Michigan Technological University

1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931

Campus view from Mont Ripley
Campus view from Mont Ripley
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International Club Fall 2006 at Michigan Tech Univ
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Michigan Technological University School Description

We prepare students to create the future.
Vision
Michigan Tech will grow as a premier research university of international stature, delivering education, new knowledge, and innovation for the needs of our technological world.
Goals

Michigan Tech's focus is improving lives and preserving our world through sound, innovative uses of science, engineering, and technology. Our society strives for economic prosperity, improved health, and responsible use of environmental resources. Moving forward, Michigan Tech will be a leader in responding to these needs and challenges in Michigan, the nation, and the world. We will attract exceptional faculty and students who will develop, understand, apply, manage and communicate science and technology - all with the goal of a prosperous, sustainable world.

Progress toward these ambitious objectives will be measured by the national and international impact of our research and scholarly activities, and by the accomplishments and reputation of our faculty and graduates. Increasingly, Michigan Tech will be sought out and recognized for its ability to educate, to innovate, and foster economic growth.

School Website: Michigan Technological University

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Michigan Technological University

From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia

Michigan Technological University (abbr. Michigan Tech or MTU) is an American public university with a range of degree offerings. The largest portion of Michigan Tech's campus is located on the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the city of Houghton.

History

Michigan Tech was founded in 1885 as the Michigan Mining School. Established by the state of Michigan to train mining engineers to operate the local copper mines, the school started with four faculty members and twenty-three students. The name changed to the Michigan College of Mines, then Michigan College of Mining and Technology, and, in 1964, greatly expanded academic offerings propelled the school to its current designation as Michigan Technological University. Although engineering still accounts for some 55 percent of all enrollment, the University now offers more than 120 degree programs.

The average overall ACT scores for incoming students is 25.6, compared to 21.2 nationally. Undergraduate enrollment in environmental, geological, and mechanical engineering all rank in the top eight nationally, and the scientific and technical communication program is one of the nation’s largest. According to the US News and World Report, Michigan Tech graduates leave campus with some of the lowest debt in the nation.

Academics

Michigan Tech is known for academic excellence in engineering, natural and physical sciences, computing, business, technology, environmental studies, arts, humanities and social sciences. The university is divided into several schools and colleges—

  • The College of Engineering has majors in many fields of engineering. Environmental engineering, geological engineering, and mechanical engineering all rank in the top ten in enrollment nationally.
  • The College of Sciences and Arts includes one of the largest technical communications programs in the United States
  • School of Business and Economics students invest $1 million in the stock market each year in the Applied Portfolio Management Program.
  • The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science has been recognized nationally for excellence in its research program, and its PhD program was ranked fourth in the nation by Academic Analytics in 2007.
  • The School of Technology features the BS in Computer Systems and Network Administration and other four-year degree programs.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Midwest
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Huskies

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
5,611
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$21,589
Students Receiving Aid:
93%
More Expenses & Financial Aid

Admissions

Selectivity:
Selective
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Michigan Technological University Degree Programs

Associates Degree Programs

Learn more about Associates Degree Programs

Bachelors Degree Programs

Learn more about Bachelors Degree Programs

Masters Degree Programs

Learn more about Masters Degree Programs

Certificate Programs

Learn more about Certificate Programs

Michigan Technological University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Men 75%
Women 25%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 89%
Other 7%
African-American 2%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 69%
Out-of-State 31%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Michigan 69%
Wisconsin 13%
Minnesota 8%
Illinois 1%
California 0%
Percent of Students International: 8%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 48%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
Basketball (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
Track (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)

Michigan Technological University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 9,829 $ 21,589  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 9,180 $ 20,940  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 649 $ 649  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 3,449 20%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 2,023 63%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 3,597 64%  
Student Loans:
$ 5,220 62%  
Any Aid:
  93%  

Michigan Technological University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 82% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 15%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 500, Math: 560
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 630, Math: 670
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 95%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 23, Verbal: 21, Math: 24
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 28, Verbal: 27, Math: 29

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Recommended
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

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