Strong graduate outcomes — known for engineering
Michigan Technological University is a public institution in Houghton with particular strength in engineering and computer science. With an average SAT of 1243, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.8K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $78,198 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,729.
Established
1885
Motto
Tomorrow Needs Michigan Tech
Mascot
Blizzard T. Husky
Type
Public research university
Conference
rifle team during the 1950s
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88%Acceptance
1243SAT Avg
5,829Students
13:1Student:Faculty
69%Grad Rate
$78,198Earnings 10yr
$15,729Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate87.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1243
Reading & WritingMid: 610
560660
MathMid: 623
560670
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 28
2531
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$18,392
Tuition (out-of-state)$41,340
Room & Board$12,774
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$32,550
Average Net Price$15,729
Median Debt at Graduation$24,990
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$5,021
$30–48K$6,773
$48–75K$10,202
$75–110K$16,222
$110K+$24,344
Programs (181)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,829
Gender Split
29% / 71%
Women / Men
First Generation
19%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%
Race & Ethnicity
White 84%
Black 1%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate68.7%
Freshman Retention87.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$69,672
8 Years$75,629
10 Years$78,198
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$53,500
Men
$70,100
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Source: Wikipedia