Friday, November 13, 2009

Best Colleges 2010

Missouri University of Science & Technology

Work 106 Parker Hall, 300 W. 13th Street Rolla, MO 65409-0910
Work(573) 341-4165
Web site: http://www.mst.edu
  • 128Rank
  • 33Score
Tier 1
College Category:
National Universities

Overview : Missouri University of Science & Technology

General Information  
Institutional Control: Public
Year founded: 1870
Religious affiliation: N/A
Academic calendar: semester
Total number of undergraduates: 4,912
Setting: urban
Endowment: $124,022,531
Fall Admissions  
Application deadline: 7/1
Application fee: $35
Fall 2008 Acceptance rate: 91.6%
Selectivity: more selective
Expenses  
Costs: 2009-2010 In-state: $8,498; Out-of-state: $19,589
Mission  
School mission: Widely recognized as one of our nation's best universities for engineering, sciences, computer science and technology, the Missouri University of Science and Technology emphasizes personal attention and academic rigor in all degrees, including programs in information science, business and liberal arts. Emphasis on leadership opportunities, undergraduate research projects and practical education through co-ops, internships, design team, and other experience learning means graduates are well-prepared for the future they choose. A 95% career placement rate across all majors, frequent multiple job offers, and a 90-plus placement rate to medical, law and other professional schools tells the tale: Missouri S&T offers a terrific undergraduate experience and value for your money. Founded in 1870 as the Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy, Missouri S&T was the first technological school west of the Mississippi River and one of the first in the U.S. For over 130 years, Missouri S&T graduates have excelled in engineering, computer science, technology and hundreds of our liberal arts graduates have made their mark in professions, teaching, literature and many other fields.

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