New Student Guide Fall 2023

BECOMING A FALCON

THIS GUIDE PROVIDES IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO ENSURE YOUR SUCCESSFUL

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CHECKLIST FOR NEW STUDENTS

n Log into BentleyConnect to gain access to these tasks (page 3).

n For all up to date deadlines, visit BentleyConnect.

Orientation and Welcome

GETTING STARTED

To get started with your new student onboarding experience, please make sure that you have signed the Technology Ethics Agreement in your BentleyConnect portal and have set up your Bentley email. Next, please read through this guide. There is important information regarding mandatory tasks and deadlines, which you must complete prior to the start of the semester.

To complete these tasks, log into your BentleyConnect portal. Make sure to check the portal regularly, to ensure you have completed your tasks.

New Student Checklist

Your New Student Checklist will:

n Outline all of the tasks discussed in this guide

n Give you direct access to complete the tasks with helpful instructions

Announcements

It is important for you to check your Bentley email throughout the summer. We often send important announcements and updates as we prepare for the start of the semester.

Student ID Cards

Your Falcon Card is the key to accessing most services on campus. It is important that you carry it with you at all times. To create your Falcon Card, upload a photo by July 1, 2023. Please go to myphoto.bentley.edu and log in using your Bentley email and password. Read all directions carefully and please review the Terms of Use.

Quick Selfie Tips:

n The image must be in color and feature a clear, full-face view of only you.

n You must be wearing normal street attire.

n You may not wear a hat or dark glasses.

n The background must be plain white or off-white.

n The photo must be of a good likeness and it should have been taken within the last six months.

n The most common reason for a photo’s rejection is that the background is not white or off-white. Lines in doors, blinds, and siding can be distracting and may prevent the photograph from being approved.

n Feel free to smile in your photo, you’re a Falcon now!

Once your image is approved, your ID will be printed and waiting for you at Orientation.

ORIENTATION AND REGISTRATION

To ensure a smooth transition to Bentley, we utilize a tiered approach to Orientation for all new Falcons. Bentley Beginnings is the start of your journey, followed by course registration, self-guided learning courses, and lastly, the on-campus Orientation program, which begins on August 31. Please note, this year we have added a new International Student Welcome and Orientation which begins on Wednesday, August 30. In addition, we provide some other experiences for our new Falcons to engage in before arriving to campus:

n Pre-orientation group meeting

n Monthly newsletter

n Virtual social events

n Social media: @welcomefalcons

Bentley Beginnings

Bentley Beginnings is an interactive online program that provides an opportunity for you to learn about the abundant resources and opportunities available to you.

Log into BentleyConnect and go to your checklist to access your Bentley Beginnings program. Please note that the online program must be completed prior to June 29, 2023. Once you’ve finished each of the sections, you will receive more information about creating your fall schedule.

First-Year Registration

Students will receive videos regarding registration and course selection at the beginning of June. Please review these videos fully to prepare for registration. These videos will remain available for students to refer back to throughout the summer.

First-Year Student Registration: July 26, 2023

During Bentley Beginnings, you will have the opportunity to learn about our many academic options and your requirements for the first year of classes. All incoming first-year students will register for five courses for the fall semester, including the three-credit Falcon Discovery Seminar.

In addition to the Falcon Discovery Seminar, you will have the opportunity to take a variety of courses in the Bentley core curriculum. Specifically, you will take courses from the “Foundations,” “Business Dynamics” and “Context and Perspectives” sections of the core in addition to electives courses. Please review your schedule and be sure you are not registered for courses in which you may receive Advanced Standing credit. It is critical that Bentley receives your Advanced Standing grades, scores or transcripts as soon as they become available (see page 15 for details). All new students must complete their online orientation, the Math Selection Survey, and the Critical Reading and Writing placement essay (see page 14 for details) in order to register for classes.

Transfer Student Registration

Students will receive videos regarding registration and course selection at the beginning of June. Please review these videos fully to prepare for registration. These videos will remain available for students to refer back to throughout the summer.

Transfer Student Registration: July 24, 2023

A few days prior to registration, each student will receive a personalized pre-registration email with important information that must be reviewed prior to July 24th.

Orientation Program: August 31, 2023

All new Falcons will begin the Orientation Program on August 31st, 2023. If you are living on campus, you will move into your residence hall at a designated time prior to the start of the program. (This will also be dependent on your participation in any other pre-orientation program including our newly added International Student Welcome and Orientation which begins on Wednesday, August 30.) While there will be optional activities happening through the early afternoon, we want you to use that time to get settled.

Later that day, the community will come together for Convocation, which is the official start to your Bentley career. After Convocation, students will participate in the Orientation program.

During Orientation you will:

n Meet other new students and connect with faculty and staff

n Learn about our Core Values and your rights and responsibilities

n Participate in sessions and workshops to set a foundation for your academic career

n Engage in social and educational programming

n Develop a plan to successfully navigate your first semester

The program will conclude on Monday, September 4, with the official start of classes beginning on Tuesday, September 5.

Please note that you will be assigned self-guided learning courses prior to Orientation that you must complete. You can find more information on page 11 of this guide.

Bentley University is committed to providing an accessible, equitable, and inclusive learning environment. As part of this mission, we strive to make events accessible to all participants. If you have specific accessibility needs, please contact us at orientation@ bentley.edu to discuss appropriate accommodations.

MOSAIC

One of the Multicultural Center’s biggest programs for new students is the MOSAIC Experience.

The MOSAIC Experience is a three-day pre-orientation program for incoming students of color seeking to establish themselves at Bentley University. Through sessions and workshops, students will participate in learning focused on multiple aspects of identity and how those identities connect and intersect with each other. The MOSAIC Experience allows students the opportunity to explore who they are and the impact they have at a predominately white institution. These sessions are facilitated by various faculty, staff and guest presenters from the Bentley community and beyond. Additionally, sessions will allow students to engage in dialogue about their stories in an effort to build meaningful connections. The MOSAIC Experience allows students to come fully as they are and build a community among fellow participants, MOSAIC Ambassadors, faculty and staff before the academic year begins.

The 2023 MOSAIC Experience will take place Monday, August 28-30, 2023, leading right up to Orientation.

Registration will be available at the end of May 2023. Students will receive more information about the program via email and mail.

Visit the Multicultural Center online for more information: bentley.edu/university-life/diversityequity-inclusion/multicultural-community.

HONORS PROGRAM

The Bentley University Honors Program offers a distinctive learning experience to a diverse community of our highest academically achieving students who are passionate about exploring the world, are invigorated by inquiry, and driven to expand their horizons while giving back to their community both within and beyond Bentley.

