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Missouri University of Science and Technology is a co-educational, public university located in Rolla, Missouri. It was formerly known as University of Missouri–Rolla, until January 1, 2008. It is a part of the University of Missouri System. The university was established in 1870 as the Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy. In 1964, it was given university status and was renamed the University of Missouri at Rolla.
The academic departments of Missouri S&T include the following:
Missouri St&T's sports teams are known as the Miners. Baseball, basketball, cross country, track & field, football, soccer, swimming, softball and volleyball teams are all sponsored by the university.
The main campus of Missouri University Of Science And Technology is in Rolla, MO (a self-contained town). The school is a public school. Missouri University Of Science And Technology offers degrees up to the Doctoral degree.
The school offers more choices of majors than most colleges its size. Missouri University Of Science And Technology students most commonly major in a field related to science, engineering, and computer science and engineering.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 550 to 680. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007 had SAT math scores of 590 or more.
The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at Missouri University Of Science And Technology are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007, the school had 6,166 enrolled students. Males make up the lion's share of the student body at Missouri University Of Science And Technology.
The school makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at the school belong to the Great Lakes Valley Conference and Other for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Missouri University Of Science And Technology
1870 Miner Circle
Rolla, MO 65409
General Phone: (573) 341-4111
http://www.mst.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 957 | mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, architectural engineering, ... |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 201 | computer and info science, computer engineering, information science, computer engineering courses, data processing tech, information technology |
| Science | 116 | biology, chemistry, geological and earth sciences, physics, biological and biomedical sciences |
| Liberal Arts | 39 | history, English, economics, technical and business writing |
| Business And Management | 24 | business and related services |
| Therapy And Counseling | 23 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 21 | applied mathematics, mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for Missouri University Of Science And Technology in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 834 | 27 |
| Master's degree | 356 | 27 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 127 | 14 |
| Doctor's degree | 63 | 15 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 1 |
In 2007, Missouri University Of Science And Technology had a total enrollment of 6,166 students (5,529 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 80% |
| Women | 20% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 74% |
| Graduate | 26% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 11% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 77% |
| Illinois | 8% |
| Kansas | 3% |
| Oklahoma | 2% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 87 % |
| Part-Time | 89 % |
Missouri University Of Science And Technology offers campus housing for 1,790 of its 5,529 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Rolla, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,447 | 2,201 | 90% | 1,041 | 47% |
| Men | 1,883 | 1,692 | 90% | 832 | 49% |
| Women | 563 | 508 | 90% | 209 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 550 | 680 |
| SAT Math | 590 | 690 |
| SAT Writing | 550 | 680 |
| ACT Verbal | 24 | 31 |
| ACT Math | 26 | 32 |
| ACT Composite | 25 | 31 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 10% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,085 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,030 |
| Room and board | $ 6,115 |
| Room charge | $ 4,105 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,555 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,256 |
Financial Aid:
Missouri University Of Science And Technology participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 251700)
Missouri University Of Science And Technology has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 185 | 17 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 51 | 21 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 76 | 28 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 13 | $112,948 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 3 | $50,913 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 6 | $38,799 | 4 | $42,580 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 6 | $44,060 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 30 | $77,676 | 11 | $59,089 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 96 | $104,299 | 7 | $99,340 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 74 | $76,094 | 8 | $66,611 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 51 | $67,692 | 21 | $66,589 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 20 | $56,031 | 7 | $43,235 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 243 | $83,652 | 46 | $66,678 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Other |
| Basketball | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
| Baseball | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
| Track | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 197 | 52 | 249 |
| Football | 92 | 0 | 92 |
| Track | 24 | 16 | 40 |
| Baseball | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| Basketball | 10 | 12 | 22 |
| All Other Sports | 44 | 24 | 68 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Engineering, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Information Science/Studies
Information Technology
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Ceramic Sciences and Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering Mechanics
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Geological/Geophysical Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Mining and Mineral Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
Structural Engineering
Systems Engineering
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Technical and Business Writing
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Missouri University Of Science And Technology Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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