Bentley College

Bentley College, now Bentley University, is a private business-focused university in Waltham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1917 by Harry C. Bentley as the Bentley School of Accounting and Finance, it developed from a specialized accounting school into an institution that combines business education with the arts and sciences. The university adopted the Bentley University name in 2008, reflecting a broader academic scope while retaining a strong emphasis on business, finance, analytics, and professional preparation. Its academic structure includes both undergraduate and graduate education. Bentley reports more than 5,000 undergraduate students and over 1,000 graduate and PhD students, with programs organized through the McCallum Graduate School of Business and undergraduate arts and sciences offerings alongside business disciplines. The institution is known for integrating technology and business study, and it operates centers and initiatives tied to areas such as entrepreneurship, ethics, and career development. Bentley’s campus is located on 163 acres in Waltham, part of the Greater Boston region, placing it within a major hub for finance, consulting, technology, and higher education. The university serves students seeking careers in business and related fields while also emphasizing communication, critical thinking, and global perspectives. Its history, location, and program mix position it as a Massachusetts institution with national reach in business education. For researchers encountering the older name "Bentley College," the organization refers to the same institution now operating as Bentley University.