Michigan Technological Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Michigan Technological University is a public research university in Houghton, Michigan, serving roughly 5,955 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 92.43% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $78,198 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $19,123
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,182 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 92.43% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 5,955 96.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 68.06%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 18.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 86.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1258
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 6,262
- Applicants (IPEDS): 12,434
- Room & Board: $13,050 annual estimate
Michigan Technological University: what the data shows
Common questions about Michigan Technological University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Michigan Technological University?
Michigan Technological University is located in Houghton, MI (ZIP 49931-1295).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Michigan Technological University public or private?
Michigan Technological University is a Public institution.
How much does Michigan Technological University cost?
Published tuition: $19,123 in-state, $42,988 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $14,182.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $2,045 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,373 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,187 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $12,813 |
| $110,001+ | $23,107 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $76,492.
How hard is it to get into Michigan Technological University?
Admission rate: 92.43%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1258 and midpoint ACT 28.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Michigan Technological University?
Total enrollment: 5,955 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,262 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,390 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Michigan Technological University?
150%-time completion rate: 68.06%.
First-year retention: 88.8%.
What do graduates of Michigan Technological University earn?
Median earnings: $69,672 six years after entry; $78,198 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $24,990.
20.23% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Michigan Technological University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Mechanical Engineering (299 completions)
- Computer Science (100 completions)
- Civil Engineering, General (94 completions)
- Chemical Engineering (86 completions)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (83 completions)
- Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering (70 completions)
- Medical Informatics (68 completions)
- Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering (58 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (54 completions)
- Applied Statistics, General (52 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Michigan Technological University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 92.43%; completion rate 68.06%; median earnings $78,198 at 10 years; net price $14,182. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$19,123
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Michigan Technological University was $19,123.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,182
2024 Value
In 2024 Michigan Technological University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,182.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,728 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,182 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$76,492 4-Year In-State Tuition
$171,952 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$13,050 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$33,373 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$133,492 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Michigan Technological University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
20.23% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
45.55% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Michigan Technological University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Michigan Technological University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $13,728 | $28,608 | $14,446 |
| 2014 | $14,040 | $29,520 | $14,336 |
| 2015 | $14,286 | $30,250 | $15,237 |
| 2016 | $14,634 | $30,968 | $14,638 |
| 2017 | $15,074 | $32,318 | $15,481 |
| 2018 | $15,646 | $33,726 | $15,348 |
| 2019 | $15,960 | $35,196 | $16,463 |
| 2020 | $16,436 | $36,738 | $15,384 |
| 2021 | $16,966 | $38,112 | $15,864 |
| 2022 | $17,614 | $39,574 | $16,283 |
| 2023 | $18,392 | $41,340 | $15,729 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
92.43% Acceptance Rate
12,434 Total Applicants
10,935 Students Admitted
1,463 First-Time Students Enrolled
13.38% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1258
ACT Average: 28
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Michigan Technological University reported total enrollment of about 5,955 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 71% male and 29% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (82.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.0%), and Two or More Races (3.5%). About 20.23% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 18.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Michigan Technological University in 2024 is 5,955 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,262 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,390 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
88.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 82.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
37.33% 100% Completion Time
68.06% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 37.33% of students graduating from Michigan Technological University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Mechanical Engineering: 85% male / 15% female
- Computer Science: 84% male / 16% female
- Civil Engineering, General: 74% male / 26% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Michigan Technological University.
Return on Investment
$24,990 Median Student Debt
$78,198 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.96% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1278.47% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Michigan Technological University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 96 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Mechanical Engineering: 299 completions
2. Computer Science: 100 completions
3. Civil Engineering, General: 94 completions
4. Chemical Engineering: 86 completions
5. Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 83 completions
6. Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering: 70 completions
7. Medical Informatics: 68 completions
8. Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering: 58 completions
9. Business Administration and Management, General: 54 completions
Most popular programs at Michigan Technological University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Michigan Technological University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Michigan Technological University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 86.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,858
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,828
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Michigan Technological University is a public institution located in Houghton, MI, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, General. Enrollment is approximately 5,955 students. Student body composition includes White (82.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.0%), Two or More Races (3.5%). The admission rate is 92.43%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1258. The 150%-time completion rate is 68.06%. Approximately 20.23% of students receive Pell Grants. About 18.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Houghton, MI 49931-1295
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 96 distinct degree programs, Michigan Technological University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Michigan Technological University located?
Michigan Technological University is located in Houghton, MI.
What is Michigan Technological University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Michigan Technological University is 92.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 12,434 applicants and 10,935 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Michigan Technological University cost?
Reported tuition is $19,123 and average net price is $14,182 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,050 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Michigan Technological University?
Michigan Technological University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 6,262 students, White (82.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Michigan Technological University?
About 18.5% of students at Michigan Technological University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Michigan Technological University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Michigan Technological University reports midpoint SAT about 1258 and midpoint ACT about 28.
What do graduates of Michigan Technological University earn?
Median earnings are $69,672 six years after entry and $78,198 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Michigan Technological University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 68.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Michigan Technological University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $24,990.
Is Michigan Technological University public or private?
Michigan Technological University is a public institution located in Houghton, MI.
Is Michigan Technological University an HBCU?
No. Michigan Technological University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Michigan Technological University a tribal college?
No. Michigan Technological University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Michigan college costs
- Michigan colleges by ROI
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Michigan
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.