- Cottey College is an independent liberal arts and sciences college for women located in Nevada, Missouri. Founded in 1884 by Virginia Alice Cottey Stockard, it is owned and supported by the P.E.O. Sisterhood, a philanthropic women's organization. Cottey offers baccalaureate degrees in the following programs: Business, English, Environmental Studies, Health Sciences, International Business, International Relations, Liberal Arts and Psychology as well as associate degrees in Arts and Science.
School Highlights
Cottey College serves 283 students (98% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the state average of 38%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Private-state tuition: $19,300
- Acceptance Rate: 61%
- Student:teacher ratio: 2:1
- Minority enrollment: 38%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Cottey College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 165 teachers has grown by 129% over five years.
Cottey College
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
165 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Cottey College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Cottey College diversity score of 0.60 is more than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
283 students
2,348 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
278 students
1,145 students
# Part-Time Students
5 students
1,203 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
266 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
278 students
1,145 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5 students
908 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
350 students
204 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
6%
4%
% Black
6%
7%
% White
62%
62%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
18%
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
21%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
61%
32%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.79%
1.12%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,500
$30,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $19,300 is more than the state average of $14,548. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$19,300
$14,548
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$21,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
61%
90%
SAT Total Avg.
1,510
1,510
SAT Reading
525
525
SAT Math
475
475
SAT Writing
510
510
ACT Total Avg.
64
64
ACT Composite
22
22
ACT English
22
22
ACT Math
20
20
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Cottey College is an independent liberal arts and sciences college for women located in Nevada, Missouri. Founded in 1884 by Virginia Alice Cottey Stockard, it is owned and supported by the P.E.O. Sisterhood, a philanthropic women's organization. Cottey offers baccalaureate degrees in the following programs: Business, English, Environmental Studies, Health Sciences, International Business, International Relations, Liberal Arts and Psychology as well as associate degrees in Arts and Science.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cottey College cost?
Cottey College's private state tuition is approximately $19,300.
What schools are Cottey College often compared to?
Cottey Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Cox College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Cottey College?
The acceptance rate of Cottey College is 61%, which is lower than the state average of 90%. Cottey College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Missouri with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Cottey College offer?
Cottey College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Cottey College's ranking?
Cottey College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Missouri for: Lowest acceptance rates and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Cottey College is Fort Scott Community College (19.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Students
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(620) 223-2700
Fort Scott, KS 66701
(620) 223-2700
19.1 miles
| 1,617 students
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(620) 365-5116
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