College comparison

Bentley University vs Marist University

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	Marist University Poughkeepsie, NY
Acceptance rateBentley University is more selective	45%	57%
SAT (25–75)	1280–1430	1190–1340
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	4,474	5,182
Avg net price	$37,930	$41,544
Median earnings (10 yr)Bentley University reports higher median earnings	$120,959	$77,819
Graduation rate	87%	80%
Median debt	$25,023	$25,000
Economic mobility	2.9%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Bentley University or Marist University harder to get into?

Bentley University is more selective: Bentley University's acceptance rate is approximately 45% and Marist University's is approximately 57% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 1280–1430 at Bentley University and 1190–1340 at Marist 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.