College comparison

Bentley University vs Loyola Marymount 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	Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA
Acceptance rateBentley University is more selective	45%	45%
SAT (25–75)	1280–1430	1260–1430
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	4,474	7,094
Avg net price	$37,930	$48,381
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Waltham, MA	Los Angeles, CA

Quick answers

Is Bentley University or Loyola Marymount University harder to get into?

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

What SAT score do you need for Bentley University vs Loyola Marymount University?

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