Bethune-Cookman University
Historically Black college or university · Daytona Beach, FL · 2,732 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
88%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
830–990
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$13,059
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$29,512
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
34%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Bethune-Cookman University?
Bethune-Cookman University accepts about 88 of every 100 applicants (88%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 830 and 990 on the SAT. A score at or above 990 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 830, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Bethune-Cookman University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Bethune-Cookman University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Bethune-Cookman University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $29,512 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $13,059 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $14,794 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$14,794
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$14,794
- Room & board$10,396
- Total cost of attendance$29,512
- Average net price after grants$13,059
Popular majors
Liberal Arts & General Studies, Psychology, Business, Communications, Social Sciences.
Bethune-Cookman University FAQ
- What is Bethune-Cookman University's acceptance rate?
- 88% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Bethune-Cookman University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 830–990. Aim for 990 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Bethune-Cookman University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Bethune-Cookman University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Bethune-Cookman University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Bethune-Cookman University cost?
- About $29,512 a year before aid; $13,059 on average after grants.
- What is Bethune-Cookman University's FAFSA school code?
- 001467. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Bethune-Cookman University receives your information.
- What is Bethune-Cookman University's graduation rate?
- 34% of students finish within six years.
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