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Bethune-Cookman University

Private nonprofit Daytona Beach, FL · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
29%
Graduation Rate
$38,518
Earnings (10yr)
$12,030
Net Price
88%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Nearly 80% of students at Bethune-Cookman University receive Pell Grants, highlighting its commitment to accessibility for low-income families. With an acceptance rate of 88%, the university welcomes a diverse range of students eager to pursue higher education.

However, outcomes indicate significant challenges. The graduation rate stands at just 29%, which raises questions about student support and retention. While specific mobility data is unavailable, the 10-year earnings average of $38,518 suggests that graduates may face hurdles in achieving economic advancement.

Financially, students can expect a net price of $12,030 after aid, but the median debt of $31,000 can be burdensome. Those who thrive here typically come from diverse backgrounds and are passionate about programs in humanities, business, psychology, communications, and criminal justice.

Rankings

How Bethune-Cookman Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation29%Earnings 10yr$39KNet Price$12KRetention62%Median Debt$31KPell Grant Rate78%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$11K$0-30K$11K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$19K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$14,794
In-State Tuition
$14,794
Out-of-State
$12,030
Avg Net Price
$31,000
Median Debt
78%
Pell Grant Rate
82%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$10,896
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,487
Family Income $30K–$48K
$14,346
Family Income $48K–$75K
$18,654
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$28,282
6 Years After Entry
$33,935
8 Years
$38,518
10 Years
0.8x
Debt-to-Earnings
42%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$28,282 6yr $33,935 8yr $38,518 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.95
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.06
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.1%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 88%
Retention Rate 62%
SAT Average 880
ACT Midpoint 17
SAT Range 830–990
Full-Time Faculty 76%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,167
Diversity Index 0.70
First-Gen Students 42%

Top Programs

Humanities 22%
Business & Marketing 16%
Psychology 14%
Communications 10%
Criminal Justice 8%
Biology & Biomedical 4%
Education 3%
Social Sciences 3%