Missouri University of Science and Technology Acceptance
Missouri University of Science and Technology is a public research university in Rolla, Missouri, serving roughly 5,521 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 72.55% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $82,957 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,984
- 2024 Average Net Price: $16,298 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 72.55% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 5,521 92.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 64.37%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 22.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 25.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 0.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 82.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1317
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,805
- Applicants (IPEDS): 8,181
- Room & Board: $12,862 annual estimate
Missouri University of Science and Technology: what the data shows
Common questions about Missouri University of Science and Technology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Missouri University of Science and Technology is located in Rolla, MO (ZIP 65409).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Missouri University of Science and Technology public or private?
Missouri University of Science and Technology is a Public institution.
How much does Missouri University of Science and Technology cost?
Published tuition: $14,984 in-state, $33,248 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $16,298.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,912 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,027 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,330 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,241 |
| $110,001+ | $20,088 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $59,936.
How hard is it to get into Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Admission rate: 72.55%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1317 and midpoint ACT 29.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Total enrollment: 5,521 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,805 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,602 students.
About 92% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Missouri University of Science and Technology?
150%-time completion rate: 64.37%.
First-year retention: 86.6%.
What do graduates of Missouri University of Science and Technology earn?
Median earnings: $69,295 six years after entry; $82,957 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
22.79% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Missouri University of Science and Technology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Engineering/Industrial Management (248 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (246 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (231 completions)
- Civil Engineering, General (160 completions)
- Geological/Geophysical Engineering (132 completions)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (115 completions)
- Chemical Engineering (108 completions)
- Information Science/Studies (99 completions)
- Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General (87 completions)
- Engineering, Other (77 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Missouri University of Science and Technology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 72.55%; completion rate 64.37%; median earnings $82,957 at 10 years; net price $16,298. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$14,984
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Missouri University of Science and Technology was $14,984.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$16,298
2024 Value
In 2024 Missouri University of Science and Technology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,298.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$65,192 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$16,298 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$59,936 4-Year In-State Tuition
$132,992 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,862 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$488 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$28,334 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$113,336 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
22.79% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
40.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Missouri University of Science and Technology was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Missouri University of Science and Technology in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $9,510 | $24,675 | $15,153 |
| 2014 | $8,961 | $23,771 | $14,874 |
| 2015 | $9,048 | $24,470 | $14,096 |
| 2016 | $9,057 | $25,173 | $14,303 |
| 2017 | $9,246 | $25,918 | $14,473 |
| 2018 | $9,440 | $26,461 | $14,205 |
| 2019 | $9,936 | $27,484 | $14,262 |
| 2020 | $10,165 | $28,116 | $12,964 |
| 2021 | $10,813 | $29,097 | $12,682 |
| 2022 | $11,365 | $29,809 | $13,799 |
| 2023 | $14,278 | $31,678 | $13,773 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
72.55% Acceptance Rate
8,181 Total Applicants
5,978 Students Admitted
1,196 First-Time Students Enrolled
20.01% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1317
ACT Average: 29
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.5 - 3.7
Estimated Median GPA: 3.60
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Missouri University of Science and Technology reported total enrollment of about 5,521 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 77% male and 23% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (73.0%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (5.3%). About 22.79% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 22.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
92.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Missouri University of Science and Technology in 2024 is 5,521 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,805 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,602 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
86.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 73.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.97% 100% Completion Time
64.37% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.97% of students graduating from Missouri University of Science and Technology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Engineering/Industrial Management: 81% male / 19% female
- Mechanical Engineering: 90% male / 10% female
- Computer and Information Sciences, General: 79% male / 21% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$82,957 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
28.03% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1172.50% Return on Investment
2.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 57 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Engineering/Industrial Management: 248 completions
2. Mechanical Engineering: 246 completions
3. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 231 completions
4. Civil Engineering, General: 160 completions
5. Geological/Geophysical Engineering: 132 completions
6. Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 115 completions
7. Chemical Engineering: 108 completions
8. Information Science/Studies: 99 completions
9. Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General: 87 completions
Most popular programs at Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Missouri University of Science and Technology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Missouri University of Science and Technology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 82.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $12,726
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $15,588
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Missouri University of Science and Technology is a public institution located in Rolla, MO, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Engineering/Industrial Management, Mechanical Engineering, Computer and Information Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 5,521 students. Student body composition includes White (73.0%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.5%), Hispanic or Latino (5.3%). The admission rate is 72.55%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1317. The 150%-time completion rate is 64.37%. Approximately 22.79% of students receive Pell Grants. About 22.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Rolla, MO 65409
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Strong Career Outcomes: Missouri University of Science and Technology graduates report median earnings of $82,957 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 57 distinct degree programs, Missouri University of Science and Technology provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Missouri University of Science and Technology located?
Missouri University of Science and Technology is located in Rolla, MO.
What is Missouri University of Science and Technology's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Missouri University of Science and Technology is 72.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 8,181 applicants and 5,978 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Missouri University of Science and Technology cost?
Reported tuition is $14,984 and average net price is $16,298 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,862 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Missouri University of Science and Technology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,805 students, White (73.0%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Missouri University of Science and Technology?
About 22.5% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Missouri University of Science and Technology reports midpoint SAT about 1317 and midpoint ACT about 29.
What do graduates of Missouri University of Science and Technology earn?
Median earnings are $69,295 six years after entry and $82,957 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Missouri University of Science and Technology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 64.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Missouri University of Science and Technology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
Is Missouri University of Science and Technology public or private?
Missouri University of Science and Technology is a public institution located in Rolla, MO.
Is Missouri University of Science and Technology an HBCU?
No. Missouri University of Science and Technology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Missouri University of Science and Technology a tribal college?
No. Missouri University of Science and Technology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Missouri college costs
- Missouri colleges by ROI
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Missouri
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.