Campus & Student Life at Missouri University of Science and Technology

Home to about 6,083 undergraduates in 2020, Missouri University of Science and Technology is a public university located in Rolla, Missouri. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, Missouri University of Science and Technology offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Missouri University of Science and Technology can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Missouri University of Science and Technology Guide to Distance and Online Learning.

Missouri University of Science and Technology Has a Disability Services Site

Individuals with disabilities make up 6.0% of the student population at Missouri University of Science and Technology. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Missouri University of Science and Technology Disability Services.

Missouri University of Science and Technology for the Military

While not a "service academy", Missouri University of Science and Technology does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs and there is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Missouri University of Science and Technology Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Missouri University of Science and Technology for Veterans Guide.

Freshmen Living Arrangements at Missouri University of Science and Technology

Missouri University of Science and Technology offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.

* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.

Full-time vs. Part-time Studies at Missouri University of Science and Technology

There were 6,083 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 5,412 (89.0%). Part-time attendance was 671 (11.0%).

Missouri University of Science and Technology is Ranked #2,500 for Overall Diversity

Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Missouri University of Science and Technology is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Missouri University of Science and Technology #2500 out of 3,451.

The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.

You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Missouri University of Science and Technology by looking closer at the ethnic,  gender,  age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Missouri University of Science and Technology Diversity Guide.

Missouri University of Science and Technology Competes in the NCAA

Missouri University of Science and Technology has a total of 492 student athletes, 351 men and 141 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.

Athletics Financing

For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Missouri University of Science and Technology Athletics