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Bentley University3.96 Average Rating
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Emily
A CURRENT STUDENT HERE1 PERSON FOUND THIS REVIEW USEFUL
| CATEGORIES | COMMENTS |
|---|---|
| AM LEARNING A LOT | Bentley offers some of the best business professors out there and many have worked in a high-level positions for companies and the government and have a lot to share from those experiences. |
| AM ENJOYING BEING HERE | I have met my best friends here and the college scene is great. There is the perfect balance between getting an amazing education and having the best time of your life. |
| BANG FOR THE BUCK | The college is very expensive, but financial aid tries to help everyone who wants to come. Some people get full ride scholarships here so make sure you submit everything they want to offer you financial aid. |
| TIPS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS | Tour the campus if you can’t because you’ll fall in love with it the minute you step on campus, even if it’s raining. Apply for financial aid and call and make sure you submitted all of the documents because you don’t want to miss out on any financing opportunities. |
| GREAT FOR THESE TYPES OF STUDENTS | Students who are really interested in business because you will be pushed in that direction the whole time you’re here. There are tons of liberal studies major opportunities, too though, in case you are looking for something different than business. |
Christopher from Attleboro, MA
A CURRENT STUDENT HERE16 PEOPLE FOUND THIS REVIEW USEFUL
| CATEGORIES | COMMENTS |
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| IN THREE SENTENCES | Bentley University is centered on educating prospective business majors with a good variety of courses that prepare students for the business world. They also offer a liberal arts major known as the LSM for students who either stray away from business or want to to add even more diversity to their resume with a double major. The majority of students have a reputation for being laid back outside the classroom but very career driven and focused within it. |
| TIPS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS | -The first tip is a given for any college student but make sure you take your academics extremely seriously. College is an awesome experience but be sure to manage your time wisely to eventually take pride in handing an employer your resume. No matter what anyone tells you, your GPA is the most important item on your resume. -Get involved with the variety of clubs and intramurals on campus as it is a great way to have a diverse group of friends. -Bentley is a relatively small school with small class sizes so do not miss class unless you have too as most professors take attendance seriously. -Professors are there to help you. If you have a concern or question, let them know. -As a freshman, your Resident Advisor is not your enemy but someone who you should go to for advice on classes to take and how to get adjusted to college life. -Bentley, like most schools, is an exciting place on the weekends. Make sure you make smart decisions and be safe. |
| ACADEMIC RIGOR | Bentley is known for educating freshman on the applications of accountancy and finance early on with the mandatory GB112 and GB212 classes. These are challenging classes but putting the time and effort in will be very rewarding. The general education requirements include basic math, science, history, writing, and other courses that will remind many of high school. However, make sure you take every class seriously as you do not want your GPA punished as a result of laziness. Once a student decides their major the courses are known to get much harder as many will be reminded to get their GPA as high as possible freshman and sophomore year. But like every other class, if you work hard you will be rewarded. Professors are also very important when it comes to your academic experience, so be sure to do your research and pick one’s that are known as helpful and resourceful. |
| DORM LIFE | Freshman year all students either live in Trees, Slade, or Miller which can be seen as the standard freshman year dorms but were quite large and nice compared to my friends at other schools. Following freshman year, the dorms can very nice as lower campus is home to Fenway, Orchard, and Copley dorms that were built only about ten years ago. I currently live in a Fenway 6-person Suite and it is amazing in terms of space, cleanliness, and closeness to facilities. The dorms on upper campus such as Forest, Kresge, Collins, Boylston, Rhodes, and Falcone are very similar to those on lower but offer a shorter walk to class. You will find a much tighter relationship to floor mates freshman year due to the communal bathrooms and that is where most people meet their close friends. Laundry units are located on the first floor of most of the buildings and all the buildings are cleaned regularly by the maintenance staff. |
| FOOD AND DINING | The main dining hall on campus is Season’s and it is known to get old after a couple weeks for upperclassmen like myself. They offer a variety of options in terms of sandwiches, pizza, and a salad bar. But after a while you get tired of the same thing. However, Bentley offers discretionary options that are included in your meal plan. All freshman must take the unlimited swipe plan which gives them about $350 in discretionary. This can be used at places such as Currito (basically Chipotle or Qdoba), Yella’s (fresh sandwiches and pizza), and Einsteins (fresh baked bagels, coffee, and breakfast/lunch sandwiches). All of the discretionary options are much preferred over seasons for students but make sure you allocate your allowance wisely! |
| WHAT TO DO FOR FUN | During the week, Bentley offers a variety of intramurals and clubs that keep the students active. I suggest forming a team on your freshman dorm floor or joining something with a friend. The fitness center is also always open very early and closes around midnight which allows students plenty of opportunity to work out. On weekends, campus is usually up and about with music and students everywhere. Fraternities also have parties off campus which are a must for any freshman. Fraternity and Sorority life have been growing gradually over the past few years and offer another fun opportunity for students. |
