Admissions Overview
The admission process at Bentley University has a 48% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Bentley University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
48%
Selective
Application Volume
10,482
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
22%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Bentley University has a 48% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Bentley University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Bentley University. About 25% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,250 to 1,410. Additionally, about 4% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 29 to 32.
SAT Scores
25% of students submitted400
1600
1250 – 1410
200
800
620 – 690
200
800
630 – 720
ACT Scores
4% of students submitted1
36
29 – 32
1
36
26 – 33
1
36
27 – 33
Admission Statistics
10,482 students applied to Bentley. Of those, 48% were accepted (5,077 students). Of these 5,077 accepted students, 1,120 chose to enroll.
10,482
Total Applicants
5,077
Students Admitted
1,120
Students Enrolled
48%
Acceptance Rate