PRICE T ROWE MID CAP GROWTH FUND INC
497K3B, 2000-01-24
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                                                             January 1, 2000
 FUND PROFILE
T. ROWE PRICE
Mid-Cap Growth Fund

 A stock fund for institutional investors seeking long-term capital appreciation
 through investments in medium-sized growth companies.
This profile summarizes key information about the fund that is included in the
fund's prospectus. The fund's prospectus includes additional information about
the fund, including a more detailed description of the risks associated with
investing in the fund that you may want to consider before you invest. You may
obtain the prospectus and other information about the fund at no cost by calling
1-800-638-5660, or by visiting our Web site at www.troweprice.com.

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 What is the fund's objective?

   The fund seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing in
   mid-cap stocks with potential for above-average earnings growth.


 What is the fund's principal investment strategy?

   We will invest at least 65% of the fund's assets in a diversified portfolio
   of common stocks of mid-cap companies whose earnings T. Rowe Price expects to
   grow at a faster rate than the average company. We define mid-cap companies
   as those whose market capitalization (number of shares outstanding multiplied
   by share price) falls within the range of companies in the S&P MidCap Index.
   However, the fund will not automatically sell or cease to purchase stock of a
   company it already owns just because the company's market capitalization
   grows or falls outside this range.

   As "growth" investors, we believe that when a company's earnings grow faster
   than both inflation and the overall economy, the market will eventually
   reward it with a higher stock price.

   In selecting investments, we generally favor companies that:

  . have proven products or services;

  . have a record of above-average earnings growth;

  . have demonstrated potential to sustain earnings growth;

  . operate in industries experiencing increasing demand; or

  . have stock prices that appear to undervalue their growth prospects.

   While most assets will be invested in U.S. common stocks, other securities
   may also be purchased, including foreign stocks, futures, and options, in
   keeping with fund objectives.

   The fund may sell securities for a variety of reasons, such as to secure
   gains, limit losses, or redeploy assets into more promising opportunities.

   Further information about the fund's investments, including a review of
   market conditions and fund strategies and their impact on performance, is
   available in the annual and semiannual shareholder reports. To obtain free
   copies of any of these documents, call 1-800-638-5660.


 What are the main risks of investing in the fund?

   As with all equity funds, this fund's share price can fall because of
   weakness in the broad market, a particular industry, or specific holdings.
   The market as a whole can decline for many reasons, including adverse
   political or economic developments here or abroad, changes in investor
   psychology, or heavy institutional selling. The prospects for an industry or
   company may deteriorate because of a variety of factors, including
   disappointing earnings or changes in
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   the competitive environment. In addition, our assessment of companies held in
   the fund may prove incorrect, resulting in losses or poor performance even in
   a rising market. Finally, the fund's investment approach could fall out of
   favor with the investing public, resulting in lagging performance versus
   other types of stock funds.

   The stocks of mid-cap companies entail greater risk and are usually more
   volatile than the shares of large companies. In addition, growth stocks can
   be volatile for several reasons. Since they usually reinvest a high
   proportion of earnings in their own businesses, they may lack the dividend
   associated with value stocks that can cushion their decline in a falling
   market. Also, since investors buy these stocks because of their expected
   superior earnings growth, earnings disappointments often result in sharp
   price declines.

   To the extent that the fund invests in foreign stocks, it is also subject to
   the risk that some holdings may lose value because of declining foreign
   currencies or adverse political or economic events overseas. If the fund uses
   futures and options, it is exposed to additional volatility and potential
   losses.

   As with any mutual fund, there can be no guarantee the fund will achieve its
   objective.

  . The fund's share price may decline, so when you sell your shares, you may
   lose money. An investment in the fund is not a deposit of a bank and is not
   insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any
   other government agency.


 How can I tell if the fund is appropriate for me?

   Consider your investment goals, your time horizon for achieving them, and
   your tolerance for risk. If you can accept the greater risk of investing in
   mid-cap growth companies in an effort to achieve superior capital
   appreciation, the fund could be an appropriate part of your overall
   investment strategy. This fund should not represent your complete investment
   program or be used for short-term trading purposes.

   The fund can be used in both regular and tax-deferred accounts, such as IRAs.

  . Equity investors should have a long-term investment horizon and be willing
   to wait out bear markets.


 How has the fund performed in the past?