The Honors Program offers you access to:

n Small and highly interactive Honors courses

n Dedicated faculty advisers supporting the Honors pathway

n Co-curricular activities including field trips, seminars, and more

n Access to the Honors Defined Community and Honors study space

n Early course registration after your first semester on your assigned day

n Opportunity to enroll in the Advanced Standing Programs upon submission of application

Not only will you develop close relationships with your honors classmates, you’ll work with Bentley’s most respected scholars and dynamic instructors and gain real-world skills. For more information please visit bentley.edu/honorsprogram

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT INFORMATION

The Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) welcomes students from more than 90 countries each year. We provide guidance on immigration-related matters as well as assistance with cultural adjustment. Our goal is to ensure that all students feel comfortable in the Bentley community — you are important to us.

Visa Information

By July, all new undergraduate students living outside of the United States should have received their I-20 and arranged to obtain an F1 visa. If you have not yet received your I-20 or experience difficulty in obtaining your F1 visa, please make sure to email GA_CISS@ bentley.edu. For all incoming international Bentley students who are in the United States attending another university or secondary school, be sure you have spoken to your previous school to complete our Transfer-In Form. Once your previous school arranges the transfer and the release date has passed, your F1 record will be transferred to Bentley for us to create your new I-20.

Arrival Information & International Student Orientation

The International Student Welcome and Orientation begins Wednesday, August 30. Please make plans to arrive in the U.S. before this date. International Students will move into their residence hall on Wednesday, August 30th and will participate in programming through September 4th. More details will be provided throughout the summer.

Immigration Registration

Students will need to attend an F-1 orientation session as a part of your orientation program, as well as complete a mandatory (virtual) check-in process with CISS so that we can register your new immigration record in the government database (SEVIS). Please make sure to check your Bentley email for instructions.

For more information about your immigration record, please contact CISS or visit our website at bentley. edu/ciss

FAMILY INFORMATION AND RESOURCES

Family Orientation Opportunities

Parents and family members are an important part of our community and we welcome you to Bentley. As you begin this journey with your student, you may have many questions. To help you navigate, we invite to you take advantage of the opportunities and resources below:

Online Family Resources

To introduce you to Bentley, we invite you to view a series of videos that introduce you to the support and services available to you and your student. To access the videos, visit the Parents and Family tab at bentley.edu/orientation.

One of the first tasks your student will be asked to complete is our online orientation, Bentley Beginnings. We invite you to also take advantage of this great learning tool by creating a family/guest account. You can access all of the information contained in the Bentley Beginnings experience. You may access it at orientation.bentley.edu

Falcon Live Chats and Newsletter

Throughout the summer we want to ensure you are able to connect with different staff members around campus. We offer Falcon Live Chats, our Zoom webinar series, to give you that chance. Falcon Live Chats provide an opportunity for you to participate in a live presentation and submit questions that are answered by staff members. Additionally, we encourage you to look out for our monthly family newsletter that highlights the New Student Checklist, as well as different student programs and campus resources. We hope these connections provide you with the chance to have your questions answered and to feel prepared for the beginning of the semester. For more information about the live chats or newsletters please visit bentley. edu/orientation.

Move-in Day and New Student Orientation

You will get more detailed information about move-in when your student receives their housing assignment from the Residential Center in late July. Following move-in, family members are invited to join us for the Convocation program.

FERPA

One of the most significant changes a family experiences when sending a student to school relates to privacy standards for educational records at colleges and universities. Bentley University believes that managing privacy is an important development task for its students. Guidelines regarding privacy of students’ educational records are governed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a federal law established in 1974. For additional information regarding FERPA please visit bentley.edu/offices/ student-affairs/ferpa.

Looking to stay connected?

Our Office of Alumni and Family Engagement has various programs and opportunities for all community members. One of our signature events is Falcon Weekend, held in the fall. Please consider joining us for this Bentley tradition on October 13 to 15, 2023. More information about future events and resources can be found at bentley.edu/role/parents

Health and Wellbeing

THE CENTERS FOR HEALTH, COUNSELING AND WELLBEING

As you transition to the Bentley community, know that Bentley values your well-being and the Centers for Health, Counseling and Wellbeing are staffed with caring individuals who are here to support you.

For your health needs:

We have a highly skilled and caring team of nurse practitioners (NPs), a registered nurse, nutrition and wellness coach and a consulting physician as well as dedicated administrative staff. Our Health Center staff is available throughout the year to help full-time students navigate all of their health care needs. Our certified NPs are licensed to diagnose and treat many common health conditions and injuries, prescribe medication, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and provide health counseling and education. Some of our offerings include: comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care, response to sexual violence, testing for sexually transmitted infections, genderaffirming hormone therapy, HIV prevention, immunization clinics, nutrition counseling, and referral to specialty care as appropriate. Visits with our NPs are covered by student enrollment and are confidential.

For your emotional and mental health well-being: The Counseling Center meets with students experiencing mental health related distress and provides recommendations for returning to an optimal level of functioning. When appropriate, our staff can provide short-term individual and group mental health care. We also serve as consultants, educators and advocates to the wider campus community for all mental health related issues.

For learning how to balance life outside of the classroom:

We offer personal health coaching, consultations, campus events and resources on a variety of topics, such as stress management, sleep, safer drinking, sexual health, relationships and affirmative consent, self-care, nutrition, physical activity, and much more.

Please call us or visit our websites for more information and let us know if we can help you with any prior medical or psychological condition as you to transition to Bentley. We welcome you to connect via Instagram @bentley_health and visit our offices as you settle on campus and take advantage of our confidential services and expertise.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

The Bentley University Health Center and the state of Massachusetts requires full-time students (12 or more credits) to complete health requirements on our secure Student Health Portal bentley.medicatconnect.com no later than June 15, 2023, for fall enrollment. The information is confidential. The health portal becomes available in May. You will not be allowed to move into housing or begin classes until you have submitted the required information.You will also be charged a $50 nonrefundable fee if you remain non-compliant after 30 days of start of semester.

Information MUST be submitted through the Student Health Portal. Please do not email, fax or mail documents. Make sure any documents you upload to the health portal are official. The documentation should have at a minimum: your name, date of birth, a medical provider name/signature, the vaccine name and dose, and the date it was administered. Please check the health center website bentley.edu/ university-life/student-health/health-center for further updates.

