B
Good
Score: 64/100

Michigan Technological University

4-Year Public
📍 Houghton, Michigan 49931
Outcomes
B+
81/100
Affordability
C
50/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
A+
93/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Quick Stats

7,313
Total Enrollment
69%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
88%
Acceptance Rate
$17,928
Avg Net Price
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  • Avg home value near campus: $277,174
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,300/mo — vs ~$778/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49930 (5.3% cap, Hancock)

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🏆 Where Michigan Technological University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Applied Statistics, General
of 9 schools
#8
Forestry, General
of 17 schools
#9
Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
of 36 schools
#14
Medical Informatics
of 34 schools
#14
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
of 20 schools
#15
Electrical and Computer Engineering
of 20 schools
#26
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
of 42 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $19,429 $42,771
Room $7,005
Board $5,549
Total Cost (On-Campus) $34,758 $57,706

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
50%
Take Out Loans
$17,928
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,021
$30,001 - $48,000$6,773
$48,001 - $75,000$10,202
$75,001 - $110,000$16,222
$110,001+$24,344

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Mechanical Engineering 299 grads/yr Computer Science 100 grads/yr Civil Engineering, General 94 grads/yr Chemical Engineering 86 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 83 grads/yr Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering 70 grads/yr Medical Informatics 68 grads/yr Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 58 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 54 grads/yr Applied Statistics, General 52 grads/yr Data Science, General 42 grads/yr Computer Engineering, General 42 grads/yr Engineering/Industrial Management 37 grads/yr Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering 35 grads/yr Materials Engineering 35 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 33 grads/yr Electrical and Computer Engineering 30 grads/yr Forestry, General 27 grads/yr Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 26 grads/yr Applied Engineering 23 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Michigan Technological University's top programs commonly pursue.

Architectural and engineering managers
$168k/yr 212,500 jobs
Aerospace engineers
$135k/yr 71,600 jobs
Engineering teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 50,300 jobs
Mechanical engineers
$102k/yr 293,100 jobs
Cost estimators
$77k/yr 221,400 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs

Student Demographics

7,313
Total Students
30%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Hispanic 3%
Black 1%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 94%
With Family 6%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 87%
Hybrid (Some Online) 8%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Michigan Technological University?
Michigan Technological University has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Michigan Technological University?
Tuition at Michigan Technological University is $19,429 for in-state students and $42,771 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,928.
What is the graduation rate at Michigan Technological University?
The graduation rate at Michigan Technological University is 69%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Michigan Technological University a good school?
Michigan Technological University has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Michigan Technological University?
Michigan Technological University has a total enrollment of 7,313 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology