PublicTownMichigan Technological University
Michigan Tech
Houghton, Michigan 49931-1295
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
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.
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History & Fun Facts
- •After much agitation by Jay Abel Hubbell, the state legislature established the school to train mining engineers.
- •Hubbell donated land for the school's first buildings.
- •It was housed in the Houghton Fire Hall from 1886 through 1889.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1243
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
54.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$20,500
Programs (181)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
88%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
40
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MI state average