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Cottey is located in a self-contained town, in Nevada, MO. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Cottey top out at the Associate's degree.
The school tries to do a few things and do them well, and doesn't offer a huge range of majors. Students at Cottey often study liberal arts.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 490 to 610 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 600 or higher on the math SAT.
Students at the school benefit from the low student/teacher ratio. The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The school offers classes to 323 students (322 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at Cottey are female.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students. Cottey offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Cottey College, an independent liberal arts college, educates women to be contributing members of a global society through a challenging curriculum and a dynamic campus experience. In our diverse and supportive environment, women develop their potential for personal and professional lives of intellectual engagement and thoughtful action as learners, leaders, and citizens."
More complete details are provided below.
Cottey College
1000 W Austin
Nevada, MO 64772
General Phone: (417) 667-8181
http://www.cottey.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 119 | liberal arts and sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Cottey in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 119 | 1 |
In 2007, Cottey had a total enrollment of 323 students (322 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 80% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 22% |
| Texas | 8% |
| (International Students) | 6% |
| Oregon | 6% |
| Arizona | 6% |
| Washington | 5% |
| California | 5% |
| Minnesota | 4% |
| Kansas | 4% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Montana | 3% |
| Oklahoma | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Nevada | 2% |
| Alabama | 2% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 2% |
| Hawaii | 2% |
| North Dakota | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Iowa | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Wyoming | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Utah | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
Cottey offers campus housing for 350 of its 322 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Nevada, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 598 | 374 | 63% | 180 | 48% |
| Women | 598 | 374 | 63% | 180 | 48% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 490 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 35% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 55% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,510 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,510 |
| Room and board | $ 5,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Cottey participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 245800)
Cottey has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 14 | 12 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 4 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 8 | $59,725 | 6 | $58,800 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 5 | $51,040 | 5 | $52,418 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $46,241 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 15 | $55,452 | 16 | $52,928 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 19 | 19 |
| Basketball | 0 | 10 | 10 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 9 | 9 |
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Cottey Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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