Missouri University of Science and Technology

  • 8/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Rolla, MO
  • 0 reviews
#1 Best Public Universities in Missouri

Overview

Total enrollment

7,154
Missouri University of Science and Technology overview
Missouri University of Science and Technology overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is located in Rolla, Missouri, approximately 100 miles southwest of St. Louis in the Ozark Mountains region. Established in 1870 as the Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy, the institution maintains its heritage as a technological research university while operating as part of the University of Missouri System. The 284-acre campus features a mix of modern research facilities and historic limestone buildings, with the Havener Center serving as a central hub for student activities. Missouri S&T is known for its engineering programs, particularly in mining, aerospace, mechanical, and civil engineering, along with computer science and applied mathematics. Students typically reside in traditional residence halls or university-approved housing during their first two years, while the campus maintains specialized research facilities including an experimental mine and nuclear reactor.

Ratings

Missouri University of Science and Technology is rated within the top 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    8 out of 10
  • Academics
    9 out of 10
  • Resources
    6 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    8 out of 10
  • Value
    9 out of 10

Admissions

Admission Standards

Very High
Missouri University of Science and Technology admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1190/1420
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 25/31
  • GPA 3.81

Acceptance Rate

72.5%
Missouri University of Science and Technology applications overview
  • Applications Due Jul 1, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 20.9%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Missouri Resident Tuition

$14,984

Out of State Resident Tuition

$33,248

Breakdown

In State Costs for Missouri University of Science and Technology
  • Tuition $14,984
  • Books and Supplies $488
  • Other Fees $1,328
  • Room and Board $12,862
  • Budget for Other Expenses $2,342
  • Total One Year Cost $32,004

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$68,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

67% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Missouri University of Science and Technology are Engineering, Computer and Information Sciences, and Engineering Technology. 69% of students major in Engineering, 8% in Computer and Information Sciences, and 5% in Engineering Technology.

  • Engineering 69%
  • Computer and Information Sciences 8%
  • Engineering Technology 5%
  • Biology 4%
  • Business 3%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=178411.

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Last updated: August 2026