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Michigan Technological University

📍 Houghton, Michigan🏛️ Town Setting👥 5,955 Undergrads🔗 www.mtu.edu

Overview

Michigan Technological University is an medium public research university in Houghton, Michigan. It enrolls about 5,955 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 92%. Graduates earn a median of $78,198 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

92%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,258

570–680

Net Price

$14,182

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

68%

Retention

89%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$78,198

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

92.4%

SAT Average

1,258

ACT Composite

25–31

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200570 – 680 (mid 50%)800

Math

200560 – 670 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

125 – 31 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$19,123

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$42,988

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$34,152

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$14,182

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$2,045
$30,001 – $48,000	$3,373
$48,001 – $75,000	$6,187
$75,001 – $110,000	$12,813
$110,001 +	$23,107

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

45.6%

Academics & Programs

Michigan Technological University offers programs across 19 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Engineering

55.6%

Computer & Information Sciences

10.4%

Business, Management & Marketing

7.1%

Natural Resources & Conservation

4.6%

Engineering Technologies

4.6%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

2.4%

Interdisciplinary Studies

2.0%

Health Professions

2.0%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

68%

On-Time (4yr)

37%

Retention (FT)

89%

% Earning >$25K

87%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$69,672

8 years

$75,629

10 years

$78,198

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

77.8%

White

68.8%

Hispanic

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

82.1%

Black or African American

1.0%

Asian

1.8%

Hispanic / Latino

3.1%

Two or more races

3.5%

International

1.1%

Gender

Women

29.0%

Men

71.0%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Michigan Technological University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 92%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1258.

How much does Michigan Technological University cost?

In-state tuition is $19,123, and out-of-state is $42,988. Average net price after financial aid is $14,182.

What is Michigan Technological University known for?

Most popular programs include Engineering, Computer & Information Sciences, Business, Management & Marketing.

What's the graduation rate at Michigan Technological University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 68%, and 89% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.