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Michigan Technological University

Houghton, MI • public • II | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
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Acceptance
87.9%
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Grad Rate
69%
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Cost
$35,648 / $59,923

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Town (Remote)
Student Population
Undergrad: 6,197 • Total: 7,848
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Houghton, MI
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Website
www.mtu.edu
Region
Great Lakes
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 4,336 (70.0%) • Female: 1,861 (30.0%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
87.9%
10,935 admitted from 12,434 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 560-660
Math: 560-670
Total: 1120-1330
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
25-31
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: 2026-04-30

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
68.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
34.4%
Freshman Retention Rate
88.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$35,648
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$59,923
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $20,206
Out-of-state: $44,481
Room & Board
$13,050
Books & Supplies
$2,392
Students Receiving Pell Grants
20%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Men's Sports (7)
Basketball Cross Country Football Ice Hockey Skiing Tennis Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (7)
Basketball Cross Country Skiing Soccer Tennis Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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Common questions about Michigan Technological University

What is Michigan Technological University's acceptance rate?
Michigan Technological University accepts 88% of applicants, from 12,434 applications.
How much does Michigan Technological University cost?
Tuition and fees are $20,206 in-state and $44,481 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Michigan Technological University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 25 and 31 on the ACT.
What is Michigan Technological University's graduation rate?
69% of students graduate within six years.