Steps for using the health portal:

1. Go to bentley.medicatconnect.com and log on with your Bentley email and password (starting in late May).

2. Click on “Forms” and complete your Health History and the TB/Tuberculosis Risk Questionnaire.

a. Depending on the results of the TB Risk Questionnaire, some students will be directed to complete TB testing and have the TB Medical Provider Form completed by your medical provider. You can access this form by clicking on the “Upload” button. A comparable form generated by your medical provider is also acceptable. Those results and form need to be uploaded to the Health Portal.

3. Click on “Immunizations” and manually enter vaccine dates OR lab titer results OR evidence of having had the illness. You must also upload documentation to support the information you entered manually.

Please note: The Bentley immunization record form allows for your provider to document vaccines by date, lab testing or evidence of disease.

4. Click on “Upload” to import the following documents (emailed, faxed or mailed are not accepted):

a. Signed and dated immunization record. This can be the Bentley University Immunization Record, OR the official form from your health care provider or school.

b. TB/Tuberculosis Medical Provider form or forms generated by your provider that fulfill the requirements outlined in the portal, if required after completing the TB Risk Questionnaire.

c. Physical examination form (recommended; not required).

d. Consent to Treat form if under 18 years.

Once you have manually entered and uploaded your documents through the Student Health Portal, they will be verified. Please check your Bentley email for messages from complianceservices@medicat.com; you will be contacted by them only if your Health requirements are incomplete.

VACCINE REQUIREMENTS

Hepatitis B

Three doses required of Engerix-B or Recombivax-HB, or two doses of Heplisav-B (18+ only), or documentation of a positive hepatitis B antibody titer (anti-HBs).

Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) Two doses of the combined vaccine, given at least one month apart, first dose must be received on or after your first birthday. A blood test (titer) to determine immunity is acceptable. If not immune to all three parts of the vaccine, you will need to complete the combined vaccination series. History of measles, mumps and rubella is not acceptable.

Meningococcal/meningitis (Menactra, Menveo)

All newly enrolled full-time students 21 years of age and under will be required to submit one of the following:

• Documentation of a dose of MenACWY vaccine received on or after your 16th birthday and within the last five years OR

• A signed meningococcal vaccine waiver OR

• A medical or religious exemption for meningococcal vaccine

Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis (Tdap) At or after age 7, but ideally age 11 and older. Td (tetanus) booster or repeat Tdap required if Tdap was more than 10 years ago.

Tuberculosis

Complete Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Questionnaire on the portal. A “Yes” answer to any question will direct you to the TB Medical Provider form on the portal. This needs to be completed by your health provider and submitted to Bentley through the portal. Also acceptable are forms generated by your provider that meet the requirements as outlined in the form provided by Bentley.

Varicella (chickenpox)

Two doses given at least one month apart, first dose must be received on or after your first birthday. A blood test (titer) to determine immunity is acceptable or documentation of a reliable history of varicella disease verified by a health care provider.

In addition to those listed above, we also recommend the following vaccines: Covid-19, Seasonal Influenza, HPV Vaccine Series, Meningococcal B vaccine series, Hepatitis A.

Flu vaccine is subject to change and may be required.

HEALTH INSURANCE

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has a Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) law that requires all undergraduate students taking nine or more credit hours to carry accident and sickness insurance through a qualifying health insurance provider. This coverage may be either a personal private insurance plan, provided it meets the state’s requirements, or the student health insurance plan offered by Bentley University. The requirements are outlined at: betterhealthconnector.com/wp-content/uploads/ship/ Regulations/956CMR8_Student_Health_Regs

Some insurance plans, particularly HMOs (Health Maintenance Organizations), do NOT provide coverage out of state; some plans have stringent rules and restrictions on referrals; and some plans have sizeable deductibles that must be paid before coverage starts. Please review the benefits of your current health insurance plan to make sure you will have adequate coverage while you are enrolled at Bentley University. You may want to compare your current plan benefits and costs to the student plan offered through Bentley. The details of the Bentleysponsored plan can be found at: universityhealthplans.com. Click on “Bentley University” and then click on “Benefit Information” in the toolbar.

Our provider is Blue Cross Blue Shield. The negotiated rate is $2,481.00 and coverage runs from August 1, 2023, until 12:01 a.m. on July 31, 2024. The plan provides unlimited coverage. In order to comply with state law, you need to either waive the school-sponsored plan by providing information about your own or your family’s plan, or enroll and purchase the school-sponsored plan. Both processes are done online and students are required to do this each new school year. The deadline to waive or enroll is August 7, 2023.

To waive or enroll in the student health insurance plan, visit: universityhealthplans.com, select “Bentley University” and click on the “Waive” or “Enroll” link on the toolbar. You will receive confirmation stating whether the enrollment or waiver was successfully completed. All students are automatically pre-billed for the plan on their student account. If you do not successfully complete the online waiver by August 7, 2023, you will be responsible for paying for the school-sponsored insurance plan.

Please note: All international students and other non-U.S. residents are required to purchase the student health insurance plan offered by Bentley University and will automatically be enrolled. You do not need to take any action. If you have embassy-sponsored insurance, you may be eligible to waive the plan. Please contact Student Accounts at +1 781-891-2162 to discuss this option. If you are covered by a Massachusettsbased employer-sponsored insurance plan, please contact University Health Plans at 833-251-1738 to see if you qualify for an exception to this requirement.

REQUIRED SELF-GUIDED LEARNING COURSES

Our Core Values of caring, collaboration, diversity, honesty, impact, learning and respect all contribute to the campus experience and our culture inside and outside of the classroom. The transition to college presents many new experiences for students specific to health and belonging. To best prepare you for navigating this exciting transition, we require all new students to complete online courses that focus on creating a healthy campus culture. This includes content around responsible use of alcohol and other substances, interpersonal relationships, equity and inclusion, help seeking and supporting mental health. These self-guided learning courses address critical life skills and issues that will affect your college years and beyond. Every new student must complete these courses. Please allow 3-4 hours in total to do so.

n Students will be emailed access instructions. There are two vendors who manage these courses.

n Each of these required courses must be completed before Orientation.

n Failure to complete these courses on time will result in a referral to Student Conduct.

If you are a transfer student who has completed an online substance use prevention course at your previous institution, you can email thrive@bentley.edu prior to August 28, 2023 to inquire about a waiver. Scores from other programs may be accepted if certain conditions are met. We do not accept transfer scores for the other learning content.

BENTLEY CARE TEAM

We understand that our students may experience a variety of academic and personal challenges during their time at Bentley. The Care Team, a small group of staff members from Student Affairs and Academic Services, works collaboratively with partners across campus to follow up with students who may benefit from support to connect them with the resources or services they need. Family members, students and community members who are concerned about a student are encouraged to talk with the student whenever feasible and then make a referral to an appropriate resource if necessary. Any direct conversation with a student can be supplemented by a referral to the Care Team and/or any resource on campus. Family members have reached out to the Care Team when they believe direct outreach and support from the university would be beneficial.

