College statistics
- Address:
- 1000 W Austin
Nevada, MO
64772 - Sector Group:
- Private Not-for-Profit 4-Year or Above
- Official Website:
- https://www.cottey.edu/
- Setting:
- Town
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $25,720
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $25,720
- Room and Board:
- $11,310
- Acceptance Rate:
- 66.3%
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $108,104,282
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Cottey College is a private, residential liberal arts college located in Nevada, Missouri, serving a small student body focused on general studies and humanities. The college maintains an independent mission with a substantial endowment that supports its educational operations.
With 266 students enrolled, Cottey charges $25,720 in annual tuition with a total cost of attendance of $37,030 including room and board. Admissions are accessible, with a 66% acceptance rate. Students should expect modest standardized test scores among enrolled students, with the 75th percentile ACT Composite score at 24.
The college's 6-year graduation rate reflects the outcomes typical of small residential institutions. Cottey works best for students seeking a close-knit liberal arts environment in a rural setting and those who value personalized instruction. For more information, visit www.cottey.edu.