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Bethune-Cookman University Baseball

Bethune-Cookman University (BCU) · Daytona Beach, Florida · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate88%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate31%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,853Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Bethune-Cookman University Baseball coaches

Coaches at Bethune-Cookman University who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Bethune-Cookman University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southwestern Athletic Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
bcuathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 830–990
ACTMiddle 50%: 15–18

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Popular majors

AccountingBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralComputer Engineering, GeneralComputer ScienceCorrections and Criminal Justice, OtherEducation/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
31% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$13,844
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$14,705
Campus

Where it is

Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach.

Location
Daytona Beach, Florida
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
United Methodist
Time zone
Eastern
Website
cookman.edu
Overview

About Bethune-Cookman University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Jonathan Hernandez, the Head Coach, leads the Bethune-Cookman University Baseball staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Bethune-Cookman University (BCU) competes in NCAA Division I Baseball as a member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I baseball coaches can start messaging recruits on August 1 before junior year and calling on September 1 of junior year. Bethune-Cookman University is a small private school in Daytona Beach, Florida with 2,853 undergraduates, a 88% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,705 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Bethune-Cookman University Baseball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Jonathan Hernandez, the Head Coach and Derek Cartaya, the Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator. Bethune-Cookman University has 5 coaches for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, and measurables like exit velocity, 60-yard time or pitching velocity in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Jonathan can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bethune-Cookman University typically score 830–990 on the SAT and 15 – 18 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Bethune-Cookman University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

Email Coach Jonathan Hernandez at Bethune-Cookman University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.

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Questions

Bethune-Cookman University Baseball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Bethune-Cookman University D1?

Yes. Bethune-Cookman University competes in NCAA Division I Baseball, in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.

Is Bethune-Cookman University public or private?

Bethune-Cookman University is a private nonprofit school in Daytona Beach, Florida.

What conference is Bethune-Cookman University Baseball in?

The Southwestern Athletic Conference.

Does Bethune-Cookman University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

Bethune-Cookman University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Bethune-Cookman University Baseball have?

5 coaches, led by Jonathan Hernandez, the Head Coach.

Who is the head coach of Bethune-Cookman University Baseball?

Jonathan Hernandez is the Head Coach.

Who is the recruiting coordinator for Bethune-Cookman University Baseball?

Derek Cartaya, Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator.

When can Bethune-Cookman University Baseball coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division I baseball coaches can start messaging recruits on August 1 before junior year and calling on September 1 of junior year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Bethune-Cookman University Baseball?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Bethune-Cookman University cost?

In-state tuition is $13,844 and out-of-state tuition is $13,844 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,705.

What is the Bethune-Cookman University acceptance rate?

88% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Bethune-Cookman University?

Admitted students typically score 830–990 on the SAT and 15 – 18 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Bethune-Cookman University Baseball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified October 2026