   The bar chart showing calendar year returns and the average annual total
   return table indicate risk by illustrating how much returns can differ from
   one year to the next. The fund's past performance is no guarantee of its
   future returns.
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   The fund can also experience short-term performance swings, as shown by the
   best and worst calendar quarter returns during the years depicted in the
   chart.
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<CAPTION>
           Calendar Year Total Returns
  "93"   "94"   "95"   "96"   "97"   "98"    "99"
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 <S>    <C>    <C>    <C>    <C>    <C>    <C>
 26.24  0.29   40.95  24.84  18.33  22.00   23.78
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          Quarter ended              Total return

 Best quarter                           12/31/98 26.79%

 Worst quarter                           9/30/98 -17.48%


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 Table 1  Average Annual Total Returns
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                                            Periods ended
                                          December 31, 1999
                                                          Since inception
                                 1 year      5 years       (06/30/1992)
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 <S>                           <C>          <C>          <C>
  Mid-Cap Growth Fund               23.78%       25.75%          23.79%

  S&P MidCap 400 Index              14.72        23.05           18.61
  Russell Midcap Growth Index       51.29        28.02           21.83
  Lipper Mid Cap Fund Index         44.05        24.44           20.21
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 These figures include changes in principal value, reinvested dividends, and
 capital gain distributions.


 What fees or expenses will I pay?

   The fund is 100% no load. There are no other fees or charges to buy or sell
   fund shares, reinvest dividends, or exchange into other T. Rowe Price funds.
   There are no 12b-1 fees.
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 Table 2  Fees and Expenses of the Fund
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                                               Annual fund operating expenses
                                        (expenses that are deducted from fund assets)
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 <S>                                   <C>
  Management fee                                           0.67%/ // /
  Other expenses                                           0.24%
  Total annual fund operating                              0.91%/ // /
  expenses
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   Example.  The following table gives you a rough idea of how expense ratios
   may translate into dollars and helps you to compare the cost of investing in
   this fund with that of other funds. Although your actual costs may be higher
   or lower, the table shows how much you would pay if operating expenses remain
   the same, you invest $10,000, you earn a 5% annual return, and you hold the
   investment for the following periods:
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   1 year      3 years      5 years       10 years
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 <S>         <C>          <C>          <C>
    $93         $290         $504          $1,120
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 Who manages the fund?

   The fund is managed by T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. Founded in 1937, T.
   Rowe Price and its affiliates manage investments for individual and
   institutional accounts. The company offers a comprehensive array of stock,
   bond, and money market funds directly to the investing public.

   Brian W.H. Berghuis manages the fund day-to-day and has been chairman of its
   Investment Advisory Committee since 1992. He joined T. Rowe Price in 1985 and
   has been managing investments since 1988.


 Note: The following questions and answers about buying and selling shares and
 services do not apply to employer-sponsored retirement plans. If you are a
 participant in one of these plans, please call your plan's toll-free number for
 additional information.


 How can I purchase shares?

   Fill out the New Account Form and return it with your check in the postpaid
   envelope. The minimum initial purchase is $2,500 ($1,000 for IRAs and gifts
   or transfers to minors). The minimum subsequent investment is $100 ($50 for
   IRAs, gifts or transfers to minors, or Automatic Asset Builder). You can also
   open an account by bank wire, by exchanging from another T. Rowe Price fund,
   or by transferring assets from another financial institution.


 How can I sell shares?

   You may redeem or sell any portion of your account on any business day.
   Simply write to us or call. You can also access your account at any time via
   Tele*Access /(R)/ or our Web site. We offer convenient exchange among our
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   entire family of domestic and international funds. Restrictions may apply in
   special circumstances, and some redemption requests need a signature
   guarantee. A $5 fee is charged for wire redemptions under $5,000.


 When will I receive income and capital gain distributions?

   The fund distributes income and net capital gains, if any, at year-end. For
   regular accounts, income and short-term gains are taxable at ordinary income
   rates, and long-term gains are taxable at the capital gains rate.
   Distributions are reinvested automatically in additional shares unless you
   choose another option, such as receiving a check. Distributions paid to IRAs
   and employer-sponsored retirement plans are automatically reinvested.


 What services are available?

   A wide range, including but not limited to:

  . retirement plans for individuals and large and small businesses;

  . automated information and transaction services by telephone or computer;

  . electronic transfers between fund and bank accounts;

  . automatic investing and automatic exchange;

  . brokerage services; and

  . asset manager accounts.
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T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc.
100 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
www.troweprice.com

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