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Bethune-Cookman University
Bethune-Cookman University admits nearly everyone — 88.2% of applicants. A feature, not a flaw: the page below asks whether Bethune-Cookman University is worth attending, not whether you'll get in.
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Bethune-Cookman University sits in Daytona Beach proper — a private campus woven into the city rather than walled off from it. It is one of the nation's historically Black colleges and universities, a designation that shapes both its history and its present mission. The school maintains its United Methodist affiliation, which threads through campus life to a degree that varies by program.
Its highest-earning path is Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, where graduates median $76,641 four years out. Faculty pay averages $86,004 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 2,732 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 61.8% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 830 and 1000 — below the FL middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Bethune-Cookman University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Scores help here but aren't the gate. If your SAT sits inside the 830–1000 submitter range, sending it likely helps; below it, Bethune-Cookman University's own policy says you can leave it out.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 430 | 475 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 440 | 480 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 16 | 18 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Bethune-Cookman University received 6,844 applications and admitted 6,834 (99.9%), with 702 enrolling.
How Bethune-Cookman University compares
| Bethune-Cookman University | Florida median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 88.2% | 64.8% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $14,794 | $19,975 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $38,518 | $48,082 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Bethune-Cookman University's median earnings are $38,518 — below the Florida benchmark of $48,082. Weigh that against the $14,794 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
Bethune-Cookman University lists tuition at $14,794 for everyone — private schools don't do residency pricing. Bethune-Cookman University's sticker and net price can differ sharply after aid; treat $14,794 as the ceiling, not the bill.
Bethune-Cookman University enrolls 2,732 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs Bethune-Cookman University's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
Fewer than half of Bethune-Cookman University students — 30.5% — finish within six years. That number should shape how much debt feels safe.
Top majors by earnings at Bethune-Cookman University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $76,641 |
| Gerontology | $51,623 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $50,413 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $46,540 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $42,127 |
| Psychology, General | $37,793 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $33,933 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $30,852 |
Median earnings for these 8 Bethune-Cookman University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $38,518 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 24 additional Bethune-Cookman University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Bethune-Cookman University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 830–1000 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 88.2% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Bethune-Cookman University's acceptance rate?
99.9% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 6,834 admitted from 6,844 applicants.
How much does Bethune-Cookman University cost?
At Bethune-Cookman University, published tuition is $14,794 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is Bethune-Cookman University's ceiling, not a quote.
What do Bethune-Cookman University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $38,518 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Florida
- Florida Memorial University — 85.3% admitted
- Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale — 97% admitted
- St. Thomas University — 97.9% admitted
- Trinity College of Florida — 91.9% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.