Missouri University of Science and Technology Acceptance Rate
Rolla, Missouri · Public · 4-year or above
- Applicants
- 8,181
- Admitted
- 5,978
- Yield
- 20%
- Test policy
- Test-optional
Latest official IPEDS 2023–24 · Updated July 2026
Acceptance rate & applications over time
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Over the 10 years of federal data, Missouri University of Science and Technology's acceptance rate has fallen from 85.9% in 2014–15 to 73.1% in 2023–24. Applications grew from 3,577 to 8,181 (+129%) over that period.
Its 73.1% rate makes Missouri University of Science and Technology more selective than about 57% of the 1,419 schools tracked here. Among 32 tracked Missouri schools, it is more selective than about 50%.
In 2023–24, men were admitted at a higher rate (70% for women vs 74.6% for men, a 4.6-point gap). Missouri University of Science and Technology has been test-optional since 2018–19. Of admitted students, 20% enrolled (the yield rate) in 2023–24.
Full year-by-year table
| Year | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance | Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | 3,577 | 3,071 | 85.9% | 1,288 |
| 2015–16 | 3,592 | 3,164 | 88.1% | 1,489 |
| 2016–17 | 4,166 | 3,305 | 79.3% | 1,482 |
| 2017–18 | 3,876 | 3,237 | 83.5% | 1,426 |
| 2018–19 | 4,332 | 3,646 | 84.2% | 1,325 |
| 2019–20 | 5,062 | 4,008 | 79.2% | 1,145 |
| 2020–21 | 5,528 | 4,503 | 81.5% | 1,111 |
| 2021–22 | 5,533 | 4,725 | 85.4% | 1,188 |
| 2022–23 | 6,311 | 5,143 | 81.5% | 1,146 |
| 2023–24 | 8,181 | 5,978 | 73.1% | 1,196 |
Acceptance rate by gender
| Group | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women | 2,772 | 1,940 | 70% |
| Men | 5,399 | 4,029 | 74.6% |
| Unknown | 10 | 9 | 90% |
SAT / ACT ranges & policy
Test-optional (considered if submitted).
| Test | 25th–75th percentile | % submitting |
|---|---|---|
| SAT EBRW | 560–670 | 10% |
| SAT Math | 590–708 | |
| ACT Composite | 25–31 | 82% |
How Missouri University of compares
Where this school sits among peers of similar selectivity — each dot is a school's current acceptance rate on the same scale.
Frequently asked
What is Missouri University of Science and Technology's acceptance rate?
Missouri University of Science and Technology's acceptance rate is 73.1% for 2023–24, the most recent year of federal IPEDS data (5,978 admitted of 8,181 applicants).
Is Missouri University of Science and Technology test optional?
Missouri University of Science and Technology is test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are considered if submitted but not required.
How many people apply to Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Missouri University of Science and Technology received 8,181 applications in 2023–24 and admitted 5,978.
What SAT score do you need for Missouri University of Science and Technology?
Admitted students at Missouri University of Science and Technology typically scored 560–670 on SAT Reading/Writing and 590–708 on SAT Math (middle-50% ranges).
Is Missouri University of Science and Technology getting harder to get into?
Missouri University of Science and Technology has become harder to get into: its acceptance rate went from 85.9% in 2014–15 to 73.1% in 2023–24.
How this is calculated
Acceptance rate = admitted ÷ applicants, first-time degree-seeking undergraduates, from the U.S. Department of Education's IPEDS Admissions (ADM) survey; institution details from the IPEDS Institutional Characteristics (HD) survey. Data span: 2014–15 to 2023–24. Official site: https://www.mst.edu/.