College comparison

Bentley University vs Brandeis

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	Brandeis Waltham, MA
Acceptance rateBrandeis University is more selective	45%	41%
SAT (25–75)	1280–1430	1390–1520
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	4,474	3,618
Avg net price	$37,930	$35,736
Median earnings (10 yr)Bentley University reports higher median earnings	$120,959	$77,231
Graduation rate	87%	86%
Median debt	$25,023	$25,648
Economic mobility	2.9%	2.0%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Bentley University or Brandeis University harder to get into?

Brandeis University is more selective: Bentley University's acceptance rate is approximately 45% and Brandeis University's is approximately 41% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 1280–1430 at Bentley University and 1390–1520 at Brandeis 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.