Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, Florida · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$12,030
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
30.5%
Admission rate
88%
Undergrad size
2,732
In-state tuition
$14,794
Out-of-state tuition
$14,794
Cost of attendance
$29,764
Median earnings (10y)
$38,518
Admissions
- SAT average
- 880
- ACT midpoint
- 17
- Retention
- 61.8%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (36%), social sciences (20%), trades & services (18%).
- STEM9%
- Health1%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts36%
- Social sciences20%
- Trades & services18%
- Liberal arts22.1%~603 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business15.9%~433 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology14.1%~386 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation10.0%~273 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication10.0%~273 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~217 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~122 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education3.1%~85 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences3.1%~85 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science2.1%~57 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~47 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering1.4%~38 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- English0.7%~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
26 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 105 | $25,987 | $31,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 104 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 96 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 81 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 76 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 71 | — | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 20 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Gerontology. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Bethune-Cookman University
Bethune-Cookman University is a mid-sized institution located in Daytona Beach, Florida, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,732 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Bethune-Cookman University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,030 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $14,794 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $29,764 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 30.5%, a average completion outcome. 61.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,518 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Bethune-Cookman University confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (36% of credentials), social sciences (20% of credentials), trades & services (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Bethune-Cookman University accepts 88% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 880. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 17.
Location & campus
Set in Daytona Beach, Florida (city), Bethune-Cookman University draws students from across Florida and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Bethune-Cookman University
Q.How much does Bethune-Cookman University cost?
The average net price at Bethune-Cookman University is $12,030 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $29,764.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Bethune-Cookman University?
Bethune-Cookman University has a 6-year graduation rate of 30.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Bethune-Cookman University?
Bethune-Cookman University admits 88% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Bethune-Cookman University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Bethune-Cookman University graduate earns $38,518 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Bethune-Cookman University?
Published tuition is $14,794 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Bethune-Cookman University located?
Bethune-Cookman University is located in Daytona Beach, Florida (ZIP 32114).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Bethune-Cookman University at their official website.