Missouri University of Science & Technology (MST)

Missouri S&T was founded in 1870 and is located in Rolla. Historic downtown borders the campus.

• over 7,000 students,
• over 100 degrees in 40 areas of study.

MST is a medium-sized, non-profit, public institution of higher education. 15% of the student community are from other countries. About 400 highly qualified teachers represent the academic staff of the university. The doors of the school are open to both citizens and foreign applicants. Students and teachers of the institution can use exchange programs. There is also the possibility of distance learning. Missouri University of Science & Technology consists of the College of Engineering and Computer Engineering, the College of Arts, Sciences and Business.

The College of Engineering and Computing has eighteen engineering and computational undergraduate programs, while the College of Arts, Sciences and Business offers studies in the humanities, biological and physical sciences, education, business, behavioral sciences and military science.

Missouri S&T is a STEM-focused research university with historical strengths in mining and materials science. It has an Experimental Mine.

The curriculum combines theory with practical experience. Estimated completion times for undergraduate programs are based on eight-semester degree plans and may vary with course availability.

Some online courses allow students to participate synchronously or asynchronously. Class recordings remain available for review throughout the semester. Classes are small and include direct interaction with professors and other students.

Academic advisors help online students develop a suitable plan of study.

Areas of study include:

• computing,
• engineering,
• arts,
• business and economics,
• sciences,
• education.

• In 2020, Fred and June Kummer made a transformative gift to Missouri S&T,
• Missouri S&T is part of the four-campus University of Missouri System.

• high school students can take college-level courses at Missouri S&T and earn credit,
• on-campus undergraduates can take graduate-level courses to earn credit early and begin working toward an advanced degree,
• a degree earned through a Missouri S&T online program is the same as one earned on campus.

The MST student campus is an ergonomically equipped space for a full-fledged learning process, recreation and sports. It has student dormitories with different types of accommodation, including suites, single rooms, and rooms for several people. There is an opportunity to live on the territory of student communities, the development of which is given much attention in the university. Student campus security is monitored by university police. For medical care, a medical center is organized, which conducts a scheduled medical examination and provides first aid if necessary, and also advises students on contraception.

Much attention at the University of Missouri Science and Technology is devoted to the development of students' cultural life. On the campus is a theater, which periodically hosts various shows and productions. Some of them, especially for students, are free. It also has its own radio station, where the students themselves work as DJs. For the convenience of students on campus there are numerous cafes and restaurants, in which national cuisines of different countries are widely represented, as well as traditional American cuisine. At any time, students can come to the library to prepare for classes. To do this, the library has all the conditions: reading rooms, education rooms, equipped with a computer and Internet access, access to electronic resources.

Students who want to play sports have all the possibilities for this. There are teams for game sports, there are sections for athletics, fitness, yoga. Intercollegiate teams that compete in Ncaa Division II include men's baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, soccer, swimming, as well as athletics, women's basketball, cross-country, football, softball, athletics and volleyball. University life is widely covered on the official website of the university, as well as on social networks (Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Flickr).

Research

The university’s research activities focus on interdisciplinary research. Experience has shown that such studies are more productive and productive. Research centers are equipped with modern equipment and advanced laboratories. The main areas of research:

• engineering;
• microbiology;
• applied Physics;
• the medicine;
• biochemistry.

Missouri University of Science & Technology has created the conditions for full-fledged education of students with disabilities. They consist in helping to create an inclusive and accessible university community, where students with disabilities have equal opportunities for full participation in all aspects of the educational environment, and teachers and staff promote student independence and provide the conditions for recognizing their abilities.

The university seeks to help students and graduates realize their career plans, providing assistance to students at all stages of their careers: from summer internships to working together and full time. For this purpose, a career development center is organized at the university.

GRE or GMAT scores are not required for online students applying to a graduate certificate program.

• Kummer Vanguard Scholars receive annual financial support for four years, along with mentorship, innovation experiences, and leadership development,
• high-achieving students with a GPA of at least 3.4 and an ACT score of at least 26 or an SAT score of at least 1240 are eligible for Kummer Vanguard Scholars,
• Missouri S&T academic departments offer separate scholarships for students in specific majors.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision