Bethune-Cookman University Admissions

Bethune-Cookman maintains an open admission policy with an 85% acceptance rate. Most applicants who meet basic requirements get in, making this a safety school option for many students. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 830-980 on the SAT, with an average of 905. Students don't need strong test scores to gain admission here. This historically black university seeks students who value community engagement and cultural heritage. The school particularly welcomes first-generation college students, with 77% receiving Pell Grants. Bethune-Cookman looks for students interested in their well-known marching band program, education, and business fields, along with those committed to the HBCU experience and tradition of excellence.