College comparison

Bentley University vs Howard 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	Howard University Washington, DC
Acceptance rateHoward University is more selective	45%	41%
SAT (25–75)	1280–1430	1090–1320
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	4,474	10,108
Avg net price	$37,930	$50,539
Median earnings (10 yr)Bentley University reports higher median earnings	$120,959	$63,066
Graduation rate	87%	70%
Median debt	$25,023	$24,500
Economic mobility	2.9%	4.0%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Bentley University or Howard University harder to get into?

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

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 1280–1430 at Bentley University and 1090–1320 at Howard 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.