College comparison

Bentley University vs Fairfield 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	Fairfield University Fairfield, CT
Acceptance rateFairfield University is more selective	45%	33%
SAT (25–75)	1280–1430	1260–1390
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	4,474	5,373
Avg net price	$37,930	$48,095
Median earnings (10 yr)Bentley University reports higher median earnings	$120,959	$88,794
Graduation rate	87%	84%
Median debt	$25,023	$26,000
Economic mobility	2.9%	1.6%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Bentley University or Fairfield University harder to get into?

Fairfield University is more selective: Bentley University's acceptance rate is approximately 45% and Fairfield University's is approximately 33% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 1280–1430 at Bentley University and 1260–1390 at Fairfield 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.