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Missouri University of Science and Technology

Rolla, Missouri 65409

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Top graduate earnings — known for engineering

Missouri University of Science and Technology is a public institution in Rolla with particular strength in engineering and computer science. With an average SAT of 1287, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 5.5K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $82,957 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,773.

Established
1870
Motto
Salus populi suprema lex esto
Mascot
Joe Miner
Type
Public research university
Conference
Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II

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73%Acceptance
1287SAT Avg
5,467Students
19:1Student:Faculty
64%Grad Rate
$82,957Earnings 10yr
$13,773Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Missouri University of Science and Technology Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate73.1%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1287

Reading & WritingMid: 660
560670
MathMid: 715
590708

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 29
2531

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

73.1%

Trend

SAT Avg

1287

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$14,278
Tuition (out-of-state)$31,678
Room & Board$11,762
Books & Supplies$886
Total Cost of Attendance$25,653
Average Net Price$13,773
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,530
$30–48K$10,333
$48–75K$12,585
$75–110K$16,140
$110K+$16,558

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$13,773

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

6000.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

34

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (139)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
5,467
Gender Split
23% / 77%
Women / Men
First Generation
22%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%

Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Black 3%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 4%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate63.6%
Freshman Retention86.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$69,295
8 Years$75,241
10 Years$82,957

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$56,800
Men
$76,300

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

88Low

Estimated from MO state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

St. Louispop. 290K
97 mi(168 min)
Kansas Citypop. 500K
171 mi(296 min)
Nashvillepop. 690K
302 mi(523 min)

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