College comparison

Bentley University vs BU

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Bentley University Waltham, MA	BU Boston, MA
Acceptance rateBoston University is more selective	45%	11%
SAT (25–75)	1280–1430	1420–1530
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	4,474	18,248
Avg net price	$37,930	$24,402
Median earnings (10 yr)Bentley University reports higher median earnings	$120,959	$83,238
Graduation rate	87%	89%
Median debt	$25,023	$23,250
Economic mobility	2.9%	2.0%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Bentley University or Boston University harder to get into?

Boston University is more selective: Bentley University's acceptance rate is approximately 45% and Boston University's is approximately 11% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Bentley University vs Boston University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1280–1430 at Bentley University and 1420–1530 at Boston University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.