Applying
Application Process
There are three options for applying to Bentley as a domestic or international freshman candidate:
Early decision
This binding program is for students who have decided that Bentley is definitely their first choice. Candidates who are offered Early Decision admission must respond with a nonrefundable enrollment by January 22 to reserve a place in the class. Students must also withdraw all pending applications at other colleges, as acceptance to the Early Decision program requires the student to enroll at Bentley. Students who have applied for financial assistance and have filed for the CSS Profile are notified about their financial aid award by January 16.
Early action
This program is for students who are prepared to submit their application early, but would like to keep their options open with other schools. Candidates receive their official decision in mid-January, but they have until May 1 to notify Bentley of their intention to enroll. Financial aid notification begins in mid-March.
Regular admission
This program is for those students who may need more time completing their application and would prefer to submit it later in their senior year of high school. Candidates must submit their application no later than January 15 and will receive their official decision by April 1.
Transfer Students: If you plan to apply as a domestic transfer student, please check out the transfer application process for information. If you are a non-U.S. citizen, visit the international transfer students' page for details about your application process.
