Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 73.0%
- Total Enrollment
- 266
Admissions Overview
Cottey College is less selective with a 73% acceptance rate. This means most qualified applicants who meet basic requirements will gain admission. The application process focuses more on fit than pure academic competition since the college serves a specific niche as a women's institution.
With just 266 students enrolled, Cottey seeks women who thrive in intimate academic settings and value close faculty relationships. The 6:1 student-faculty ratio appeals to students who want personalized attention rather than large lecture halls. The college particularly attracts women interested in leadership development and those comfortable in a small-town Missouri environment. Students who choose Cottey typically value community building and aren't intimidated by a close-knit campus where everyone knows each other.
With just 266 students enrolled, Cottey seeks women who thrive in intimate academic settings and value close faculty relationships. The 6:1 student-faculty ratio appeals to students who want personalized attention rather than large lecture halls. The college particularly attracts women interested in leadership development and those comfortable in a small-town Missouri environment. Students who choose Cottey typically value community building and aren't intimidated by a close-knit campus where everyone knows each other.