For more information about our Care Team and details on how to submit a non-urgent concern, please visit our website at bentley.edu/bentley-cares

If you consider your concern to be that of an urgent nature, University Police is available 24 hours a day at 781-891-3131.

Student Account Billing and Payments

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Financial institutions (including colleges and universities) are required to be transparent with their policies, procedures and requirements. They also require proof that the consumer/student is aware of the policies and their responsibilities. Therefore, Bentley requires that all students incurring debt acknowledge their obligations and the financial policies of the university by agreeing to our terms and conditions. This requirement is completed through the Workday onboarding process. Students will receive a Workday notification when the onboarding process is available to complete.

TUITION

Students and third-party users can access semester billing statements via the Finances application in your Workday account. You can also enroll in the payment plan in Workday. If someone other than you (e.g., a parent) is expected to make student account payments (including payment plan installments), you must establish access for the parent and/or guest via Workday. Parents/guests are able to log in to view bills and make online payments through an account that you create for them. Fall tuition bills will be available to be viewed during mid July. Spring tuition bills will be issued the beginning of December.

GRADGUARD™ TUITION INSURANCE

What happens when your student’s education is disrupted by an unexpected injury or illness? Depending on the timing of the withdrawal, you may not be eligible to receive a refund of all of your tuition and fees.

The Tuition Insurance Plan helps students and their families overcome the financial losses that may result from events which force a student to withdraw from the semester due to a covered medical reason. Helping families get the most out of your Bentley University experience is always our top priority. That’s why we’ve partnered with GradGuard™ to make the Tuition Insurance Plan available to our families.

This coverage strengthens and broadens the scope of our existing refund policy by ensuring reimbursement for tuition, housing and other payments if a student withdraws for any covered medical reason at any time during the semester.

Please remember the deadline to enroll is the day before classes begin each semester. Learn more at gradguard.com/tuition or call 877-794-6603.

TUITION BILL PAYMENT OPTIONS

n Online electronic check via Automated Clearing House (ACH), whereby funds are electronically withdrawn

n Wire transfer (Flywire) or mail personal check following instructions provided on Student Accounts website: bentley.edu/offices/student-accounts

n Installment Payment Plan (see Bentley University Payment Plan)

n Credit card via HigherOne/CashNet SmartPay, which is an external processor charging a 2.75% convenience fee for domestic bank credit cards and a 3.95% fee for international bank credit cards

PAY WITH CRYPTOCURRENCY

International and domestic students and their families can also pay their tuition bill using Bitcoin, Ethereum or USDC.

Follow the instructions on the Student Accounts website: bentley.edu/offices/student-accounts

BENTLEY UNIVERSITY PAYMENT PLAN

The university provides the option of an installment payment plan for each semester, with a $35 enrollment fee for each term. The fall plan runs between August and November and the spring plan runs between December and March. The number of installments is based on when the student enrolls in the payment plan. The due date is the 15th of the month.

TUITION DUE DATES

Fall semester balances are due by August 7, 2023.

Summer 1 UG due date is May 31, 2023.

Summer 2 UG due date is July 12, 2023.

Requirements and Credits

MATH REQUIREMENT

All Bentley University undergraduates are required to earn credit for at least one Mathematical Sciences course as part of their degree requirements.

Students with strong math skills would benefit from earning credit for two math courses, both MA131 Calculus I and MA139 Calculus II. These courses are required for Mathematical Sciences and Actuarial Science majors as well as for some math-oriented minors. Majoring in Data Analytics or Quantitative Economics requires credit for MA131 Calculus I. Please see the course descriptions for specific content on the Mathematical Sciences website (bentley.edu/academics/departments/mathematical-sciences).

The math requirement may be satisfied by completing mathematics courses at Bentley University or earning Advanced Standing Credit (see pages 15 and 16 of this guide or bentley.edu/undergraduate/advancedstanding-credit for more information).

Please complete the Math Selection Survey on the New Student Checklist to select the best math course for you, considering your math background and plans for majors, minors and future career. Log into BentleyConnect to access the survey.

FIRST-YEAR MATH COURSES

MA131 / MA131L Calculus I: Register in your first semester (good for strong math students); required for Data Analytics, Actuarial Science, Mathematical Sciences and Quantitative Economics majors and for Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Applied Statistics minors.

MA 139/MA 139L Calculus II: Required for Actuarial Science and Mathematical Sciences majors and for Actuarial Science, Mathematics and Applied Statistics minors. Register in your first semester if you have MA131 Calculus I credit.

MA105 / MA105L Math Foundation for Business or MA107 / MA107L Applied Calculus for Business: register fall or spring.

Contact Zsuzsanna Maar, Mathematical Sciences Placement Coordinator at +1 781-891-2084 or zmaar@bentley.edu with questions.

CRITICAL READING AND WRITING REQUIREMENT

Bentley requires you to complete two courses designed to improve your communication skills: Critical Reading and Writing, which you will take in your first semester, and Multimodal Communication, which you will take in your second semester. There are several versions of each course, which all cover the same kinds of materials, have the same objectives, and fulfill the requirements.

Critical Reading and Writing Placement Essay

All incoming first-year students must complete the Critical Reading and Writing placement essay to determine which version of the class would be the best fit for them. The essays are evaluated by a committee of writing faculty according to carefully developed criteria that reliably predict how much writing instruction students need to develop the critical reading and writing skills required at Bentley. Surprising as it may be, we have found that college writing ability does not correlate with high school grades, SAT scores, or honors/AP/IB courses.

The essay you are being asked to write is similar to those you will be asked to complete in the first few weeks of your Critical Reading and Writing course— you are being asked to read an argumentative essay, then summarize, evaluate, and analyze part of that essay’s argument. We have found that this similarity to a real assignment—including the timeframe in which you are being asked to complete it—provides a good indication of which version of the class will best serve you as you continue to develop your reading and writing skills.

Placement Essay Instructions

The Critical Reading and Writing placement essay must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. You should begin the placement essay process as soon as possible to allow yourself enough time to complete the assignment fully before the June 7 deadline. You may take all the time you need until the deadline to write and revise.

