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Graduate Admission

Graduate Admission Application Deadlines

Connect with us to receive special offers and announcements, and we’ll keep you informed about upcoming deadlines and provide tips to make your application stand out. Visit the apply page to access the online application.

Fall Term Entry

RoundApplication DueAdmission Decision Available
Priority Round 1November 1December 15
Priority Round 2December 15February 15
Priority Round 3February 1March 15
Priority Round 4May 1May 15
Rolling: Deadline for international, F-1 seeking applicantsJune 1Two to four weeks after your completed application starting December 15
Rolling: Deadline for domestic & SEVIS transfer applicantsAugust 1Two to four weeks after your completed application starting December 15
Rolling: Non-degree applicantsAugust 1Two to four weeks after your completed application starting December 15

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Spring Term Entry

Round Application Due Admission Decision Available
Priority: Deadline for international, F-1 seeking applicants  October 17 Two weeks after your completed application starting September 21
Standard: Deadline for domestic & SEVIS transfer applicants December 14 Two weeks after your completed application starting September 21
Rolling: Non-degree applicants December 14 Two weeks after your completed application starting September 21

Application Requirements

Application Requirements for New Applicants

Use this application checklist if you have not earned a degree from Bentley University.  

  • Resume (must be current with dates of employment, job duties and internships) 
  • Two Letters of Recommendation  
  • Two Essays  
  • Transcripts: Undergraduate and Graduate  

*Unofficial transcripts with dates and final grades are accepted for admission process purposes, but once a candidate is accepted and deposited, the final official transcript must be sent directly to the Graduate Admission Office from your prior institution before the start of the semester.  

  • GMAT, GMAT Focus Edition, GRE or Executive Assessment test scores (optional)  
  • Application fee $133 (discounts available – check with your counselor or attend an event) 

Additional Requirements for International Applicants: 

  • Transcript Evaluation from a NACES-accredited agency. 
  • TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English proficiency test scores (may be waived if the English language was used as a main language of instruction. The applicant needs to provide supporting documentation).  

Application Requirements for the Bentley Community  

Use this application checklist if you graduated from Bentley University or are a Bentley employee. 

  • Resume (must be current with dates of employment, job duties and internships) 
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation (optional) 
  • Essay 
  • Transcripts: Undergraduate and Graduate (if you are Bentley alumni, we will upload it for you) 
  • GMAT, GMAT Focus Edition, GRE or Executive Assessment test scores (optional) 

Bentley employees, who completed their bachelor’s degree in a foreign country, also need to submit Transcript Evaluation from a NACES-accredited agency. 

Application Requirements may vary by program and term. For example, Full-Time MBA and MSHFID applicants are also required to attend an evaluative interview as a part of the admission process.  

To better understand your qualification the admission committee may request an interview for candidates applying for any program as part of the admission process. 

If you have questions about the application connect with Graduate Admission for details, email applygrad@bentley.edu or call 781-891-2108.  

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