The New York State Cottey College Scholarship Fund was the first special fund established by New York State. It is used solely for residents of New York State who are attending Cottey College. The New York State Scholarship Committee reviews applications submitted by local chapters. The amount granted is variable depending on available funds. 

Agnes M. Hungate was a former president of Chapter R, NYC. Her will established Cottey Scholarships in New York and California for residents of each state. Income from the endowment is to be used for residents of New York who attend Cottey College. The endowment for California residents is maintained separately.

The New York State Scholarship Committee reviews applications and makes recommendations to the P.E.O. Foundation. The amount granted is determined by the number of New York residents at Cottey College.

Janet H. Griswold was a former member of Chapter F, Long Island, whose will established separate endowment funds for residents of New York and California. This fund provides scholarships for undergraduate education for residents of New York attending a college of their choice. Scholastic aptitude and financial need are considered.

The New York State Scholarship Committee reviews applications and makes recommendations to the P.E.O. Foundation. The amount granted is variable, but not less than $750.

The New York State Master’s Degree Scholarship was established in 2000 at the inspiration of New York State Past State Presidents and is intended for residents of New York attending a graduate program. It was renamed in memory of Barbara Wackenhut in 2009 in gratitude for her generous bequest in support of the fund. The Barbara M. Wackenhut Scholarship for Master’s Degree Candidates is intended to provide scholarship funds to female residents of New York State enrolled in their first Masters Degree program. Funds are provided based on both aptitude and need. The New York State Scholarship Committee reviews applications and makes recommendations to the P.E.O. Foundation.

Cottey College offers several opportunities to pay for your college education. 98% of Cottey students receive financial aid. The approximate costs for 2023-2024 before any financial assistance are as follows:

Tuition                                                                          $24,518

Room & Meals (average student)                          9450

Required Student Fees                                               1712

TOTAL                                                                           $35,680

Financial aid includes scholarships based on academic merit, extracurricular activities, leadership, and athletic performance.  All admitted Cottey students will be considered for a range of merit scholarships.  In addition, there are grants, student loans and work on campus.

For you to discover the value and affordability a Cottey College education provides, our Net Price Calculator is designed to give you an estimate of the level and type of financial assistance you may qualify for while attending Cottey College. It is not an application for financial assistance and the results will only be as reliable as the data you provide. https://www.collegeraptor.com/Shopping/School/Cottey-College-MO–177117

The Financial Aid Office will determine your final eligibility once your family has completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To ensure you are considered for the maximum assistance available without missing any deadlines, we strongly suggest you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after October 1 the year before you plan to enroll. https://www.usa.gov/fafsa

For more information:

 https://cottey.edu/admission/financial-aid/

 Office of Financial Aid

1000 West Austin, Nevada, Missouri 64772
Phone: (417) 448-1445
Fax: (417) 448-1045