To complete the essay, follow the instructions below. This information can also be found on BentleyConnect

1. Read “It’s hard to be a moral person. Technology is making it harder.” by Sigal Samuel at vox.com/thehighlight/22585287/technology-smartphones-gmailattention-morality

2. Please consider Sigal Samuel’s essay, “It’s hard to be a moral person. Technology is making it harder.” Then, in approximately 500 words, respond to the following prompt:

n In her essay, Sigal Samuel argues that technology is distracting us thereby making us less ethical. Considering her evidence and reasoning, explain why Samuel believes distraction is an ethical problem. Then, defend a solution presented by Samuel that you believe has merit.

Think of your audience as readers unfamiliar with the article. Write this essay on your own computer and be sure to save the document.

3. Submit your essay at bit.ly/CRWplacementessay

Please note that you will need your Bentley email and student ID to complete this essay.

If you have any questions, contact Greg Farber, Critical Reading and Writing Course Coordinator, at +1 781-891-2978 or gfarber@bentley.edu.

ADVANCED STANDING CREDIT

Certain course work and exams may be eligible for credit for new students. If you are applying for advanced standing credit, all materials should be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admission.

The deadline for submitting ALL Advanced Standing Credit is the first day of classes in the student’s first semester.

Advanced Placement (AP) Exams

If you enrolled in an AP class in high school and took the official AP exam, we may award college credit for AP scores of 4 or 5 in most subjects other than AP Seminar and AP Research.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Exams

Credit may be awarded for most International Baccalaureate (IB) higher-level subjects with a score of 5 or better on the official exam, with the exception of any English, Business or Management courses. Please order official test results directly from the International Baccalaureate Organization and request delivery to Bentley’s Office of Undergraduate Admission.

The Seal of Biliteracy

If you have been awarded The Seal of Biliteracy either with or without distinction in any foreign language, you may be awarded credit at Bentley. The Seal of Biliteracy must come directly from your school counselor/office or be clearly noted on your final high school transcript.

College Credit

All courses taken at other institutions will be evaluated to determine if they are eligible for Bentley credit. To qualify for consideration, a course must meet the following guidelines:

n Did not count toward high school graduation requirements

n Completed at a regionally accredited U.S. institution or non-U.S. institution recognized by the Ministry of Education

n Equivalent to 3 or more semester credit hours

n Final grade of a C or higher

n Academic in nature (courses that are remedial, pre-collegiate, internships, recreational, etc., will not be eligible for credit)

Courses taken at a high school or location other than a college campus will not be considered for advanced standing credit.

Please contact the Registrar’s Office at each university to request an official transcript for delivery to Bentley’s Office of Undergraduate Admission.

Additional Examinations

If you are completing other curricula, you may be eligible to receive Advanced Standing Credit depending on your official examination results, course syllabi and subjects taken. Advanced Standing Credit may be awarded for qualifying scores in GCE Advanced-level examinations, German Abitur exams, French Baccalaureate exams, and others.

Please note: Credit will not be given for CLEP/ Excelsior (Credit by Exam or Prior Learning) exams. Please visit bentley.edu/undergraduate/advancedstanding-credit for details.

A maximum of 30 credits from all sources of Advanced Standing Credit may be awarded to first-year students. Please submit all credentials to be considered for Advanced Standing Credit as soon as they become available to ensure you are placed in the correct course schedule for the fall. The deadline for submitting ALL Advanced Standing Credit is the first day of classes in the student’s first semester.

TRANSFER CREDIT

An initial transfer credit evaluation is provided to transfer students in the days following their acceptance.

To qualify for credit consideration, a college course must meet the following guidelines:

n Final grade of C or higher (at or above a 2.0 equivalent on a 4.0 scale)

n Equivalent to three or more semester credit hours

n Academic in nature (courses that are remedial, pre-collegiate, internships, recreational, etc., will not be eligible for credit)

n Completed at a regionally accredited U.S. institution or non-U.S. institution recognized by the Ministry of Education

If you have not already done so, please contact the Registrar’s Office at each university attended (or its equivalent if a foreign institution) to request an official transcript for delivery to Bentley’s Office of Undergraduate Admission.

Please note: Credit will not be given for CLEP/ Excelsior (Credit by Exam or Prior Learning Exams). When reviewing your initial credit evaluation, please be sure to refer to the applicable explanations included therein.

Courses in progress will be eligible for credit upon receipt of an official transcript documenting completion of the course with a final grade of C or higher. Please submit your final official transcript as soon as it is available so that we may finalize the applicable credit.

A maximum of 60 credits from all sources of transfer credit may be awarded. Only two courses may transfer into the academic major area of study and only one course may transfer into the academic minor. Deadline for ALL credentials to be submitted is July 15, 2023.

Computing on Campus

Computers are a vital part of life at Bentley and you are required to bring a personal laptop to campus. You will use your laptop to communicate, access online resources, register for classes, complete and submit class assignments and countless other academic tasks. Please visit this website to view the required minimum computer specifications (https:// www.bentley.edu/offices/it/bentley-s-computerconfiguration-for-students) to ensure you can work in Bentley’s computing environment.

Please be aware that you do not need to purchase Microsoft Office 365 as it is made available to you at no additional cost, while you are a registered student at Bentley.

Bentley strongly recommends that you purchase a Windows computer as it provides the best experience across the curriculum.

While not recommended, if you choose to use a Mac laptop, certain courses require Windows-only applications. These courses include Accounting (AC), Computer Information Systems (CS), Information Process Management (IPM) and Finance (FI) courses. For macOS users, Bentley cannot guarantee compatibility with Windows-only applications for certain courses. Students with Macs will need to purchase and install additional software to use Windows-only applications in order to complete course requirements. Also, you may incur additional costs to acquire virtualization software for your Mac. Installing virtualization software is both time consuming and requires advanced technical knowledge to use on your Mac laptop.

Purchasing a New Computer

Bentley offers educational pricing on Windows computers. Each year Bentley reviews brands, models, and configurations based on product quality, reliability, value and the ability to meet the needs of the Bentley curriculum. Last year, Bentley offered Lenovo laptops, which can be purchased from a secure procurement portal provided by Micros Northeast for Windows-based products.

Please note that tablets, iPads and Chromebooks do not provide adequate functionality in order to complete your necessary academic work at Bentley and are not supported.

While students are not required to purchase Bentley’s recommended laptop computers via the Micros Northeast portal, there are advantages to doing so, including access to vetted business-class computers, educational discounts, four-year warranty and accidental damage coverage, on-campus repair services, and priority access to a loaner should your computer need repair.

For information on computer configurations, available software, links to purchase Windows laptops, and more, visit bentley.edu/it.

