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Cottey College

Nevada, MO

Private

4 Year

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Nestled in the heart of Nevada, Missouri, Cottey College is a private women's college with a rich legacy. Established in 1884, the college is renowned for its commitment to empowering women through education and leadership.
261
Students
70%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
261
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
The campus, with its beautiful historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities, offers a welcoming and supportive environment for students. Cottey College prides itself on small class sizes, ensuring personalized attention and fostering close-knit community connections. The college's curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded liberal arts education, encouraging students to think critically and creatively. Outside the classroom, students engage in various clubs, organizations, and leadership opportunities, further enriching their college experience.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Cottey College?

70% acceptance rate
Somewhat Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.48
Application Deadlines
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors Cottey College considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Rigor of Secondary School Record
  • Extracurricular Activities

Financials

See what it costs to attend Cottey College.

$ 49,816
Overall list price
$ 18,430
Average net price
$ 49,816
Merit Price™
Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Cottey College?

Town
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
41°
Average summer temp
77°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Cottey College.

7:1
Student to faculty ratio

The most popular majors at Cottey are:

  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • Secondary Education and Teaching
  • International Relations and Affairs

Demographics

Who attends Cottey College?

23
States represented
3
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
261
Women
100%
Men
0%

Housing

What's it like living at Cottey College?

$11,800
Room & Board
84
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Cottey College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.48.

How much does Cottey College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $49,816 to attend Cottey.

How many people attend Cottey College?

261 people attend Cottey. 261 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Cottey College located?

Cottey College is located in Nevada, Missouri. It is in a Town environment.

Can I get into Cottey College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 59% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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