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Bethune-Cookman University

In-State Tuition & Fees

$14,794

Cost of attendance at Bethune-Cookman University in 2022 for students from Florida.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Florida's average $3,874
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$14,794

Cost of attendance at Bethune-Cookman University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Florida's average $14,069
National average $30,238

Average Net Price

The net price represents the amount of money students pay after receiving financial aid. In 2022, the average net price for first-year, full-time students at Bethune-Cookman University was $11,717. This amount varies among students due to the different levels of financial aid offered based on their family's financial status.

Financial aid includes federal, state, or local government grants and institutional grants and scholarships

Visit the financial aid page for more in-depth stats and analysis of financial aids offered at Bethune-Cookman University

Bethune-Cookman University net price calculator

$11,717

Below is the average net price of 4 year, private Non Profit colleges in Florida and nationwide.

Florida's average $7,941
National average $22,640
Below is the net price of Bethune-Cookman University for the past 10 years categorized by different levels of family income brackets.
Year Average Price Change Less than $30k $30k to $48k $48k to $75k $75k to $110k over $110k
2022 $11,717 $4,099 (26%) $10,985 $11,311 $13,529 $16,733 $14,708
2021 $15,816 $699 (4%) $15,156 $15,535 $18,629 $22,269 $23,194
2020 $16,515 $1,206 (8%) $15,626 $16,877 $19,866 $22,877 $21,923
2019 $15,309 $2,004 (12%) $14,048 $15,060 $18,403 $20,162 $20,653
2018 $17,313 $792 (5%) $16,944 $17,228 $20,340 $20,921 $21,185
2017 $16,521 $124 $16,149 $16,818 $19,070 $22,616 $19,768
2016 $16,645 $452 (3%) $16,107 $16,406 $19,524 $22,216 $20,140
2015 $16,193 $325 (2%) $15,231 $16,437 $19,079 $19,840 $21,438
2014 $16,518 -- $16,446 $16,610 $19,519 $20,814 $22,413

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of Bethune-Cookman University's in-state sticker price (cost of attendance) into different categories, along with their trends over the past ten years:
Year Sticker Price (COA) Cost Change Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies
2022 $33,840 $3,796 (13%) $14,794 $17,596 $1,450
2021 $30,044 $20 $14,794 $13,800 $1,450
2020 $30,064 No change $14,814 $13,800 $1,450
2019 $30,064 $404 (1%) $14,814 $13,800 $1,450
2018 $29,660 No change $14,410 $13,800 $1,450
2017 $29,660 No change $14,410 $13,800 $1,450
2016 $29,660 $550 (2%) $14,410 $13,800 $1,450
2015 $29,110 No change $14,410 $13,600 $1,100
2014 $29,110 $500 (2%) $14,410 $13,600 $1,100
2013 $28,610 -- $14,410 $13,200 $1,000

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions that may help you in your college cost research.

Does Bethune-Cookman University provide dormitory? How much is the cost?
The college makes 1,963 dormitories available to its students at $7,376 per school year. One academic year is typically nine months, so the cost of on-campus housing at Bethune-Cookman University is $820 per month.
Does Bethune-Cookman University provide a meal plan, and what is the cost like?
The average price of a meal plan at Bethune-Cookman University for one academic year is $3,020, which works out to $336 per month.
What is the average cost of textbooks and course materials per annum?
Bethune-Cookman University estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $1,450.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?
Depending on living arrangement, Bethune-Cookman University estimates that students would need the following amount for personal and miscellaneous expenses. This category covers additional costs that students may incur throughout the academic year, such as transportation, personal supplies, and leisure activities.
  • If living on-campus: $4,400
  • If living off-campus, with family: $3,100
  • If living off-campus, not with family: $7,200
How much is Bethune-Cookman University application fees?
The application fee for undergraduate students is $25 and $50 for graduates.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?
Bethune-Cookman University offers the following payment plans: Prepaid tuition plan, Guaranteed tuition plan, Other alternative tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

Bethune-Cookman University cost of courses per credit hour.
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs
For in-state students $577 $750
For out-of-state students $577 $750

Housing and Meal

Bethune-Cookman University offers separate meal and housing plans to its students, allowing them to choose either option based on their preferences. Here is a historical data of the housing and meal plan offered at Bethune-Cookman University for the past 7 years.
Year Meal price Housing price Combined price Max meal per week Dorm capacity
2022 $3,020 $7,376 N/A 19 1,963
2021 $2,520 $7,376 N/A 19 2,429
2020 $2,500 $6,962 N/A 19 2,653
2019 $2,500 $6,912 N/A 19 2,800
2018 $2,000 $6,912 N/A 0 3,000
2017 $2,000 $6,710 N/A 19 2,200
2016 $2,000 $6,710 N/A 19 2,088

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by Bethune-Cookman University during 2022 academic year.

  • Prepaid tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Guaranteed tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Tuition payment plan
    Offered
  • Other alternative tuition plan
    Not Offered