Bethune-Cookman University: Campus Visits and Getting Around

Bethune-Cookman University is at 640 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard in Daytona Beach. The university describes its campus as historic and says it was founded by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune.

Use the university’s interactive campus map to look up building locations, parking areas and ADA accessibility; additional filters are available. The map can help you orient yourself before a tour or find a particular campus destination.

Families and groups can schedule a guided campus tour during weekday windows of 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 2–4 p.m. Regular tours start at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday–Friday; during summer, they run Monday–Thursday at those times.

The Wildcat 360 is a walking tour that lasts approximately 90 minutes, and the university recommends comfortable shoes. It does not include Housing & Residence Life. Tours depend on weather and university schedules, and are not offered on weekends, university holidays, breaks or exam periods. If your preferred time is unavailable, a self-guided tour may be an option.

Register for a tour through the university’s visit.cookman.edu events site, which also lists admissions events. For group tours, the group leader should provide the total number of guests and register using the main chaperone’s name and contact information.

During the visit, students should stay with their group, wait until Brand Ambassadors finish their summary at each stop before asking questions, and raise a hand when invited.

For tour questions, contact the Office of Recruitment and Admissions at 386-481-2521 or bcucampustours@cookman.edu. Before you go, check the official site for current tour arrangements and visitor details.

From Daytona Inn Studios, the campus is about a 4-minute drive or a 38-minute walk. The university directs drivers to use Google Maps for directions from their starting location.

The main campus address is 640 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114. The tour meeting location is the Office of Admissions at 618 West International Speedway Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114. Confirm the meeting point when you register.

Temporary parking passes are available through the Office of Parking Services. Parking access is controlled by valid decals issued and monitored by the Department of Campus Safety; vehicles without a valid decal or pass may be ticketed or towed at the owner’s expense.

The university does not guarantee specific spaces for individuals or groups, so check parking arrangements before you arrive.

Plan your arrival around the tour time you register for, and allow time to locate the correct meeting point. If you are visiting as a group, have the chaperone submit the guest total and contact details during registration so the tour can be organized accordingly.

You can add a cultural stop to a Daytona Beach visit with the Southeast Museum of Photography.

For a self-guided visit, use the campus map to find the buildings and parking areas relevant to your plans. Its accessibility information can also help you identify routes and facilities before setting out.

A campus visit can also fit alongside a performance stop at Peabody Auditorium.

How do you register for a Bethune-Cookman University campus tour?

Register through the university’s visit.cookman.edu events site. The Office of Recruitment and Admissions can also answer tour questions by phone or email.

How long is the Wildcat 360 tour?

The walking tour lasts approximately 90 minutes. It does not include Housing & Residence Life.

Can you visit campus on a weekend?

Guided campus tours are not offered on weekends, university holidays, breaks or exam periods. If a preferred tour time is unavailable, the university says visitors may take a self-guided tour.

Where does the campus tour begin?

The tour meeting location is the Office of Admissions at 618 West International Speedway Boulevard. Confirm the meeting point when registering.