Bentley University is a private business-focused university in Waltham, Massachusetts, known for integrating business education with technology and the liberal arts. Its top-ranked accounting program, strong career services, and high job placement rates make it one of the most career-oriented universities in New England.
Mascot: Falcon
Notable Alumni
Jay Leno (Tonight Show host)•Lisa Lutoff-Perlo (CEO of Celebrity Cruises)•Marcelo Claure (tech entrepreneur)
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Safety
Low crime rates on a compact, well-patrolled suburban campus with residence hall safety programs and personal escort services. Most reported incidents involve minor property crimes.
Waltham is an affluent, low-crime suburb west of Boston with quiet residential neighborhoods surrounding the campus.
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