Cox CollegeStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Cox College. Core organization is free for students.

College in Springfield, MO. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall 2026 16 Week Classes

The semester, explained for Cox College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 16 Week Classes
Campus terms
6
Local details
8

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 16 Week Classes runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

11 entries
  1. Fall 2026 1st 8 Week Classes
  2. Fall 2026 16 Week ClassesRelevant now
  3. Fall 2026 2nd 8 Week Classes
  4. Spring 2027 Intersession
  5. Spring 2027 1st 8 Week Classes
  6. Spring 2027 16 Week Classes
  7. Spring 2027 2nd 8 Week Classes
  8. Summer 2027 Session 1
  9. Summer 2027 Session 0
  10. Summer 2027 Session 2
  11. Summer 2027 Session 3

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Campus language

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6 terms

A

ASR
Association of Student Radiographers, a professional group for students in the radiography program.

C

Check-offs
Practical skills competency exams where students must demonstrate clinical procedures to instructors.
Cox North Housing
Residential units for students located within the Cox North hospital complex.

S

SNA
Student Nurses' Association, the primary professional organization for nursing students.
SOTA
Student Occupational Therapy Association, the campus organization for OT students.

T

The Caf
The Cox North hospital cafeteria, which serves as the primary dining location for students.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

8 details
Canvas
The learning management system where students access course materials and submit assignments.
Clinical
Practical, hands-on training shifts performed at hospital or clinic sites.
Cox North
The main hospital campus in Springfield that houses the college facilities.
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Cox North Cafeteria
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Cox South Cafeteria
Fountain Plaza
The specific wing and entrance area designated for Cox College within the larger complex.
SONIS
The student information system used for checking grades, schedules, and financial aid.
The Badge
The mandatory identification card required for building access and clinical site entry.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 16 Week Classes runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
6 approved campus terms and 8 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Springfield for Cox College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Springfield.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$900

Cost of Living Index

88

Student Population

45,000

City Transportation

Walkability

34

Bikeability

46

Public Transit

City Utilities Transit (bus)

Nearest Airports

Springfield–Branson National Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

56.1°F

Avg Snowfall

17 in

Data sources: 2024 US Census estimates, 2020 Decennial Census, FRED St. Louis Fed

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Cox College Parking Lot

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Student parking is designated by white lines; permits required annually.

Campus News

Latest updates from Cox College

Alliance for Healthcare Education kicks off its first official year

The Alliance, which includes CoxHealth, Missouri State University, Ozarks Tech, and Springfield Public Schools, began its first full year serving approximately 650 students.

Aug 24, 2026

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Alliance signage installed at Cox North campus

New signage for The Alliance for Healthcare Education was installed at the Cox North campus, marking a major milestone as Cox College enters its final transition year.

Jul 20, 2026

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CMH investment opens no-cost Alliance health care pathway to Bolivar juniors

Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) announced full tuition support for Bolivar students to participate in the Alliance for Healthcare Education beginning in the 2026-2027 school year.

May 18, 2026

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Campus follows standard CoxHealth safety protocols; no specific active emergency alerts reported as of Nov 5, 2026.

Campus follows standard CoxHealth safety protocols; no specific active emergency alerts reported as of Nov 5, 2026.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Cox College

CoxHealth 11th Annual Heart and Vascular Summit

November 6, 2026

Cox Medical Center South - Foster Auditorium, Springfield, MO

An annual educational summit focusing on heart and vascular health, presented by CoxHealth Education Center.

Last Day to Withdraw with a 'W' Grade

November 9, 2026

Cox College

The final deadline for students to withdraw from a course with a 'W' grade for the 16-week and 2nd 8-week sessions.

Mid-Term Week

November 9, 2026

Cox College Campus / Online

Mid-term examinations for the Fall 2026 semester taking place from November 9 to November 13.

Mid-Term Grades Due

November 17, 2026

Cox College

Deadline for faculty to submit mid-term grades for the Fall 2026 semester.

Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026

Campus-wide

Thanksgiving break with no classes held from November 23 to November 27.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@coxcollege.edu

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