Housing

CAMPUS HOUSING

Housing and Meal Plan Contract

If you were accepted as a residential student, a space in on-campus housing has been reserved for you. You will need to confirm your intent to utilize this assignment by completing the 2023-2024 Housing and Meal Plan Contract. The contract will be available beginning May 24, 2023, and students will receive an email to log into the Housing Portal. Once logged in, select “Forms and Applications” at the top of the page. Please read all of the information in the housing contract, then complete the application. The housing application will ask questions regarding your living preferences.

The housing and meal plan contract, along with the housing application, must be completed by June 21, 2023. Housing assignments will be emailed to all residents in late July 2023, pending the completion of Bentley Beginnings.

MOVE-IN DAY

We are excited to welcome you to campus for move-in on Thursday, August 31, 2023*. To make your move-in experience run smoothly, students are assigned specific times for move-in based on which building they live in. Specific move-in times and information will be sent out during the summer.

The university will have professional movers assigned to the residence hall buildings to assist with move-in. University staff will be present on campus directing you to your designated building to obtain your room combination and Bentley University Identification Card. When you receive your room assignment via email in late July 2023, we will include more specific directions on the move-in process.

*Please note, if you are participating in a pre-orientation program or the International Student Welcome and Orientation your move-in day will be earlier.

BILLING

Students can access fall semester billing statements in Workday on or around mid July. The statement can be viewed on the screen or a PDF version can be printed. The statement will include a housing and meal plan charge. All students will be pre-billed for a double room and the Block 304 meal plan. Once actual assignments are made, your student account will be adjusted to reflect the appropriate charges.

Please note that each room type has a different cost; students and their families should review the room rates published on our website when submitting room type preferences in their Housing Application.

HOUSING AND MEAL PLAN ACCOMMODATION PROCESS

Bentley residents with a medical diagnosis and/or specific need because of their religious/faith practice can petition the Residential Center to obtain a relevant accommodation in housing for the 2023-2024 academic year. The petition process for an accommodation is a pre-selection process, with all approved applicants securing an appropriate assignment before the 20232024 New Student Housing Assignment Process begins. All petitions must include supporting documentation from a specialist and/or faith leader. Please visit our website to learn more about the Housing and Meal Plan Accommodation Process. For new students, the petition is due by 4:00 p.m. ET on June 21, 2023.

Questions?

CONTACT Jeff Funk

Assistant Director, Housing Operations

PHONE +1 781-891-2148

EMAIL housing@bentley.edu

CONTACT Justin Woodard Director, Residential Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2148

EMAIL housing@bentley.edu

DEFINED COMMUNITIES

One of the fundamental charges of the Bentley University Residential Center is to ensure that learning remains a pivotal part of the residential experience. Each residence hall on campus plays an important role in promoting students’ social, emotional and intellectual development. We strive to foster atmospheres within our residence halls that help students expand upon their academic experiences in the classroom.

The Defined Communities at Bentley provide opportunities for students with similar interests to live and engage together in a dedicated area of a residence hall. Guided and advised by strong teams of faculty, staff and student leaders, the Defined Communities allow students the opportunity to take ownership of their living and learning to enhance their overall experience oncampus.

Benefits include:

n Dedicated space for programming and engagement opportunities

n Early housing selection opportunities

n Off-campus programming initiatives

n Dedicated staff and faculty interactions

Defined Communities available for Fall 2023:

n Blueprint — Slade Hall

n Honors Community — Slade Hall

n Thrive: The Wellness Community — Slade Hall

n The First-Generation Community — Miller Hall

n The Arts Community — Miller Hall

n Herstory: Woman Leaders of Today Community –Miller Hall

Defined Community applications will be available starting May 24, 2023. All applications are due June 21, 2023. All students selected to live within one of our Defined Communities will move in either one or two days early, with the exact date to be announced.

Questions?

CONTACT Sabrina Cruz

Associate Director, Residential Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2148

EMAIL housing@bentley.edu

CONTACT Justin Woodard

Director, Residential Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2148

THE DEFINED COMMUNITIES AT BENTLEY PROVIDE AN ENHANCED ENVIRONMENT FOR LEARNING.

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Honors

First-Year Experience

Herstory

Women Leaders of Today

Thrive Community

FirstGen Community

Blueprint Community

Arts Community

Additional Resources

FIRST-GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS

Bentley would not be Bentley without our First-Generation college students. In fact, our founder was a firstgeneration college student! You are considered this type of student if your parent(s) or guardian(s) did not complete a four-year degree in the United States or completed a four-year degree in another country.

As a first-generation college student you are supported by both Academic and Student Affairs. Our Associate Provost for Student Success, Jane DeLeon Griffin, can assist you with your classes and studies while the new Student Success and First-Generation Support Coordinator in Student Affairs, Vanessa Velasquez, will help you adjust to campus life and guide you through your college journey. We celebrate your accomplishments inside and outside of the classroom on National First-Generation Student Day on November 8 and have many events and activities planned to support and applaud your efforts and achievements.

For more information, please contact Jane DeLeon Griffin at jgriffin@bentley.edu or Vanessa Velasquez at vvelasquez@bentley.edu.

GENDER AND SEXUALITY STUDENT PROGRAMS OFFICE

The Office of Gender and Sexuality Student Programs (GSSP) seeks to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for all students to engage with topics of gender and sexuality. We aim to create a more inclusive, informed and compassionate community through educational programs, dialogues and campus-wide workshops. We welcome all members of campus and strive to develop inclusive student leaders who celebrate gender, sexuality and their intersection with other dimensions of identity. Come visit us in the Gender and Sexuality Student Lounge (GSSL) in Student Center 310A!

Signature Programs

Women’s Leadership Program (WLP)

A four-year co-curricular program that empowers women with the essential skills, real-world experiences, and confidence needed to advance into leadership roles.

Men as Allies Summit

Held annually, this summit consists of experienced leaders from various industries after sharing their stories of allyship in the workplace. Students are encouraged to attend, network, and learn what it means to be an inclusive business leader.

Rainbow Scholars Program

In partnership with the Center for Women and Business, the GSSP Office launched the Rainbow Scholars Program in September 2022. This one-year long intersectional leadership development program provides LGBTQ+ and allied undergraduate students with the opportunity to grow in both their personal and professional development through learning, engagement, and networking. Students will develop skills of leadership, advocacy, and identity awareness.

Student Organizations

People Respecting Individuality and Diversity through Education (PRIDE)

A student organization that provides support, education and social activities for the LGBTQ+ and allied community, offering events such as Drag Bingo and Pride Prom. PRIDE also partners with the GSSP Office to hold the monthly Open Forums series and LGBTQ+ Mentoring program.

