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Bethune-Cookman University
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Annual Tuition
$14,794
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
99.9%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
31.3%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$38,518
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Bethune-Cookman University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Daytona Beach, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,794, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 31.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
99.9%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$59,176
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
6.9 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$8,518
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$26,004
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$111,184
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 31%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Bethune-Cookman University is $31,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
10
Burglary
3
Theft
2
Assault
1
Robbery
1
Rape
2
Arson
1
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$14,794
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
56.1%
Success
31.3%
In-State Cost
$14,794
Age 25+ Students
4.0%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Working at 6yr
1,598 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Daytona Beach
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$958
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,152
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,413
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Daytona Beach metropolitan area.