MTU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 92.43%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1240. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $20,532
- Out-of-State Tuition: $44,807
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at MTU:
- Total Enrollment: 7,403, including 352 online students
- 6,013 Undergraduate, 1,390 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 70.2% men, 29.8% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 68%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 19%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 89%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 179 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 22 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 73 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
MTU Overview
Michigan Technological University (MTU) is a four-year, public school located in Houghton, MI. Michigan Technological University was newly classified as an R1 University in 2025 due to its significant growth in research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The MTU's tuition & fees is $20,532 for Michigan residents and $44,807 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 91% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $16,876.
The school has a total enrollment of 7,403 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
MTU's acceptance rate is 92.43% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.93%. The median SAT score is 1240 and the ACT score is 28.
MTU ranked 148th in National Universities and 15th in Michigan Colleges rankings. Michigan Technological University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Michigan Technological University is $20,532 for in-state students and $44,807 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $25,916 for in-state students and $25,916 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $21,348 for Michigan residents and $46,593 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $26,942 for Michigan residents and $26,942 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $20,532 | $44,807 |
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| Graduate | $25,916 | $25,916 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $21,348 | $46,593 |
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| Graduate | $26,942 | $26,942 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Michigan Technological University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers the study abroad opportunity which is an arrangement by which a student completes part of the college program studying in another country.
Special Learning Opportunities at MTU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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