Students Advocating Gender Equality (SAGE)

A student organization that promotes the personal development and empowerment of women through open dialogue and events, such as Vagina Monologues and Pizza Rolls, not Gender Roles.

Bentley Women’s Network (BWN)

A student organization that establishes a network of empowering Bentley’s future businesswomen through personal and professional development events such as self-care nights, resumé workshops, and the Spring Conference.

DISABILITY SERVICES

Bentley is committed to offering an accessible, equitable and inclusive learning environment for all students with disabilities. Disability Services provides accommodations and services that promote individual growth and self-advocacy. Through collaboration and innovative programming, the staff strives to inform and educate all members of the Bentley community and promote diversity that respects and appreciates disabilities.

We work closely with undergraduate and graduate students with various types of:

n Learning disabilities

n Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

n Mobility, visual and hearing impairments

n Medical conditions

n Psychiatric/psychological disabilities

The major components of these services include:

n Academic accommodations

n Assistance with accessibility issues

n Community education

n Individual coaching and support Services are tailored to each student’s individual needs, and we invite you to take advantage of these services. In turn, we will listen, guide and educate you on the full range of the accommodations and services available. We will also help evaluate your strengths and weaknesses, thereby enabling you to make wise choices on an independent basis.

To register with Disability Services, please email your documentation to Stephanie Segalini (ssegalini@ bentley.edu) and Steph Bohler (sbohler@bentley.edu). Documentation must be current (usually no more than three to four years old) and must be submitted by a licensed or certified diagnostician or medical professional. This documentation must contain a comprehensive assessment and should include recommendations for accommodations and treatment. For further information regarding documentation for specific disabilities as well as general information, visit bentley.edu/offices/disability-services.

MULTICULTURAL CENTER

The Multicultural Center (MCC) promotes cultural awareness, knowledge and inquiry for students to gain the skills to learn more about their personal identity and appreciate the uniqueness of others. The MCC staff, with the help of MCC student interns, works to develop innovative programs that promote inclusion, diversity and belonging in all aspects of the student experience.

We support a variety of students and programs on campus. We seek to serve our students of color, our first-generation college students and all of their allies by creating and maintaining a safe space for dialogue and providing resources for students to succeed. The MCC also looks to empower students to engage in meaningful, diverse interactions in places like their residence halls, their classrooms, at home and more by equipping them with the tools to engage in those conversations. By collaborating with faculty, staff and other key partners on programs and events, the MCC has become the hub for rich conversation, meaningful connections, and is a bounty of resources for all students. Dubbed students’ “home away from home,” we invite you to visit the MCC on the third floor of the Student Center and see how you can get involved.

SPIRITUAL LIFE

While attending Bentley, you will have the chance to explore a host of new places and experiences. You will learn with people from all over the world and have the opportunity to explore practices and traditions that are new to you.

As a secular university, Bentley honors the fact that no one particular religious tradition takes precedence here, and that exposure to a variety of traditions and practices is of utmost importance. In a growing global society, we are committed to education that promotes religious literacy and multi-faith cultural competencies. We find this works best relationally, so you’ll have many opportunities to enjoy halal and kosher food, to experience another religious custom, and to work together as a diverse student body all united in a common service project. Numerous engagement programs are guided by our Student Interfaith Council and team of chaplains.

Many students have a clear connection with a particular religious tradition, and enjoy a strong faith community for worship, spiritual formation and good fun. Each week we offer religious services in the Sacred Space (located in the Student Center) and we also assist any student in finding alternative off-campus services. Our worship services are led by chaplains and advisers and currently include:

n Catholic Mass, Sundays at 7:00 p.m.

n Mindfulness Sitting Meditation, Wednesdays at 2:15 p.m.

n Muslim Jum’ah prayer, Fridays at 1:00 p.m.

n Jewish Shabbat services, Fridays at 5:30 p.m. and numerous holiday celebrations

You will find student organizations, led by students and advised by members of the Spiritual Life staff, offering students a home for faith-based interests:

n Art and Soul

n Bentley Catholic Association

n Muslim Student Association

n Cru Bentley, Evangelical Christian Group

n Hillel, a pluralistic Jewish group

n Chabad: International Jewish Study Center of Boston

n Interfaith Council

Other students may not affiliate with any particular tradition, but rather have an interest in spiritual development and cultivating a deeper meaning of life. Spiritual questions such as “What is my purpose?”

“Where am I my best self?” and “Who do I want to be?” are critical to explore during college. The Spiritual Life team is comprised of ordained ministers, rabbis, priests and qualified advisers who are committed to helping all students explore this aspect of their development.

Many of our spiritual-not-religious students enjoy:

n Art and Soul

n Reading Day Retreats

n Better Together Interfaith engagement

n Mindfulness Practices

n Interfaith Day of Service to package 15,000 meals

If you have questions about any of our student groups, services, religious accommodations, or just want to connect, please reach out to us at GA_Spiritual_Life@bentley.edu, and folow us on instagram @bentley_spiritual

WORLDVIEW PROGRAM

The WorldView program recognizes and values varying perspectives, encourages cross-cultural dialogue and promotes global citizenship. Acting as cultural agents, WorldView Ambassadors share their firsthand experiences with others to enrich classroom lessons and build a global community.

International students apply for the program, complete training with members of CISS staff, and meet with them to prepare before each presentation. They then have the option to choose which presentations they want to participate in and have opportunities to present in classrooms and staff meetings all across campus to share their perspectives as international students. For example, WorldView Ambassadors from three different countries presented to a Sports Marketing class about marketing strategies for popular sports in their countries of origin. Discussion panels of WorldView Ambassadors have also answered questions on topics ranging from navigating diverse workplaces, to nonverbal communication styles, to explaining the factors that influence health and disease in their home countries.

To learn more about Bentley’s WorldView Program please visit bentley.edu/university-life/diversity-equityinclusion/worldview

BENTLEY PLUS

BentleyPlus is a program that helps you get the most out of your Bentley experience. While you will learn a lot inside the classroom, there are many opportunities to learn and grow outside of the classroom as well. Through BentleyPlus, you will meet with a staff adviser and identify some skill set areas (or as we like to call them, competencies) that you would like to further develop. Then we’ll connect you with different involvement opportunities that you can take advantage of to grow in the areas that you find most interesting and/or important. We’ll also work with you to use the skills that you are developing through your experiences outside of the classroom to best market yourself for future job or internship opportunities.

Learn more and sign up to earn your BentleyPlus certificate for the 2023-2024 academic here at bentley.edu/bentleyplus!

