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Cox College

Springfield, MO·Private nonprofit·634 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. exceptional 100% graduation rate.

71%
Accept
634
Students
N/A
Net Price
100%
Grad Rate
$42,700
Earnings
10 yr
$18,000
Debt

About This School

Cox College is a private nonprofit institution located in Springfield, Missouri with approximately 634 undergraduate students enrolled. Cox College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 71%. In-state tuition is $15,599 per year. The graduation rate is 100%, and the typical graduate earns $42,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Cox College can mean:Cox College (Georgia), a private women's college located in College Park, Georgia that operated from 1842 to 1934 Cox College (Missouri), a private college associated with the CoxHealth System in Springfield, Missouri

This is a strong option specifically for students pursuing healthcare careers, given its direct ties to the CoxHealth System in Springfield — that clinical pipeline is a real differentiator for nursing and allied health programs. The 100% graduation rate is impressive for a small school, and a median debt of $18,000 is relatively manageable. The one honest caution: median earnings of $42,700 a decade out are modest, so make sure the specific program you're entering has clear salary upside before committing.

Founded
1842
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$15,599
Out-of-State Tuition
$15,599
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants35%
Median debt at graduation$18,000

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
100%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$41,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.4x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White83%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino6%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (634 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Cox College

1423 N Jefferson

Springfield, MO 65802-1917

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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