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Missouri University of Science and Technology

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Town: Remote
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 2,209
Student to faculty ratio 19 to 1
Acceptance rate 85%
Students retention rate 85%
On-time graduation rate 63%

Located in Rolla, Missouri, Missouri S&T is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 85% indicates that Missouri S&T is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Missouri University of Science and Technology is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Missouri S&T is 19-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Missouri is 16-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

Missouri S&T boasts an impressive student retention rate of 85% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 72% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

85.4%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,813

Cost of attendance at Missouri University of Science and Technology in 2022 for students from Missouri.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Missouri's average $9,083
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$29,097

Cost of attendance at Missouri University of Science and Technology in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Missouri's average $19,257
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 80 of freshman students at Missouri University of Science and Technology received on average $12,040 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$12,040
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 192 17% $4,525 $868,882
Other Federal Grant 509 46% $3,711 $1,888,792
State Grant/Scholarships 403 37% $2,967 $1,195,902
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 795 72% $9,508 $7,558,768
Total Grant & Scholarships 884 80% $12,040 $10,643,462

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Missouri University of Science and Technology students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Missouri University of Science and Technology students is 63.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 73.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 60.5%.

63.4%

  • asian 64.3% 27 students
  • African American 29.6% 13 students
  • white 65.8% 805 students
  • unknown 62.2% 23 students
  • hispanic 44.4% 24 students
  • International Students 72.2% 13 students
  • Mixed Race 47.4% 18 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Great Lakes Valley Conference
  • Baseball Great Lakes Valley Conference
  • Basketball Great Lakes Valley Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Great Lakes Valley Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Missouri University of Science and Technology provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Missouri University of Science and Technology offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)