BENTLEY COLLEGE
- 175 Forest St
- Waltham, MA 02452
- OPEID College Code: 00212400
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- General Phone: (800) 523-2354
- President: Gloria Larson
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 5,628
- College Mascot: Falcons
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General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Website
- www.bentley.edu

- 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, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Business Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.bentley.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- 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 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 4,158 | 2,517 | 6,675 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1,688 (41%) | 1,154 (46%) | 2,842 (43%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 568 (34%) | 381 (33%) | 949 (33%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 789 | 83% |
| ACT ® Exam | 261 | 28% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 540 | 630 |
| SAT ® Math | 600 | 680 |
| SAT ® Writing | 550 | 640 |
| ACT ® Composite | 25 | 28 |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | - | - |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 65%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 53% | 11% | 12% | 59% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,123 | $4,649 | $2,616 | $18,184 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Number in Default | 8 | 8 | 9 |
| Number in Repayment | 786 | 770 | 1,148 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $35,828 | $34,488 | $32,896 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $35,828 | $34,488 | $32,896 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $35,828 | $34,488 | $32,896 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 | $1,030 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,740 | $11,320 | $10,940 |
| Other Expenses | $1,135 | $1,120 | $1,100 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,740 | $11,320 | $10,940 |
| Other Expenses | $1,135 | $1,120 | $1,100 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,505 | $1,120 | $5,250 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $49,753 | $47,958 | $45,936 |
| In-State | $49,753 | $47,958 | $45,936 |
| Out of State | $49,753 | $47,958 | $45,936 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $49,753 | $47,958 | $45,936 |
| In-State | $49,753 | $47,958 | $45,936 |
| Out of State | $49,753 | $47,958 | $45,936 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $42,383 | $40,888 | $39,146 |
| In-State | $42,383 | $40,888 | $39,146 |
| Out of State | $42,383 | $40,888 | $39,146 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 5,628 Undergraduate: 4,247 Graduate: 1,381
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,297 Female: 2,331
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,525 Female: 1,722
- Graduate Gender Male: 772 Female: 609
- 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
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 419 | 7% |
| American Indian | 12 | 0.2% |
| Black | 151 | 3% |
| Asian | 416 | 7% |
| Hispanic | 253 | 4% |
| White | 3,344 | 59% |
| Unknown | 1,033 | 18% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 51 | 0.9% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,811 | 32% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,903 | 34% |
| Ages 22-24 | 734 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 508 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 216 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 145 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 149 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 49 | 0.9% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.05% |
| Age Unknown | 59 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,074 | 839 | 235 |
| Faculty Status | 473 | 306 | 167 |
| Tenured Faculty | 156 | 156 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 26 | - | 26 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 446 | 279 | 167 |
| Primarily Instruction | 167 | - | 167 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 105 | 105 | - |
| Other Professionals | 298 | 251 | 47 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 225 | 204 | 21 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 115 | 104 | 11 |
| Skilled Crafts | 15 | 15 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 83 | 77 | 6 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $101,277 (279) | $104,349 (169) | $96,557 (110) |
| Professor | $135,974 (81) | $134,132 (61) | $141,594 (20) |
| Associate Professor | $102,497 (78) | $102,584 (41) | $102,401 (37) |
| Assistant Professor | $94,428 (41) | $97,020 (20) | $91,959 (21) |
| Lecturer | $68,050 (79) | $70,352 (47) | $64,669 (32) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $101,277 (279) | $104,349 (169) | $96,557 (110) |
| Professor | $135,974 (81) | $134,132 (61) | $141,594 (20) |
| Associate Professor | $102,497 (78) | $102,584 (41) | $102,401 (37) |
| Assistant Professor | $94,428 (41) | $97,020 (20) | $91,959 (21) |
| Lecturer | $68,050 (79) | $70,352 (47) | $64,669 (32) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $2,132,983 | $1,280,343 | $852,640 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 60% | 40% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 527 | 345 | 182 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 523 | 344 | 179 |
| Baseball | 32 | 32 | - |
| Basketball | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| All Track Combined | 81 | 54 | 27 |
| Field Hockey | 25 | - | 25 |
| Football | 93 | 93 | - |
| Golf | 16 | 16 | - |
| Ice Hockey | 26 | 26 | - |
| Lacrosse | 67 | 43 | 24 |
| Soccer | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Softball | 19 | - | 19 |
| Swimming and Diving | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Tennis | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $37,850 | $28,036 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $13,238 | $6,696 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Field Hockey | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Football | 11 | 11 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 10 | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Ice Hockey | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Lacrosse | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Soccer | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming and Diving | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 93%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 67%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 90% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 87% |
| Female | 94% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 83% |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 86% |
| Asian | 90% |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White | 90% |
| Unknown | 82% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 77% |
| 5 Years | 85% |
| 6 Years | 86% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 5 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 2 |
| Burglary | 16 | 17 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 6 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 3 |
| Burglary | 18 | 19 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009