Admissions Overview
The admission process at Bentley University has a 58% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Bentley University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
58%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
9,662
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
20%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Bentley University has a 58% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other 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 27% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,258 to 1,420. Additionally, about 5% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 32.
SAT Scores
27% of students submitted400
1600
1258 – 1420
200
800
618 – 690
200
800
640 – 730
ACT Scores
5% of students submitted1
36
28 – 32
1
36
26 – 34
1
36
26 – 30
Admission Statistics
9,662 students applied to Bentley. Of those, 58% were accepted (5,592 students). Of these 5,592 accepted students, 1,141 chose to enroll.
9,662
Total Applicants
5,592
Students Admitted
1,141
Students Enrolled
58%
Acceptance Rate