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Bethune-Cookman University

Bethune-Cookman University is a small, private institution located in Daytona Beach, fl. Founded in 1904, Bethune-Cookman University offers undergraduate degrees in 42 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 2,628 undergraduates
cost $14,794
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Admissions

Will I get into Bethune-Cookman University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 85.0%
SAT score average 903
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.25
Application fee N/A
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Bethune-Cookman University is known for one of its top majors: Criminal Justice and Corrections. Their student-faculty ratio is 15:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
15 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Law and Legal Studies
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Business and Management
Education and Teaching
Other

Popular majors

Criminal Justice and Corrections
Psychology, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Communication and Media Studies
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $14,794
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,396
Books & supplies $1,450
Other expenses $3,300
Cost of attendance* $29,940
Financial aid package $17,958
Estimated cost $11,982 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $14,794
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,396
Books & supplies $1,450
Other expenses $3,300
Cost of attendance* $29,940
Financial aid package $17,958
Estimated cost $11,982 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Bethune-Cookman University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,628, with gender binary students split 37% male and 63% female.

Total enrollment

2,516

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
0%
African American %
51%
Hispanic American %
3%
Asian %
0%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
1%
Unknown %
45%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Bethune-Cookman University, students love their Pre-Alumni Council, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 640 Dr Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114-3099
phone 386-481-2000
address www.cookman.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Pre-alumni council

National association of blacks in criminal justice

Caribbean student association

National council of negro women

Alpha kappa alpha sorority, inc.

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Bethune-Cookman University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Bethune-Cookman University?

Bethune-Cookman University is located in Daytona Beach, fl.

What is the acceptance rate at Bethune-Cookman University? 

The acceptance rate for Bethune-Cookman University is 85%.

What’s the average GPA for Bethune-Cookman University?

The average high school GPA for Bethune-Cookman University students was 3.25.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Bethune-Cookman University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Bethune-Cookman University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $119,760.

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