Welcome to
Bethune-cookman university
Destination Wildcat Nation!
The Bethune-Cookman experience is centered on student success. You create a vision for your future. You work personally with great professors and get hands-on intellectual and personal development in a small-university community. You are surrounded by support. You turn your vision into reality.
Enter to Learn. Depart to Serve. Return to Invest
Become
your best
You have big plans and bigger dreams. To achieve them, you need to tap into your potential and become your best.
At Bethune-Cookman University you'll have abundant opportunities to learn, get experience and grow - so you're ready for your career and your life.
Your future is bright. We want to help you shine.
The BCU education is one of the worlds best .
Be more at B-CU! We are so delighted that you are interested in the great Bethune-Cookman University. When you study at B-CU, opportunities abound. From Nursing, to Hospitality, to Environmental Studies, and Criminal Justice, we have a wide variety of programs all designed to help you be so much more.
Enter to Learn. Depart to Serve. Return to Invest
ON A MISSION
EDUCATION
We've got many majors and minors at Bethune-Cookman University, and all of them will prepare you to serve as a problem-solver, global citizen and critical thinker. That's because we know how fast the world is changing and how much we need people like you to make a positive difference.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
- Accounting
- Aging Studies
- Biology Education
- Biology
- Biochemistry
- Business Administration
- Business Education
- Chemistry
- Communication Studies
- Theater
- Art Performance
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Education
- Elementary Education ( K-6 | ESOL | Reading)
- English Education (6-12 | ESOL)
- English Education (6-12 | ESOL)
- Exceptional Student Education ( K-12 | ESOL)
- Physical Education (K-12)
- Social Science Education (6-12)
- English
- Environmental Science
- Exercise Science
- Finance
- Health Science
- History
- History Studies
- Public History
- Hospitality Management
- Information Systems Management
- International Affairs
- International Studies
- Mass Communications
-Broadcast & Production
- Multimedia Journalism
- Public Relations & Advertising
- Mathematics
- Music
- Music Education
- Music Recording Technology
- Nursing
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Religion
- Christian Ministry
- Sociology
**STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNTIES AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS ARE ALSO OFFERED.
College of Arts & Humanities
The College of Arts and Humanities is a beacon of African American and Diasporan culture and education to the University and the world. Majors and minors in the College are many and varied, inspiring and engaging—from performing arts to public relations.
When you graduate, you’ll be ready to perform – on the world’s stages and concert venues, in traditional and remote workplaces or in nonprofits. Our promise: to encourage your creativity, develop your research and critical thinking capabilities, refine your artistic appreciation, challenge your communication skills, and sharpen your moral compass.
College of Business & Entrepreneurship
In the College of Business and Entrepreneurship, you develop into a strong business professional – with a holistic combination of business knowledge, value-creating skills, professional development and ethics. You’ll have what it takes to stand out with employers and succeed in the business world.
College of Sciences, Engineering and Mathematics
The College of Sciences, Engineering and Mathematics is a place of discovery-discovering the latest developments in your field of choice, and discovering outstanding career options. Each area of study is a community in which individual talents, backgrounds and perspectives are recognized and appreciated. Students graduate prepared for hands-on leadership in their fields or for advanced study.
94% NCLEX Pass Rate
Ranked #2 in HBCU Nursing Programs
College of Nursing & Health Sciences
The College of Nursing and Health Sciences is dedicated to achieving wellness in diverse communities through education, community engagement, research, and professional preparation. Collaborative efforts among the units housed under the CoNHS umbrella will assist in the elimination of health disparities, while promoting health equity among local, regional and global communities. The goal is to empower, engage and educate health professionals who will lead their fields to best serve the health and well-being of a global community.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
In order to make the transition from home to campus as smooth as possible. We offer many student support services and resources from the time you Enter to Learn from New Student Orientation which provides opportunities that help prepare you for your journey in Wildcat Nation. These programs help you to become immersed in the campus community with continue support through mentorship programs and other support services.
Once you're settled in on campus, we also want to help you thrive in your new environment. B-CU offers a variety of resources such as academic advising, reading, writing and math labs, tutoring, counseling services, internship opportunities and career development.
GET INVOLVED
Education at Bethune-Cookman University doesn't begin and end with your class schedule. The Office of Student Life is committed to providing innovative programs to help students get involved on campus, giving Wildcats opportunities to develop leadership skills and pursue their interest. This team supports over 100+ student organizations, an engaged Greek Life community, Student Government Association, Royal Court, and Student Activities Board.
Bethune-Cookman University intercollegiate athletics programs has a long tradition of winning and a legacy of championship teams.
There's no spirit quite like the old B-C spirit. Whenever you see the maroon and gold take the field. court, or track you'll be joined by many Wildcats. And because most athletic events are free for the students, you'll find it easy to become a fan. At the same time, this is a place where your can be more than a spectator by joining a team or by participating in intramural sports.
We offer 17 NCAA Division 1 Sports
FALL 2023 FRESHMAN AVERAGES
B-CU students are intelligent, motivated, inquisitive, hardworking, open-minded, ambitious, and ready to be challenged.
3.46
GPA
Admissions decisions are holistic and based on the total student portfolio and demonstrated potential for contribution to the university and probability for success at Bethune-Cookman University. In the application review process, B-CU strives to discover students who will bring academic and creative achievements and who have a proven commitment to community service and leadership.
Decisions for admissions will be based on the strength of the academic curriculum, grade point average and potential contribution to the university.
STUDENT BODY
2727
STUDENT FACULTY RATIO
15:1
REQUIREMENTS
Any applicant who meets the preferred 2.8 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale in core academics is eligible for admissions for the Fall term. Students with a 2.5 are eligible for our Summer Immersion program.
HOW TO APPLY
- A completed Application for admission.
- Official/unofficial copies of transcript(s) including all high school academic experiences (9th-12th grades).
- ACT or SAT test scores not a requirement for acceptance
APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
Given our academic strengths, student retention, graduation rates and the strong lifetime earning potential of our graduates, investing in a B-CU education offers a bright future with many rewards. Please do not hesitate to contact Admissions and the Office of Financial Aid for help or more information.
B-CU uses the information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for need-based grants and scholarships. This will help you figure out the amount that you will need to pay for your education.
FAFSA SCHOOL CODE: 001467
Bethune- Cookman University is dedicated to helping students develop the skills needed for the real world. Our vibrant campus life, leadership opportunities, rigorous academic programs, access to scholarships and student services are just a few of the student services we offer. We are preparing career ready professionals today for knowledge-based jobs tomorrow.
The wildcat legacy continues with you!
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