Bethune-Cookman University Softball
Bethune-Cookman University (BCU) · Daytona Beach, Florida · Private nonprofit university
Bethune-Cookman University Softball coaches
Coaches at Bethune-Cookman University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
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
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 31% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
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
About Bethune-Cookman University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Laura Watten, the Head Coach, leads the Bethune-Cookman University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Bethune-Cookman University (BCU) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls 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.
How to get recruited by Bethune-Cookman University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Laura Watten, the Head Coach and Kennedy Searcy, the Assistant Coach. Bethune-Cookman University has 3 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Laura can watch without scrolling.
- 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.
- 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 Laura Watten at Bethune-Cookman University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach LauraHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Bethune-Cookman University Softball 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 Softball, 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 Softball in?
The Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Does Bethune-Cookman University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
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 Softball have?
3 coaches, led by Laura Watten, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Bethune-Cookman University Softball?
Laura Watten is the Head Coach.
When can Bethune-Cookman University Softball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls 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 Softball?
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 Softball 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.
