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Bentley University

Waltham, Massachusetts · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$86,679

Acceptance Rate

48%

Graduation Rate

88%

Annual Tuition

$58,150

At a Glance

Total Students

4,288

Retention Rate

93%

Faculty Ratio

12

Financial Aid

43%

Median Debt

$25,023

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Bentley University is a private, non-profit institution with 4,288 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 48.4% and a high graduation rate of 88.1%. The student retention rate is 92.9%. The in-state tuition cost is $58,150.

Graduates of Bentley University experience strong early career earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $71,978, increasing to $86,679 after five years, and $120,959 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $25,023, and 42.7% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$72k

1 YEAR

$87k

5 YEARS

$121k

10 YEARS

Top 2% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Bentley University alumni earn a median salary of $71,978. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $86,679, and after ten years, the median salary is $120,959. The median debt for graduates is $25,023, and 42.7% of students receive financial aid.

Bentley University has a high retention rate of 92.9% and an 88.1% graduation rate. The university has a 48.4% acceptance rate and a student body of 4,288. The in-state tuition is $58,150.

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Campus Location

Waltham, Massachusetts

Waltham, MA 02452-4705

Bentley University is located in Waltham, Massachusetts. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bentley University has an acceptance rate of 48.4%.