At a glance
Average net price
$13,805
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
56.3%
Admission rate
69%
Undergrad size
254
In-state tuition
$27,562
Out-of-state tuition
$27,562
Cost of attendance
$39,269
Median earnings (10y)
$35,422
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 67.2%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
12 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (43%), social sciences (32%), stem (13%).
- STEM13%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts43%
- Social sciences32%
- Liberal arts17.6%~45 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology17.6%~45 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences11.8%~30 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business11.8%~30 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Social sciences10.3%~26 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English5.9%~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History5.9%~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education2.9%~7 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
9 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 28 | — | $12,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Cottey College
Cottey College is a small institution located in Nevada, Missouri, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 254 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Psychology, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Cottey College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,805 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $27,562 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $39,269 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 56.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 67.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $35,422 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Cottey College confers degrees and certificates across 12 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Psychology, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (43% of credentials), social sciences (32% of credentials), stem (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Cottey College accepts 69% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Nevada, Missouri (town), Cottey College draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Cottey College
Q.How much does Cottey College cost?
The average net price at Cottey College is $13,805 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $39,269.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Cottey College?
Cottey College has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Cottey College?
Cottey College admits 69% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Cottey College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Cottey College graduate earns $35,422 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Cottey College?
Published tuition is $27,562 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Cottey College located?
Cottey College is located in Nevada, Missouri (ZIP 64772).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Cottey College at their official website.