Michigan Technological University
About Michigan Technological University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Michigan Technological University is a public research university in Houghton, Michigan, in the Upper Peninsula. It specializes in engineering, computer science, and the natural sciences, with a campus surrounded by forests and near Lake Superior.
Founded
1885
Location
Houghton, Michigan
Students
7,345
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
92.4%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
68.1%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$19,123
Out-of-state: $42,988
Avg Net Price
$14,182
After financial aid
SAT Average
1258
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$78,198
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 1
Michigan Technological University accepts the majority of applicants at 92.4%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1258/ 1600
ACT Scores
28/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
68.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
88.8%
4-Year Grad
34%
6-Year Grad
69%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
86.6%
$/Student
$12.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 34% graduation rate is below average, but 88.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$19,123
In-State
$42,988
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,050
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$34,152
After Financial Aid
$14,182
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,045
Receive Grants
20.2%
Take Loans
45.6%
The full cost of attendance is about $34,152/yr for in-state students, including $13,050 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $14,182. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $42,988.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Michigan Technological University fund their education.
While in School
20.2%
Get Grants
Free money
45.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$77,439
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,990
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,990 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Michigan Technological University.
Gender
29%
Female
71%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,955
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,390
Graduates
18.5%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
3%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 71% of the student body. 18.5% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
5,955
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Michigan Technological University fields 9 varsity teams with 379 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great Lakes
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
379
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
68% / 32%
259
Men
120
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Michigan Technological Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$78,198
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Mechanical Engineering
$75K
274 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
$79K
85 grads
1yr Earnings
Chemical Engineering
$80K
78 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$70K
68 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Engineering
$77K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Civil Engineering
$71K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $70K at six years, $58K at eight, and $78K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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