Cottey College
University Information
Cottey was founded by a woman who wanted to create a college where women were the center of attention. Today, almost 130 years later, that legacy continues. As a student you experience the support and connection with a sisterhood that lives on after you graduate.
To study abroad:
Step 1: Talk to folks at the Kolderie Academic Assistance Center
Step 2: Choose a program (this website can help)
Step 3: Get course descriptions
Step 4: Take them to your academic advisor for approval for them to transfer back to Cottey
Step 5: Talk to Financial Aid
Note: "Pre-Approved Programs" for Cottey includes programs students have attended (been approved for) in the past. You will still need to get your program approved for yourself.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Deadlines:
September 15 for spring semester abroad
February 15 for fall semester abroad
"I gained a lot of independence and confidence in myself. Especially living alone in my accommodation over the six-week winter break, I spent a lot of alone time in the country and learned how to use public transportation alone. "
Maya Struhar Cottey College
"I learnt to adapt to changes, the importance of decision making. I gained a multicultural understanding from interacting with individuals from different countries."
A student Cottey College
"Try new things even if it makes you uncomfortable. "
Oprah Bennett Cottey College
"From my experienced abroad I learned to be independent, communicate better, and understand as well as respect the culture of other countries. "
A student Cottey College
"Adulthood "
Haweni Cottey College
"I learned more about French culture, and the importance of a country’s history. I had the chance to practice my French and to meet different kinds of people and nationalities. It was definitely worth while!"
Tarisai Dahwa Cottey College
"I learned a lot about culture and integration. "
Katherine Cottey College
"It was worthwhile. I learned a lot about my own studying habits and interests. Many things were offered at the big university and the city. "
tenzin Cottey College
"It was worthwhile because I learned more about Latin-American history. That is a subject that is not taught much here in the States. "
A student Cottey College
"I gained independence and how to live among others with different background as mine. New culture interaction and communication was delightful."
Kidest Ketema Cottey College
"It was worthwhile! I learned a new language and culture, and got to leave America for four months. Four wonderfully peaceful months."
Taylor Cordaro Cottey College
"I learned a lot about the French culture and language while at the same time analyzing the cultures I came from. I learned a lot about myself personally as well. "
Peace Karorero Cottey College
"I learned to be self sufficient and money conscious. I also learned a lot about Japan. It was definitely worth while. "
A student Cottey College
"I gained intensive language skills, learned how to adapt to a culture different than my own, and I learned how to navigate a foreign city. It was most definitely worthwhile."
Cassidy Pintozzi Cottey College
"KGD gave me self-reliance and connections to work in Japan in the future."
Mason Keefe Cottey College
"yes it was worthwhile because it was so unique. However, I spent most of my time in the dorm arguing with my bank in the US. Even the best laid plans end in wreckage due to forces we can't control."
A student Cottey College
"It’s the best choice I have made "
A student Cottey College
"That I love Korean culture, and they need people to understand their culture."
Kara Cottey College
"I learned what it's like to live in another country! I learned the struggles of trying to learn and adapt to a new way of living. I think it was more than worthwhile, especially in today's world. I had a taste of what it might be like to be an immigrant, and I now feel a sense of empathy for those who move to the U.S."
Kalina Jurkowski Cottey College
"I was exposed to so many new cultures and experiences that I would have never gotten the chance to have if not for SAS. Through immersion, we were able to not only learn about but LIVE the country while we were there."
A student Cottey College
"I wouldn't trade my experiences for anything. I was critical of the US before coming to Korea, and being here made me more critical. It made me think more about where I wanted to end up in my future. I grew more confident, I learned to speak up more, and I learned not to place my self worth and value in someone else's hands. I l..."
Taneisha Brown Cottey College
