Bethune-Cookman University is an institution filled with rich history and beloved traditions, and a strong commitment to academic excellence and community service. From its beginnings as a school for young African-American girls to its status as a University, with seven academic schools offering 35 undergraduate degree programs and a master’s degree in transformative leadership, B-CU has educated generations of lifelong learners and community leaders.
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About B-CU
Bethune-Cookman University is an institution filled with rich history and beloved traditions, and a strong commitment to academic excellence and community service. From its beginnings as a school for young African-American girls to its status as a University, offering 35 undergraduate programs and a master’s degree in transformative leadership, B-CU has educated generations of lifelong learners and community leaders.
History
Founded in 1904 by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, B-CU has become a leading institution of higher education. Learn more about our history . . .
Administration
Under the leadership of its fifth president, Dr. Trudie Kibbe Reed, a highly credentialed Administration and engaged Board of Trustees, B-CU is building on its legacy to educate today’s students and tomorrow’s leaders. Visit administration . . .
The United Methodist Church
B-CU is one of eleven United Methodist Church-related historically Black colleges and universities. Learn more about the values being a United Methodist institution brings to B-CU . . .
Fast Facts
With six academic schools and more than 3,600 students, there’s a lot going on at B-CU. To learn more about us, get started here . . .
Give to B-CU
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune once asked people to invest in a dream. If you want to help fulfill the dreams of B-CU’s students today and into the future, give to B-CU here . ..
