Missouri University of Science and Technology: what international applicants need

What are Missouri University of Science and Technology's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Missouri University of Science and Technology admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Missouri University of Science and Technology's acceptance rate?

72.5% for students who started in fall 2024: Missouri University of Science and Technology admitted 6,059 of its 8,352 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Missouri University of Science and Technology require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Missouri University of Science and Technology is test-flexible for 2026–27: it accepts other exams in place of the SAT or ACT, and its testing page lists which ones.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Missouri University of Science and Technology?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 610–730 in Math and 580–690 in Reading and Writing (13% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 25–31.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Missouri University of Science and Technology's application fee for international students?

Missouri University of Science and Technology charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Missouri University of Science and Technology accept?

Missouri University of Science and Technology doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Missouri University of Science and Technology require?

Missouri University of Science and Technology doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Missouri University of Science and Technology require the Common App personal essay?

No. Missouri University of Science and Technology doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Missouri University of Science and Technology have?

177 of Missouri University of Science and Technology's 5,552 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Missouri University of Science and Technology cost for international students?

Missouri University of Science and Technology is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $33,248 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $14,984). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $12,862. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $48,940 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Missouri University of Science and Technology give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, Missouri University of Science and Technology gave institutional scholarships or grants to 186 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26 Source