Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002292
- Phone: (517) 355-1855
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
74.31%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
22FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$11,548Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Michigan Technological University
Also known as Michigan Tech
, East Lansing, MI
About
Michigan Technical University, a public four year research institution located in Houghton, Michigan, was founded 1885 as the Michigan Mining School. The school was established by Jay Abel Hubbell to provide an education for mining engineers. The school maintained mining education until the end of World War I, where it began adding technical programs to its offerings. By 1931 the school had increased its enrollment, and as a result it began adding more programs, going through a series of name changes and eventually offering over 130 programs and having an enrollment of nearly 7000 students a year. Michigan Tech is considered one of the best schools in the midwestern United States by the Princeton Review, and 115th overall according to US News and World Report.
Academics
Michigan Technical University offers a large number of programs resulting in undergraduate and graduate degrees. The large number of programs allows students to find a program that is right for them in achieving their academic and professional goals. Though the school is referred to as a technical university, it offers programs in a variety of fields. The school also has a large number of minors available to help students augment their education. Graduate programs reflect the technical aspects of the school, focusing primarily on engineering and sciences.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students may apply online to begin the admissions process at Michigan Technical University. Students will also provide transcripts and test scores, all of which will be used to determine whether or not students will be admitted to the university. Once all information has been received, it will be reviewed by the admission committee and final decision made well prior to the start of the fall semester.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, work study programs and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used by the school to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may be required to provide additional information regarding finances and taxes to ensure the accuracy o0f the provided information prior to the disbursement of funds. A number of scholarships are also available through private organizations which require separate applications and are awarded for a variety of reasons.
Athletics
The Michigan Tech Huskies participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. These programs offer students the opportunity to experience personal and group success in a healthy competitive environment. Students also learn the value of discipline, good health and teamwork while working toward a common goal.
Athletic programs offered:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Skiing
- Hockey
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Michigan Tech accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Michigan Technological University is about 7,200, with undergraduate students making up about 81% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $17,200. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State: $17,000-$20,000
- Out-of-State: $37,000-$44,030
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $650-$780 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $1,400-$1,600 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 97% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 94% | $12,314 |
Receiving Student Loans | 57% | $7,726 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Michigan Technological University may provide services like:- Online classes
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2012)
- English Language Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (since 2015)
- Graduate Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2012)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Michigan Technological University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Track and Field (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Football (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Ice Hockey
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Michigan Technological University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (B, D)
- Bioinformatics
Business and Marketing Studies
Communication Technology
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, C, D, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Materials Engineering (B, D, M)
- Software Engineering (B)
- Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Statistics (B, D, M)
- Math (B, D, M)
- Computational and Applied Mathematics
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Forestry (B, M)
- Environmental Science (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Geology (B, D, M)
- Geophysics and Seismology (B, D, M)
- Meteorology (D)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Public Policy (D, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Cartography and GIS (C, M)
- Social Science (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Archaeology (D)
- Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Michigan Technological University.
- University of Wisconsin - Superior in Menomonie, WI (169 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Green Bay in Eau Claire, WI (181 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point in River Falls, WI (186 miles away)
- Lake Superior State University in Benton Harbor, MI (203 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh in Milwaukee, WI (214 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002292
- Phone: (517) 355-1855
- School Homepage