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Overview
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.
Acceptance Rate:
85%
Average Net Price:
$16,995
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
16
Average SAT Composite
925
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
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 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
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
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
73%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4570
82%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,938
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$30,022,264
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$1,994,291
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
Students receiving federal loans
83%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$6,076
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,840
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
12818
Students Applied
82%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
112
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | June 1 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 1 | |
| Other | May 1 |
Application Fee
$25
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
24%
Submitting ACT
52%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 16
Average SAT Composite: 925
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.3
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,727
Total Number of Undergrads
2,628
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: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
42
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
39
Countries Represented
23
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
42%
Student Organizations
75
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
68%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
75%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Wildcats
School Colors
maroon and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southwestern Athletic Conference
Total Male Athletes
208
Total Female Athletes
101
Intramural Sports
13
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Bethune-Cookman University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$32,300
Top 5 Cities
Daytona Beach
Miami
Atlanta
Orlando
Jacksonville
Top 5 Employers
Bethune-Cookman University
Orange County Public Schools
Broward County Public Schools
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
US Army
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Operations
Community and Social Services
Sales
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
Loan Default Rate
12%
National: 8%
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
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingMy major is Elementary Education and thus far i have been enjoying every little minute of it. I have learn a lot about my major and i can not wait to return to Bethune Cookman to learn even more. Cookman has so many Majors that stand out but to me the Education Department is where to be!
Johnua from Jacksonville, FL
Bethune Cookman is a great institution. i have learned a lot in my previous year there. The university is filled with professors and advisor who want to see you succeed. There are many resources available for students if they need help with anything rather it academic or financial. The campus size isn't too big so finding the help isn't a huge issue, everything that you need seems like a few feet away.
Phillip from Jacksonville , FL
I feel like if I go to Bethune-cookman university I would learn so much and the major I want to attend is criminal justice...
Steve from Miami, FL
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
I am truly learning a lot a Bethune Cookman University. Although it only my first year I have truly enjoyed the history about the school itself. In addition the teachers are truly there for you, they want you to succeed, with that kind of support it is impossible to fail. For every course there are tutors for those who struggle with a subject. There truly is no reason to fail if the focus is there. I am a Nursing major and am ready to get started with the state of the art nursing program they have.
Gevette from Hialeah, FL
Bethune will have great professors to teach and explain clearly enough so I can understand what it is exactly they are trying to exp.lain
Lakieshia from Dade City, FL
I FEEL THAT IT'S A PERFECT ACADEMIC SETTING FOR ME AND IT'S SCHOOL OF BUSINESS SEEM TO TO BE THE STATE OF THE ART. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO MY MATRICULATION THERE.
REGINALD from Long Beach, CA
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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