Cox College

Cox College is a private healthcare-focused institution located in Springfield, Missouri, operating in partnership with CoxHealth medical system. Located on the campus of Cox North Hospital, the college occupies a modern facility specifically designed for healthcare education. The institution, which began as Burge School of Nursing in 1907, currently specializes in nursing education and other allied health programs, including medical assisting, radiography, and diagnostic imaging. Cox College maintains a selective admission process for its healthcare programs and provides clinical training opportunities through its direct connection with CoxHealth's network of hospitals and medical facilities. The college primarily serves commuter students, with no on-campus housing facilities, and focuses exclusively on preparing students for careers in healthcare professions.