Cottey College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Nevada, Missouri with 254 undergraduates. It admits 69% of applicants, costs an average of $21,347 a year after grants and graduates 58% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Cottey College acceptance rate and admissions
Cottey College admitted 69% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Cottey College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Cottey College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Cottey College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $29,594 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,800 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $40,491 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,347 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,347 a year after grants and scholarships, $19,144 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Cottey College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Cottey College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 58% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $46,543 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 44% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Cottey College majors and what graduates earn
Cottey College awarded bachelor's degrees in 14 fields recently.
All 14 majors at Cottey College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research and experimental psychology | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biological and physical sciences | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminology | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International relations | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Game design and digital arts | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International business | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Students and location
- 254 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 100% women, 0% men
- 6 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Cottey College?
Cottey College admitted 69% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Cottey College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $29,594. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,347 a year in 2024-25.
Is Cottey College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Cottey College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Cottey College?
58% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Cottey College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $46,543 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.