Bethune-Cookman University

Bethune-Cookman University is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Daytona Beach, FL. It is a historically black school. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification
The B CU's 2024 tuition & fees is $14,794 for the academic year 2023-2024. 97% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $13,183.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 2,727 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
B CU ranked 180th in Liberal Arts Colleges and 24th in Florida Colleges rankings. Bethune-Cookman University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Bethune-Cookman University is $14,794. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,100.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,794 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,100.
Undergraduate$14,794
Graduate$14,100
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
Undergraduate$14,794
Graduate$14,100
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Bethune-Cookman University is 99.85% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 10.27%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 915.
The average graduation rate is 34%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 2,727 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
2024 B CU Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »99.85% Acceptance Rate / 10.27% Yield
Test Scores »915 SAT / 16 ACT
Graduation Rate »34%
Transfer-out Rate14%
Retention Rate51%(full-time), 25% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.67% (15 to 1)
Student Population »2,727 (2,628 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$13,183

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.
B CU Offered Programs
Graduate Programs
Online Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Bethune-Cookman University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at B CU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsNo
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Bethune-Cookman University Directory Information

Address640 Dr Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114-3099
Phone386-481-2000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryBaccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences
Highest Degree OfferedMaster's degree
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