Cottey College, an independent liberal arts and sciences 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.
Upon completion of a program of study and engagement in co-curricular programs at Cottey, a successful Cottey student
- Recognizes the Roles of Women
A Cottey student demonstrates an understanding of women’s past, current, and developing contributions. - Enriches Her Knowledge
A Cottey student demonstrates an understanding of ideas from a variety of academic disciplines. - Thinks Critically
A Cottey student explores issues before accepting arguments or forming conclusions. - Communicates Effectively
A Cottey student uses appropriate means to communicate clearly. - Solves Problems
A Cottey student creates solutions, integrating and applying knowledge and skills across areas of study and experience. - Respects Diversity
A Cottey student is attentive to cultural contexts, compares and contrasts patterns, and respects differences. - Collaborates Successfully
A Cottey student respectfully engages others to foster a supportive environment and contributes ideas and effort to advance the work of a group. - Acts Responsibly
A Cottey student is reflective and acts ethically as a personally and socially responsible member of global, national, and local communities.