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10 Interesting Facts about Bethune-Cookman University

  1. Bethune-Cookman University is a historically black, private university located in Daytona Beach, Florida, United States. It was founded in 1904 by Mary McLeod Bethune, an educator and civil rights leader, as the Daytona Educational and Industrial Training School for Negro Girls.
  2. The university offers over 40 undergraduate degree programs across several colleges and schools, including the College of Business and Entrepreneurship, the College of Health Sciences, and the College of Liberal Arts.
  3. Bethune-Cookman University has a diverse student body of over 3,000 students, with a mix of undergraduate and graduate learners. The university has a strong commitment to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for its students.
  4. The university is known for its strong programs in nursing, business, education, and criminal justice. It also has a strong marching band program, the Marching Wildcats, which has performed at several notable events, including the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
  5. Bethune-Cookman University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and several other specialized accrediting agencies.
  6. The university has a strong commitment to community service and has developed several partnerships with local organizations and charities to support community development and service initiatives.
  7. Bethune-Cookman University has a strong athletics program, which competes in NCAA Division I. The university’s sports teams are known as the Wildcats and have achieved notable success in football, basketball, and track and field.
  8. The university is home to several research centers and institutes, including the Center for Women’s Studies and Gender Research, the Center for Civic Engagement, and the Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development.
  9. Bethune-Cookman University has a strong commitment to preserving its history and heritage. The university has several buildings and landmarks that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including Mary McLeod Bethune’s home and gravesite.
  10. In recent years, Bethune-Cookman University has faced financial challenges and has undergone several leadership changes. However, the university remains committed to its mission of providing a quality education to its students and contributing to the community.

Admission

Acceptance Rate

98%

SAT Range840-980
ACT Range15-19
Application Fee$25
SAT/ACTConsidered but not required
High School GPARequired
Early Decision/Early Action

Tuition & Fee

Undergraduate

Direct CostsFall 2022Spring 2023Total
Tuition (12 – 18 hours)*$6,922.00$6,922.00$13,844.00
Room$3,688.00$3,688.00$7,376.00
Board (Gold Plus)$1,510.00$1,510.00$3,020.00
Fees$475.00$475.00$950.00
Total$12,595.00$12,595.00$25,190.00
Estimated Indirect Costs   
Books and Supplies$725.00$725.00$1,450.00
Personal Expenses$1,650.00$1,650.00$3,300.00
Transportation$550.00$550.00$1,100.00
Total$2,925.00$2,925.00$5,850.00
Cost of Attendance (COA) =Direct Costs + Estimated Indirect Costs$15,520.00$15,520.00$31,040.00

Undergraduate Off-Campus Commuter

Direct CostsFall 2022Spring 2023Total
Tuition (12 – 18 hours)*$6,922.00$6,922.00$13,844.00
Fees$475.00$475.00$950.00
Total$7,397.00$7,397.00$14,794.00
Estimated Indirect Costs  
Room and Board$750.00$750.00$1,500.00
Books and Supplies$725.00$725.00$1,450.00
Personal Expenses$750.00$750.00$1,500.00
Transportation$800.00$800.00$1,600.00
Total$3,025.00$3,025.00$6,050.00
Cost of Attendance (COA) =Direct Costs + Estimated Indirect Costs$10,422.00$10,422.00$20,844.00

Off-Campus Resident (Single or Married)

Direct CostsFall 2022Spring 2023Total
Tuition (12 – 18 hours)*$6,922.00$6,922.00$13,844.00
Fees$475.00$475.00$950.00
Total$7,397.00$7,397.00$14,794.00
Estimated Indirect Costs  
Room and Board$5,198.00$5,198.00$10,396.00
Books and Supplies$725.00$725.00$1,450.00
Personal Expenses$2,800.00$2,800.00$5,600.00
Transportation$800.00$800.00$1,600.00
Total$9,523.00$9,523.00$19,046.00
Cost of Attendance (COA) =Direct Costs + Estimated Indirect Costs$16,920.00$16,920.00$33,840.00

Direct CostsProfessional Studies and
Global Online Programs
Tuition per term*$6,922.00
Fees per term$300.00
Total per term$7,222.00

Undergraduate Program Tuition Cost per Credit Hour: $576.80

All Programs

Business

Accounting
Business
Finance
Hospitality and Tourism Management
International Business
Management Sciences and Information Systems
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies

Education

Business Teacher Education
Elementary Education
English and Speech Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching

Humanities

Adult Development, Gerontology, and Aging
Communications
English
History
International Relations
Liberal Arts and Humanities
Music History and Literature
Political Science and Government
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology

Science, Technology, and Math

Biology
Chemistry
Computer Hardware Engineering
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Information Science
Mathematics

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

2,614 Undergrads


Part-Time Undergrads

132

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