Bentley University
- 4 Year
- WALTHAM, MA
CollegeGrad School
Bentley University Reviews
Rating 3.66 out of 5 785 reviews
I enrolled here thinking that I would be able to study a specific topic. The admissions counselor lead me to believe that they offered a strong program for the deism-line I wanted to study. After I enrolled I completed one year and maxed out all of the classes they offered for my degree program. The people were nice but I can't help but feel deceived.
If you know you want to do business, this is the school for you. Every single class has something to do with the business world. That being said, this school is hard. Don’t go here if you don’t plan to work. Attendance is taken in 90% of classes. The non-business electives are few and far between. No basket-weaving or yoga or anything like that. As long as you can look past wannabe finance bros spewing super technical financial jargon in intro classes, you’ll be fine. As soon as I got into the accounting workforce I realized how much Bentley had set me up for success. It’s a lot of work, and sometimes it’s frustrating to be in such a competitive environment, but at the end of the day, the education and experience is worth it.
For finance and accounting, Bentley is a great school. The academics and connections you will get here are fantastic. Besides that, it’s a joke- social life, food, athletics all very poor. So, if you’re looking to get a really good business education, this is your place but only if that’s what you’re solely focused on. If you want a more fun college experience, look elsewhere.
Staff works hard to keep everything running smoothly and efficiently, but the fact of having to subscribe to an online platform to access homework and activities is making getting ready for the beginning of the year difficult as these subscriptions are not spoken about during orientation and actually finding the correct books with the subscriptions needed within a short time period is rather stressful.
I liked the community feel. I didn't like the inundation of emails, making it hard to differentiate important/upcoming events.
I really liked the small class size and career development center helps a lot. I joined many clubs and organizations on campus, and met many of my current friends that way.
Bentley University wants all of its students to succeed. The smaller class sizes allow for professors to get to know you extremely well. Due to smaller class sizes, I have found many of my professors to become mentors for me in my college journey and also in preparation for a full-time job. The students at Bentley want to work hard to succeed and strive for success in everything they do. It pushes me to want to get that extra internship or connect with Bentley alumni. Overall it is a school with many students who push themselves to be the best they can be.
I love Bentley University, kind of overpriced though for what you get. Especially recently with how many people they admitted and the change in curriculum.
I have had a great time at Bentley so far. Everyone is really helpful and they want you to succeed here.
The academics are decent, depending on which professor you have, but the degree is worth it. Many different options for courses besides strictly business, and the business ones are great. Many different resources to take advantage of including academic advisors, the career center, different labs, office hours, etc. The dorm buildings are average, and the food is horrible.
My experience at Bentley University has been transformative. The institution's rigorous academic programs, enriched by dedicated faculty and cutting-edge resources, have nurtured my intellectual growth. The campus life and diverse student interactions have fostered personal development and connections. Bentley's emphasis on practical skills and real-world connections has equipped me for professional success. Engaging in a dynamic community, I have earned leadership abilities and gained a global perspective. Overall, Bentley University has provided a comprehensive education that blends academic excellence with holistic development, empowering me to excel in both my chosen career path (Finance) and personal endeavors.
So far, I've really enjoyed my time here. I've found a variety of extracurriculars on campus that have added to my college experience. One thing to note, and it's both a pro and a con, is that business is the main focal point of Bentley. There are countless, fantastic opportunities to get involved and to learn about many different facets of business. There are plenty of interesting and reputable guest speakers who visit campus. However, the flip-side of this is that it can be hard to find things that aren't business related on campus. There are a few art opportunities on campus, and there's definitely an effort to expand this, but it is still very much business-dominated.
Speaking as a female at this predominantly male institution: I struggle a lot with the social scene. Most girls here come across as cliquey, stuck up, and judgmental. Especially with greek life being so prominent, the cliques form fast and they’re close-knit. It’s near impossible to befriend people in this environment if you’re not in a sorority. No one is really open to making friends once they form their friend groups.
In terms of academics, it’s hit or miss. I’m studying accounting, so I know I’ll get a lot out of my career at Bentley. However, some of the profs I’ve had are questionable. I’d appreciate if more professors cared (or at least showed that they cared) about their students succeeding. And more leniency as well. Some are very unrealistic. I get that this is college, but I could get the same degree elsewhere for cheaper with a far easier course load.
Overall: if you join a sorority, you’re set. If not, good luck.
In terms of academics, it’s hit or miss. I’m studying accounting, so I know I’ll get a lot out of my career at Bentley. However, some of the profs I’ve had are questionable. I’d appreciate if more professors cared (or at least showed that they cared) about their students succeeding. And more leniency as well. Some are very unrealistic. I get that this is college, but I could get the same degree elsewhere for cheaper with a far easier course load.
Overall: if you join a sorority, you’re set. If not, good luck.
Atmosphere is great , the more you involve yourself the better experience you will get in return. The food isn't as good as you would want for sure mediocre . Overall a great school for your future success.
I love the wide variety of clubs that Bentley offers, there are many opportunities to get involved in campus. There are endless possibilities to network in Bentley, this can be shown by their Career Center which is a tremendous help.
Very business school focused; little opportunity to take classes outside of business. The professors are great. Lots of group projects and very small student population and campus.
Bentley is a great business school located right outside of Boston. It offered the feel of a smaller university with the convenience of being close to big city action. I took advantage of their study abroad program which allowed me to spend a year living in Australia.
Bentley University is a great university that I believe is vastly underrated. In terms of careers, Bentley University students have so many opportunities to get internships and network to really set themselves up for success. In addition to the career help, the clubs at Bentley like Bentley Investment Group is a great club that really enhances the experience at Bentley. The only slight drawbacks to Bentley is food and party scene. Both of these categories are decent but not great. If you care about your career, success, and/or money, Bentley is one of the best schools in the US.
My husband and I are both Bentley Alum and our degrees served us well. We were able to be involved in athletics while still maintaining a social life and keeping up with academics. Great work life balance which is hard to find. Husband studied accounting and I did marketing and computer science. He did the 5 year masters and I did a masters in management but did it part time while working.
Great school. Best value and ROI for nearby universities. Bentley has a lot to offer and is growing and advancing year after year.