| BANG FOR THE BUCK | Bentley gives very generous financial aid and one can simply go to one career fair to see that job opportunities are quite abundant for students. If you plan to put in a lot of hard work and make the most of your education, you will be rewarded in the end. I am currently at my 2nd internship and just going into my junior year. Our career services is one of the best in the country, hands down. They work their butts off to ensure the best career opportunities for Bentley students. |
| SHARE ANY UNUSUAL TRADITIONS OR LOCATIONS ON CAMPUS | People will usually hang out on the G-space on nice days, which is the big grassy field next to the bookstore. |
| GREAT FOR THESE TYPES OF STUDENTS | Students looking for a school where the learning environment is friendly for those looking for small classes and a medium sized student population. Any student who takes their academics seriously will thrive here. Most students are in good shape as the campus is on a hill and are generally outgoing and down to earth. Also make sure you want to major in business as that is how you will truly make you education worth every cent. |
| CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES | There are a variety of clubs and activities as almost all students participate in at least one intramural or club. Intramurals offer everything from flag football to basketball to ultimate frisbee. There is also a great amount of clubs for every kind of person from the very popular Bentley Investment Group to Club Roller Hockey. |
| GREEK LIFE | Being in Greek Life myself, I have to say joining a fraternity was a great way to meet even more people than I already knew. It also puts you in touch with upperclassmen who can provide valuable insight and networking. I also stayed close friends with those who are not in Greek Life and honestly would recommend it to anyone looking for a even more diverse college experience. |
| CAMPUS SAFETY | Located in Waltham, Bentley Police are real police officers, not just guys in polo’s with a badge as seen at other schools. They make their presence felt as there is usually a cruiser located at various spots on campus to make the students feel safe. I have walked around campus at various times during the week and have never felt threatened in the slightest bit. |
Jessica from Monroe, CT
A CURRENT STUDENT HERE6 PEOPLE FOUND THIS REVIEW USEFUL
| CATEGORIES | COMMENTS |
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| AM LEARNING A LOT | There is a large range of business classes offered at Bentley. The school makes sure that you get a taste for each sector of business through their required general business courses. They also have a range of general education courses but if you come to Bentley, you definitely need to be interested in business. |
| AM ENJOYING BEING HERE | Bentley has such an amazing atmosphere and it really feels like a home. The people are great and there is always something fun to do on the weekend. Bentley also provides a shuttle to Harvard Square which is always a good time. |
| BANG FOR THE BUCK | Bentley can be very pricey but it has some of the best facilities that money can buy. They have an amazing trading room which is one of its trademarks. It also has some of the best classrooms and dorms that I’ve seen at any college. |
| TIPS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS | I would be sure to make a trip to campus if you’re thinking of coming to Bentley. It is beautiful, but on the smaller side so you want to make sure it’s right for you. Also try to talk to some of the students to get their perspective on the college. |
| GREAT FOR THESE TYPES OF STUDENTS | Bentley is a great college for students who are looking for a home away from home. It has a large community feel, though if you’re looking for a school big on its athletics I would look somewhere else. Regardless though, Bentley is an amazing college for students interested in business. |
bentley university tuition
Your college education is a big investment. That’s why we do everything possible to make it as affordable as possible for you and your family, and to provide the kind of return on investment you expect — and deserve.
The value of your education is one of our top priorities. We will work closely with you to identify every appropriate financial aid solution. In most cases, our financial aid program makes the cost of attending Bentley competitive with most private and public institutions — even with the in-state costs. More than 70 percent of Bentley students receive some kind of financial aid. Depending on your circumstances, you might be eligible for grants and scholarships, work opportunities, low-interest student loans or one of several alternative financing programs. Our personalized approach to financial aid has resulted in Bentley graduates defaulting at a rate of less than one percent on their student loans, compared to the national average of 11 percent.
2021-2022 Tuition and Fees for Domestic Students
| Tuition and Fees | $54,910 |
| Room and Board * | $18,130 |
| Books and Supplies (estimate) | $1,325 |
| Personal Expense (estimate) | $1,250 |
| New Student Fee** | $250 |
| Student Activity Fee | $440 |
| Total *** | $76,305 |
The cost of attendance for students who commute does not include room and board and is estimated at $63,135 for 2021-2022. The cost of attendance for students studying remotely will exclude transportation allowances.
* Room and board costs may vary based on actual accommodations and board plan selected. Room and board estimates for students living in an off-campus apartment (not with parents or a relative) may differ slightly than those estimated for on-campus housing.
**New first-year and transfer students are charged a one-time $250 new student fee.
*** All students are also assessed a student health insurance fee of $2,169. The fee can be waived if you can demonstrate comparable coverage under your family plan. You will receive more information on the waiver process with your fall term bill.
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