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The campus of Cox College is in Springfield, MO, which is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Cox College include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission at Cox College is selective, not open to all who apply.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The full-time faculty at Cox College is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2007-2008, the school had 460 students enrolled (358 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Cox College are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at the school are female.
More complete details are provided below.
Cox College
1423 N Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65802
General Phone: (417) 269-3401
http://www.coxcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 131 | registered nursing, various nursing |
| Medical Administration | 22 | medical transcription, medical records tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Cox College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 77 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 54 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 22 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Cox College had a total enrollment of 460 students (358 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 9% |
| Women | 91% |
| Full-Time | 53% |
| Part-Time | 47% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 93% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 56 % |
Cox College offers campus housing for 21 of its 358 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Springfield, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 209 | 183 | 88% | 95 | 52% |
| Men | 29 | 16 | 55% | 9 | 56% |
| Women | 180 | 167 | 93% | 86 | 52% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 31% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,920 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,920 |
| Room and board | $ 4,500 |
| Room charge | $ 2,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,000 |
Financial Aid:
Cox College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2068200)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 0 | * | 3 | $64,175 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 0 | * | 20 | $57,817 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 7 | $50,404 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 0 | * | 32 | $57,715 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Cox College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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