You may not know much about Bentley University, but know this: the small school in Waltham, Massachusetts has been rising up the ranks of the nation's top business colleges.
The university's curriculum emphasizes technology. The school has its own trading room, complete with dual-screen monitors and Bloomberg terminals, to train more than 4,500 undergrads in trading, portfolio construction, corporate finance and risk management.
Bentley's career services office excels at placing students in practical internships that pay off — those internships are usually the largest source of full-time employment for graduating classes, according to the university. The business coursework and hands-on experience often result in higher-paying jobs for graduates, whose typical annual earnings surpass $100,000 after their first few years in the workforce.
In their off-hours, Bentley students can indulge in the nightlife and culture of nearby Boston, only a 30-minute drive away. One of the most popular events on campus each term is "Super Bingo.” Roughly 1,000 students show up to try to win prizes, which have recently included a flat screen TV and tickets to a New England Patriots game. Students also have the opportunity to see big-name artists, such as Diplo and Jack Harlow, perform during the annual Spring Day event.
