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Bethune-Cookman University
Formed by the merger of the Cookman Institute and Daytona Normal & Industrial Institute, Bethune-Cookman University is an Historically Black College and University in eastern Florida affiliated with the United Methodist Church. B-CU confers bachelor’s degrees in 36 academic majors featuring a faith-based curriculum. Every February, B-CU schedules a number of all-campus activities in honor of Black History Month including Heritage Trail Tours and a Homecoming Basketball Game. For students interested in places with historical meaning, three buildings on the B-CU campus are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- United Methodist
- HBCU
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | June 1 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 1 | |
| Other | May 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
24%
Submitting ACT
52%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 16
Average SAT Composite: 925
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,727
Total Number of Undergrads
2,628
Classroom Sizes
0
100
14%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
33%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $14,794 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $14,794 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,396 |
| Books and Supplies | $1450 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
58%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
76%
Average Aid Per Year
$13,780
76%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,938
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$6,083
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
83%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,506
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,188
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$312
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
75
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
68%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Wildcats
School Colors
maroon and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southwestern Athletic Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Daytona Beach
Miami
Atlanta
Orlando
Jacksonville
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
29%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$32,300
What Students Are Saying
bethune-cookman is an institution that is highly recommended for students that are wanting a second chance. if an individual has a low gpa, bethune-cookman university is a place that will still accept students, just so they have a chance at higher education. lastly, the faculty, staff, and teachers of bethune-cookman are very great, respectable, and helpful to those who need it the most.
Sharlatay from Miami, FL
Bethune-Cookman is the best expereince anyone ever get. There many different events and activies that is so involved with the school. And the best thing its a HBCU that could never be any better for any student to be in a such diverse school even though it's Historically Black.
ka'Ren from Overland Park, KS
Soon as you step on campus and see the buildings you'll fall in love. The grass is well taken care of, very green and healthy looking. Smiling faces and friend people just waiting to greet each other.
Darnell from Petersburg, VA
Bethune-Cookman University is the best HBCU that anyone could ever attend. The enviroment, campus liife, and student activties are amazing. I really am glad that i picked this school theres no other place like it.
Malik from Jacksonville, FL
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