STUDENT PARKING

Please visit the University’s Parking & Driving website (bentley.edu/offices/shuttle-parking-safety/rules-and-regulations) for all parking Rules and Regulations, a detailed map with parking lot designations, and the parking fee schedule.

First Year Resident Students

First Year Resident students are not permitted to have vehicles on campus. Some exceptions can be made; however, they are granted on an extremely limited basis for hardship or medical purposes, supported by documentation. All requests for exemption to this rule must be made in writing using the First Year Parking Request Form (bentley.edu/offices/shuttle-parkingsafety/first-year-parking-request). Those students granted parking privileges must comply with strict guidelines, which will be outlined at the time a parking permit is issued. Violation of the First Year Resident parking rules and regulations will result in your vehicle being ticketed and/or towed. Additionally, repeated violation of these guidelines may result in a referral to the student conduct board and the revocation of parking privileges.

The deadlines to apply for an exemption to the First Year Resident Parking Rule are as follows:

Fall Semester: August 7, 2023

Spring Semester: January 8, 2024

Transfer Students and Commuter Students

If you park on campus, your car must be registered and permitted through the Card Office, which is located within the University Police Station. Parking fees are non-refundable, and are billed through your WorkDay Account each semester. The University’s parking rules and regulations are fully enforced. To avoid citation, be sure to park in a legal parking space within your designated parking lot. All lots have color-coded signs, posted at entrances, which indicate who is authorized to park there. Citations are issued to unpermitted cars, cars parked illegally or in a reserved spot, and cars parked outside of their designated lot.

If you need further clarification after reviewing the Parking & Driving website (bentley.edu/offices/shuttleparking-safety/parking-and-driving), please email the Card Office at GA_Card_Office@Bentley.edu or GA_Parking@Bentley.edu.

BENTLEY SHUTTLE

The Bentley Shuttle is a great resource that can be used to explore the local area or just get around campus. The B-Line Shuttle stops at North Campus, Falcone Apartments, Collins Hall and Fenway Hall. The Harvard Square route includes all B-Line stops as well as Waverley Square in Belmont and Harvard Square in Cambridge for easy access to MBTA buses, subway and commuter rail lines. Waverley Square has many shops including a grocery store for your convenience. Harvard Square provides access to all that Boston has to offer. A mobile app provides live tracking, bus capacity, arrival times and important schedule updates for holiday breaks, special events and weather disruptions. For more information on how to take advantage of the shuttle system and download our current mobile app, visit bentley.edu/offices/shuttle-parking-safety/shuttle-routes-and-schedules.

Contacts

Orientation and Welcome

ORIENTATION

PHONE +1 781-891-2271

EMAIL ga_orientation@bentley.edu

FIRST-YEAR AND TRANSFER STUDENT REGISTRATION

CONTACT Office of Academic Services

PHONE +1 781-891-2803

EMAIL ga_academic_services@bentley.edu

CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS (CISS)

PHONE +1 781-891-2829

EMAIL ga_ciss@bentley.edu

BENTLEYCONNECT

CONTACT Undergraduate Admission

PHONE +1 781-891-2244

EMAIL ugadmission@bentley.edu

HONORS PROGRAM

CONTACT Christian Rubio Director of Honors Program

PHONE +1 781-891-2694

EMAIL crubio@bentley.edu

Health and Wellness

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS/GENERAL INFORMATION

CONTACT Health Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2222

FAX +1 781-891-3443

EMAIL ga_healthcenter@bentley.edu

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

CONTACT Counseling Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2274

REQUIRED ONLINE LEARNING COURSES

CONTACT Jessica Greher Traue Director, Community Wellbeing and Health Promotion

PHONE +1 781-891-2600

EMAIL thrive@bentley.edu

HEALTH COVERAGE OR BENEFITS

CONTACT University Health Plans

PHONE +1 800-437-6448

FAX +1 617-472-6419

EMAIL info@universityhealthplans.com

Student Account Billing and Payments

BILLING OR ENROLLMENT

CONTACT Office of Student Accounts

PHONE +1 781-891-2162

FAX +1 781-891-3159

EMAIL ga_student_accounts@bentley.edu

Requirements and Credits

CRITICAL READING AND WRITING PLACEMENT ESSAY

CONTACT Greg Farber

Director of Writing and Communication

Professor of English and Media Studies

PHONE +1 781-891-2978

EMAIL gfarber@bentley.edu

WEB LINKS AND TECHNICAL ISSUES

CONTACT Gaurav Shah

Academic Research Technologist Academic Technology

PHONE +1 781-891-2547

EMAIL gshah@bentley.edu

MATH COURSE SELECTION

CONTACT Zsuzsanna Maar

Mathematical Sciences Placement Coordinator

PHONE +1 781-891-2084

EMAIL zmaar@bentley.edu

ADVANCED STANDING/TRANSFER CREDIT

CONTACT Kyle Wilson

Associate Director of Admission

Office of Undergraduate Admission

PHONE +1 781-891-2244

EMAIL ugadmission@bentey.edu

Computing on Campus

CONTACT Bentley HelpDesk

PHONE +1 781-891-3122

EMAIL helpdesk@bentley.edu

Housing

CONTACT Justin Woodard Director

Residential Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2148

EMAIL housing@bentley.edu

CONTACT Jeff Funk

Assistant Director

Residential Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2148

EMAIL housing@bentley.edu

CONTACT Sabrina Cruz

Associate Director Residential Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2148

EMAIL housing@bentley.edu

Additional Resources

DISABILITY SERVICES

CONTACT Stephanie S. Segalini, CRC, LRC Director of Disability Services

PHONE +1 781-891-2004

EMAIL ssegalini@bentley.edu

MAIL Disability Services 175 Forest Street Waltham, MA 02452

CONTACT Steph Bohler

Associate Director of Disability Services

PHONE +1 781-891-2004

EMAIL sbohler@bentley.edu

MULTICULTURAL CENTER AND MOSAIC PROGRAM

CONTACT Multicultural Center

PHONE +1 781-891-2132

EMAIL multicultural_center@bentley.edu

SPIRITUAL LIFE CONTACT Spiritual Life

PHONE +1 781-891-2418

EMAIL ga_spiritual_life@bentley.edu

STUDENT ID CARDS AND PARKING

CONTACT Katie LeBlanc Card Office Administrator

PHONE +1 781-891-2292

EMAIL ga_card_office@bentley.edu

GENDER AND SEXUALITY STUDENT PROGRAMS OFFICE

CONTACT Gender and Sexuality Student Programs Office

PHONE +1 781-891-2189

EMAIL gssp@bentley.edu