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Quick Stats

African American 3%
Asian American 8%
Hispanic 5%
International 10%
Native American 0%
White 60%
Unknown 14%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 62%
Common States of Residence
  • Connecticut
  • Foreign countries
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New York
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 1%
18-19: 40%
20-21: 42%
22-24: 11%
25+: 5%
Female Faculty 39%
Male Faculty 61%
Faculty Diversity African American: 3%
Asian American: 8%
Hispanic: 1%
International: 2%
Native American: 0%
White: 86%
Unknown: 0%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Bentley is a business school that lives up to its diversity potential, although it may not be easy to see at first glance. The topic of diversity on campus is divided among those who see it and those who don’t. Most students agree that the University is more diverse than their high schools, but not as diverse as other local colleges. On the whole, many students agree that the Bentley population is very accepting with perhaps a few exceptions. If you’re from the U.S., you are most likely going to be very similar to everyone else on campus from the U.S., which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Your friends will often be of the same social or economic status as yourself, making it easier to assimilate with and relate to them. But there is still ethnic and regional diversity among Bentley students; whether its the New York–Massachusetts rivalry or those from the west coast or the inner city.

The international student population is very diverse with more than 50 countries represented. Usually, any non-American student is lumped into the “international” category, whether they are from Brazil, India, or Dubai, which isn't fair. In order to make friends with someone from a different country, culture, or background than you, it really has to become a personal initiative to break the barrier that exists between American and non-American students. Once the barrier is broken, most international students are very amenable to getting to know American students. Bentley offers international, sociological, and psychological courses in diversity. It is easy to see the different types of students in any given course by simply looking around the classroom. At times, international students will be asked about the business environment in their home country, which is often interesting and informative.

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Diversity at Bentley University

money99

Managerial Economics '14

2.7
C+

Not Too Diverse

Bentley is not too diverse. They claim they are so diverse, but I would disagree. They have a lot of white people and a few diverse people. I would not go as far as to say that they are a diverse school, but more diverse than other schools around the area.

May 13, 2012

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Diversity at Bentley University

aabad

Finance '14

5.0
A+

Gaining..rapidly

With every semester, I feel that minorities have a lot more presence. Sure, there are a lot of white folk, but there's a bunch of international students as well. Big Tip: Break barriers!! Befriend people from completely different backgrounds it's very rewarding!!! Your college experience will be a completely different experience!!

Apr 11, 2012

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Diversity at Bentley University

ashlynnj

Accounting '12

4.2
A-

Diversity at Bentley

There are a lot of international students at Bentley from China and Spain but within the United States most people are from New England area.

Dec 30, 2011

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User rating for Bentley University - Diversity is 3.5 out of 5 based on 35 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

How diverse is the student body in the following areas?

How diverse is your personal circle of friends in the following areas?

How accepting is the campus community as a whole toward someone who falls into the minority (ethnic, sexual, or religious)?

How would you best describe your personal political beliefs?

How would you best describe the political beliefs of campus as a whole?

Facts

Gay Pride

PRIDE, Bentley’s gay, lesbian, and transgendered club, is one of the best known but under appreciated organizations on campus. There is a shift happening right now at Bentley towards increasing acceptance and tolerance of all minority groups, and it is starting with the gay community. An active student who is "out" on campus usually advocates education and understanding to those unfamiliar with what it's like being gay.

Political Activity

Being a business school, most students are fairly conservative. However, that's the not the whole picture. Bentley is equal opportunity with clubs for both Republicans and Democrats, both always looking for new recruits on campus without being overwhelming.

Economic Status

You may not see it at first, but the majority of students here come from money. Designer clothes and the attitudes to go with them are far too common. But don't let that deter you. There are plenty of students here who are also middle class or scholarship students; it's all a matter of finding the right group of friends.

Most Common Religions

There are a variety of active Christian groups. A “Sacred Space” was created in the new student center for all religions to share.

Minority Clubs on Campus

National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), Black United Body (BUB), Bentley Asian Students Association (BASA), and the Vietnamese Students Association (VSA) are just a few of the minority clubs on campus. There is a place for just about everyone and most clubs accept all willing members.

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