Nevada,
MO
About Cottey College
Cottey College is an independent, liberal arts and sciences women’s college in Nevada, Missouri. Since 1884, the College has offered young women the opportunity to learn and grow into leaders, role models, and confident individuals. Today, Cottey’s unique combination of women’s-only education, high academic standards, focus on leadership development, commitment to an international experience for every student, and a motivated, high-energy community is at the heart of its success. At Cottey, we have multiple degree options intended to fit your needs.
Cottey College is a private, nonprofit college in the town of Nevada, Missouri. Cottey College was founded in 1884 and enrolls 283 undergrads and no graduate students.
Cottey College Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Cottey College. Around 73% of applicants get into Cottey College each year. In 2022, 491 out of 674 total applicants were accepted.
| Cottey College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 73% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Cottey College is locatedin Nevada, Missouri, near the city of Kansas City.
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College Info
Cottey College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Cottey College is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Cottey College is Continuous processing.
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Cottey College ACT Scores
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Cottey College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$34,680
In State$34,680
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Unknown
Full TimeUnknown
Part Time31%
In State69%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
283
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
73%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$24,960
Out-of-State
$24,960
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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