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On October 3, 1904, an exceptional young Black woman, Mary McLeod Bethune, opened the Daytona Literary and Industrial Training School for Negro Girls—what would become Bethune-Cookman University—with $1.50, faith in God and five little girls, along with Dr. Bethune’s son, Albert.
Bethune–Cookman University (B–CU or Bethune–Cookman) is a private historically black university in Daytona Beach, Florida. Bethune–Cookman University is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The primary administration building, White Hall, and the Mary McLeod Bethune Home are two historic locations.
Since 1943, Bethune-Cookman University (B-CU) has graduated more than 19,000 students. Alumni work in a wide range of fields, including the arts, business, education, government, sciences and religion. B-CU has received national recognition for its intercollegiate athletic programs and instrumental and choral groups.
The mission of Bethune-Cookman University is to educate a diverse community of learners to become responsible, productive citizens and solution seekers through the promotion of faith, scholarship, creative endeavors, leadership and service.
Admissions and Aid introduction video. Watch on. Greetings from Wildcat Nation in beautiful, sunny, Daytona Beach, Florida. We’re so delighted that you are interested in the Great Bethune-Cookman University! We know that you have so many options to choose from for your education and that it can be daunting at times to make a decision.
Overview. Bethune-Cookman University is a private institution that was founded in 1904. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,628 (fall 2022), and the campus size is 82 acres. It...
Academics. 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.
