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Michigan Technological University
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  • 4 Year
  • HOUGHTON, MI

Report Card

grade A
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade A minus
  2. Value
    grade A
  3. Diversity
    grade B
  4. Campus
    grade B
  5. Athletics
    grade B
  6. Party Scene
    grade B
  7. Professors
    grade A
  8. Location
    grade A minus
  9. Dorms
    grade C+
  10. Campus Food
    grade C+
  11. Student Life
    grade A minus
  12. Safety
    grade A

About

1400 TOWNSEND DRIVE
HOUGHTON, MI 49931
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (with football)
Athletic Conference
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
From Michigan Technological University

Michigan Technological University is a flagship public research university, home to more than 7,000 students from 55+ countries. Founded in 1885, the University offers more than 120 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in science and technology, engineering, computing, forestry, business, health professions, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, and the arts.

Michigan Tech students have an average five-year placement rate of 93 percent within six months of graduation (within their field of study) and are in the top 20 for highest early-career pay in the nation at $71,100. In addition, we're ranked consistently ranked among the best in the nation for return on investment. More than 400 companies attend our Career Fairs each year.

Michigan Tech’s rural campus is situated just miles from Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, offering year-round opportunities for outdoor adventure.

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Michigan Technological University Rankings

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Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
86%
SAT Range
1130-1350
ACT Range
25-31
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$17,826 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$14,609 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
99%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
75%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 60 responses
73%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 73 responses
27%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 73 responses

Majors

Mechanical Engineering (BS)

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You'll challenge yourself in a highly collaborative environment, embracing hands-on, project-based opportunities. Even in the midst of change, you'll be ready on day one. A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Michigan Tech prepares you to create a better tomorrow.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    11%
  • On Campus
    88%
  • Online
    0%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
5,413 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
297
Undergrads Over 25
3%
Pell Grant
21%
Varsity Athletes
7%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 51 responses
  • Crazy Smart
    43%
  • Proudly nerdy
    18%
  • Smart
    18%
  • The odds are good, but the goods are odd
    10%
  • Outgoing
    8%
  • Nerdy
    2%
  • Outgoing
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available  
Poll
68%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 93 responses
Poll
53%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 106 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 55 responses
  • #Tenacity
    36%
  • Ambitious
    18%
  • Interesting
    16%
  • Motivated
    15%
  • Crazy Smart
    5%
  • Fulfilling
    4%
  • Home away from home
    2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$66,400 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
69%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
97%
National
83%
95%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 39 responses

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