Missouri University of Science and Technology
Rolla, Missouri · Public, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$16,298
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.4%
Admission rate
73%
Undergrad size
5,521
In-state tuition
$14,984
Out-of-state tuition
$33,248
Cost of attendance
$29,231
Median earnings (10y)
$82,957
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,317
- ACT midpoint
- 29
- Retention
- 86.6%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Heavily focused on stem (90% of credentials).
- STEM90%
- Business3%
- Humanities & arts3%
- Social sciences4%
- Engineering63.1%~3,482 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science13.0%~717 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering tech6.3%~345 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business3.3%~182 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~173 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~163 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education2.2%~119 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History1.6%~88 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology1.4%~80 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.4%~75 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.8%~44 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences0.4%~22 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 443 | $67,693 | $22,786 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 242 | $61,379 | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 235 | $68,160 | $23,619 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Graduate certificate | 195 | $72,094 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 186 | $72,376 | $24,875 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Master's | 181 | $97,332 | — |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 172 | $64,363 | $24,250 |
| Engineering, Other. | Graduate certificate | 163 | $71,649 | — |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Bachelor's | 154 | $67,444 | $22,699 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Bachelor's | 137 | $66,527 | $28,000 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 121 | $68,052 | $27,000 |
| Geological/Geophysical Engineering. | Master's | 104 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 103 | $30,701 | $25,250 |
| Geological/Geophysical Engineering. | Graduate certificate | 80 | $73,130 | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 79 | $57,932 | $25,750 |
| Architectural Engineering. | Bachelor's | 69 | $62,662 | $27,000 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor's | 59 | $53,332 | $24,242 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 58 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 56 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Master's | 52 | — | — |
| Ceramic Sciences and Engineering. | Bachelor's | 51 | $55,001 | $22,655 |
| Systems Engineering. | Graduate certificate | 51 | — | — |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | $27,000 |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | $24,107 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master's | 44 | — | — |
| Nuclear Engineering. | Bachelor's | 44 | $52,882 | $23,354 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Systems Engineering. | Master's | 39 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master's | 37 | — | — |
| Mining and Mineral Engineering. | Bachelor's | 37 | $74,419 | $28,000 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Graduate certificate | 37 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 36 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Graduate certificate | 35 | — | — |
| Mining and Mineral Engineering. | Master's | 34 | — | — |
| Petroleum Engineering. | Bachelor's | 34 | $80,601 | $28,950 |
| Metallurgical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 33 | $72,706 | $27,000 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 32 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 31 | $27,903 | $24,900 |
| Geological/Geophysical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 29 | $53,188 | $20,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Missouri University of Science and Technology
Missouri University of Science and Technology is a large institution located in Rolla, Missouri, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 5,521 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Engineering, Computer science, Engineering tech.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Missouri University of Science and Technology — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,298 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $14,984 for in-state students and $33,248 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $29,231 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 86.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $82,957 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Missouri University of Science and Technology confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Engineering, Computer science, Engineering tech. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (90% of credentials), social sciences (4% of credentials), business (3% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Missouri University of Science and Technology accepts 73% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,317. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 29.
Location & campus
Set in Rolla, Missouri (town), Missouri University of Science and Technology draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Missouri University of Science and Technology
Q.How much does Missouri University of Science and Technology cost?
The average net price at Missouri University of Science and Technology is $16,298 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $29,231.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Missouri University of Science and Technology has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Missouri University of Science and Technology admits 73% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Missouri University of Science and Technology graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Missouri University of Science and Technology graduate earns $82,957 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Published tuition is $14,984 in-state and $33,248 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Missouri University of Science and Technology located?
Missouri University of Science and Technology is located in Rolla, Missouri (ZIP 65409).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Missouri University of Science and Technology at their official website.