$49,753
Out of State$53,098$51,473$49,753
Off Campus with Family
In-District$44,298$42,893$42,383
In-State$44,298$42,893$42,383
Out of State$44,298$42,893$42,383

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Bentley College financial aid office phone number is (781) 891-3441. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid67770%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid67370%$23,031
All Federal Grants15316%$6,164
Pell Grants15316%$4,371
Other Federal Grants15116%$1,817
State/Local Grants & Scholarships11412%$2,668
Institutional Grants & Scholarships65568%$21,760
All Student Loans56058%$6,829
Federal Student Loans56058%$6,066
Other Student Loans394%$10,957

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)0.6%1.0%1.0%
Number in Default688
Number in Repayment864786770

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 4,000
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $7,530

On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

  • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: $4,990
  • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 21

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Weapons Related21-
Drug Related1--
Liquor Related1--
Residence Hall
Weapons Related2--

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Forcible Rape326
Aggravated Assault571
Burglary181618
Vehicle Theft--2
Arson33-
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape215
Aggravated Assault35-
Burglary161516
Arson22-

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Football Conference: Northeast 10 Conference
  • College Basketball Conference: Northeast 10 Conference
  • College Baseball Conference: Northeast 10 Conference
  • College Track & Field Conference: Northeast 10 Conference

Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Total Aid$2,114,823$1,317,371$797,452
Ratio (%)100%62%38%

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes525338187
Unduplicated Athletes520336184
Baseball2323-
Basketball291514
All Track Combined764531
Field Hockey26-26
Football9999-
Golf1414-
Ice Hockey2727-
Lacrosse745024
Soccer533122
Softball17-17
Swimming and Diving512130
Tennis241311
Volleyball12-12

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$40,826$29,555
Assistant Coaches-$14,047$6,007

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches603525
Baseball44-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches33-
Basketball734
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches523
All Track Combined633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
Field Hockey3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Football1010-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches99-
Golf11-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches---
Ice Hockey33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Lacrosse743
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches532
Soccer633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
Softball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Swimming and Diving633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
Tennis211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Volleyball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees1,056819237
Faculty Status474306168
Tenured Faculty168168-
Graduate Assistants32-32
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service448280168
Primarily Instruction168-168
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial1401391
Other Professionals25620749
Technical and/or Paraprofessional21219319
Clerical And Secretarial1039310
Skilled Crafts1414-
Service and/or Maintenance82775

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$108,326 (280)$110,128 (170)$105,543 (110)
Professor$146,240 (91)$144,825 (63)$149,423 (28)
Associate Professor$103,081 (82)$102,014 (44)$104,317 (38)
Assistant Professor$103,070 (29)$112,513 (13)$95,397 (16)
Lecturer$71,563 (78)$72,929 (50)$69,125 (28)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$108,326 (280)$110,128 (170)$105,543 (110)
Professor$146,240 (91)$144,825 (63)$149,423 (28)
Associate Professor$103,081 (82)$102,014 (44)$104,317 (38)
Assistant Professor$103,070 (29)$112,513 (13)$95,397 (16)
Lecturer$71,563 (78)$72,929 (50)$69,125 (28)
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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