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Michigan Technological University
Michigan Technological University admits nearly everyone — 92.4% of applicants. A feature, not a flaw: the page below asks whether Michigan Technological University is worth attending, not whether you'll get in.
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Michigan Technological University anchors the college town of Houghton, MI, where the public campus and town largely share a footprint.
Its highest-earning path is Computer Science, where graduates median $105,428 four years out. Faculty pay averages $142,296 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 5,955 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 88.8% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1120 and 1330 — above the MI middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Michigan Technological University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Scores help here but aren't the gate. If your SAT sits inside the 1120–1330 submitter range, sending it likely helps; below it, Michigan Technological University's own policy says you can leave it out.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 560 | 610 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 560 | 610 | 670 |
| ACT Composite | 25 | 28 | 31 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Michigan Technological University received 12,434 applications and admitted 10,935 (87.9%), with 1,463 enrolling.
How Michigan Technological University compares
| Michigan Technological University | Michigan median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 92.4% | 79.6% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $19,123 | $24,944 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $78,198 | $54,739 | $53,781 |
Ten years after enrolling, the median Michigan Technological University student earns $78,198 — 43% above the Michigan median of $54,739 for college-goers.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, Michigan Technological University prices by residency: $19,123 in-state versus $42,988 out-of-state — a $23,865 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
Michigan Technological University enrolls 5,955 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs Michigan Technological University's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
68.1% graduate within six years. Roughly 32% don't — ask a Michigan Technological University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Michigan Technological University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | $105,428 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $99,848 |
| Chemical Engineering | $94,478 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | $93,993 |
| Computer Engineering | $93,557 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $93,480 |
| Materials Engineering | $92,070 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $88,860 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | $83,916 |
| Civil Engineering | $83,841 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | $83,394 |
| Geological/Geophysical Engineering | $81,862 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering | $76,857 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $74,373 |
| Mathematics | $73,271 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $69,388 |
| Forestry | $55,912 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $50,388 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | $38,775 |
Median earnings for these 19 Michigan Technological University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $78,198 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 45 additional Michigan Technological University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Michigan Technological University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1120–1330 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 92.4% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Michigan Technological University's acceptance rate?
87.9% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 10,935 admitted from 12,434 applicants.
How much does Michigan Technological University cost?
In-state tuition is $19,123; out-of-state students pay $42,988. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do Michigan Technological University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $78,198 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Michigan
- Rochester Christian University — 97.7% admitted
- Oakland University — 87.8% admitted
- Sacred Heart Major Seminary — 100% admitted
- Grace Christian University — 99.2% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.