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P.E.O. Visit Day

Friday Evening

Join us for the new and improved P.E.O. Visit Day/Weekend from November 7-8, 2025! This special event is designed to showcase our beautiful campus, connect you with students, highlight the impact of your continued support, and give prospective students the chance to experience the magic of Cottey firsthand. P.E.O.s, BILs, alumnae, prospective students, and friends of the College are all invited to attend.

Your Cottey experience begins with a night to remember!

  • 5:00 p.m. Registration in the Center for the Arts
  • 5:30-6:30 p.m. Light bites at the President’s House
  • 7:00-9:00 p.m. Theatre performance

 

Why Friday is a must:

  • An exclusive reception at the President’s House with delicious hors d’oeuvres.
  • A special theatre performance showcasing Cottey talent.
  • The chance to meet other P.E.O.s, students, and staff before the full event begins.
  • Bonus Perk: The first 50 guests traveling more than 100 miles who register for Friday will receive free hotel accommodations for the night! Rooms are double occupancy, so you can share the experience with a fellow guest or the prospective student you are bringing.

 

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity – it’s the best way to kick off your P.E.O. Visit Day!

Saturday Activities

Saturday begins at 8:30 a.m. with registration and a light breakfast, followed by a full day of exploring all that Cottey has to offer.

  • Student-led campus tour
  • All Things Cottey session
  • Lunch in Raney Dining Room
  • Tips on how to share Cottey with prospective students
  • Shopping in the Spirit Shop

 

Bring a Student Along!

Bring a student along! High school rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors are welcome to join you. While P.E.O.s enjoy Visit Day, prospective students will have their own day of fun and engaging activities with enrollment counselors and current students.

Student benefits:

  • Waived fee for the application for admission to Cottey
  • $1,500 renewable scholarship upon enrollment
  • Hotel accommodations available for students traveling more than 100 miles (as space allows)

Registration

Registration

  • Cost: $40 per person (non-refundable, non-transferable).
  • Includes all food and activities for the weekend.
  • Registration closes Friday, October 24, 2025.