Cottey College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Cottey College is a private university in Nevada, Missouri, enrolling about 254 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 69.18% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $35,422 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $27,562
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,805 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 69.18% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 254 99.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 56.25%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
- First-Generation Students: 30.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 7.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 83.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1190
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 259
- Applicants (IPEDS): 567
- Room & Board: $11,240 annual estimate
Cottey College: what the data shows
Common questions about Cottey College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Cottey College?
Cottey College is located in Nevada, MO (ZIP 64772).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Cottey College public or private?
Cottey College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Cottey College cost?
Published tuition: $27,562.
Average net price after aid: $13,805.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,093 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,634 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,063 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,732 |
| $110,001+ | $18,130 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $110,248.
How hard is it to get into Cottey College?
Admission rate: 69.18%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1190 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Cottey College?
Total enrollment: 254 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 259 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Cottey College?
150%-time completion rate: 56.25%.
First-year retention: 67.2%.
What do graduates of Cottey College earn?
Median earnings: $32,903 six years after entry; $35,422 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $19,043.
46.24% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Cottey College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other (12 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (10 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (8 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (5 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (4 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (4 completions)
- Criminology (4 completions)
- International Relations and Affairs (4 completions)
- Community/Environmental/Socially-Engaged Art (4 completions)
- History, General (4 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Cottey College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 69.18%; completion rate 56.25%; median earnings $35,422 at 10 years; net price $13,805. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$27,562
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Cottey College was $27,562.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,805
2024 Value
In 2024 Cottey College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,805.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$55,220 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,805 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$110,248 4-Year Tuition
$11,240 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,225 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$40,027 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$160,108 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Cottey College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
46.24% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
60.53% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Cottey College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Cottey College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $18,800 | $18,800 | $16,146 |
| 2014 | $19,300 | $19,300 | $16,910 |
| 2015 | $19,300 | $19,300 | $17,289 |
| 2016 | $19,300 | $19,300 | $16,707 |
| 2017 | $20,200 | $20,200 | $17,096 |
| 2018 | $21,160 | $21,160 | $18,669 |
| 2019 | $21,760 | $21,760 | $18,322 |
| 2020 | $22,770 | $22,770 | $17,523 |
| 2021 | $23,114 | $23,114 | $16,490 |
| 2022 | $24,960 | $24,960 | $16,844 |
| 2023 | $26,209 | $26,209 | $18,154 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
69.18% Acceptance Rate
567 Total Applicants
376 Students Admitted
66 First-Time Students Enrolled
17.55% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1190
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Cottey College reported total enrollment of about 254 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 0% male and 100% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (69.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.6%), and Black or African American (6.7%). About 46.24% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 30.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
99.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Cottey College in 2024 is 254 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 259 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 69.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
31.82% 100% Completion Time
56.25% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 31.82% of students graduating from Cottey College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 0% male / 100% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 0% male / 100% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 0% male / 100% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Cottey College.
Return on Investment
$19,043 Median Student Debt
$35,422 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
53.76% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
541.47% Return on Investment
5.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Cottey College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 18 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 12 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 10 completions
3. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 8 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 5 completions
5. English Language and Literature, General: 4 completions
6. Biological and Physical Sciences: 4 completions
7. Criminology: 4 completions
8. International Relations and Affairs: 4 completions
9. Community/Environmental/Socially-Engaged Art: 4 completions
Most popular programs at Cottey College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Cottey College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Cottey College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 83.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,576
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $26,653
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Cottey College is a private non-profit institution located in Nevada, MO, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 254 students. Student body composition includes White (69.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.6%), Black or African American (6.7%). The admission rate is 69.18%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1190. The 150%-time completion rate is 56.25%. Approximately 46.24% of students receive Pell Grants. About 30.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
Location
Nevada, MO 64772
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Cottey College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cottey College located?
Cottey College is located in Nevada, MO.
What is Cottey College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Cottey College is 69.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 567 applicants and 376 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Cottey College cost?
Reported tuition is $27,562 and average net price is $13,805 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,240 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Cottey College?
Cottey College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 259 students, White (69.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Cottey College?
About 30.7% of students at Cottey College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Cottey College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Cottey College reports midpoint SAT about 1190 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Cottey College earn?
Median earnings are $32,903 six years after entry and $35,422 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Cottey College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 56.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Cottey College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $19,043.
Is Cottey College public or private?
Cottey College is a private nonprofit institution located in Nevada, MO.
Is Cottey College an HBCU?
No. Cottey College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Cottey College a tribal college?
No. Cottey College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Missouri college costs
- Missouri colleges by ROI
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Missouri
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.