Acceptance rate
92.4%
Michigan Technological University
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
Michigan Technological University is a public school in Houghton, Michigan, with about 7,000 students and a 92% acceptance rate. Engineering dominates the curriculum, accounting for over half of all degrees awarded. Graduates earn a median of $78,198 ten years after entry, and the school has an 89% first-year retention rate, though the six-year graduation rate is 68%.
Enrollment
7,063
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
68%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
1130 – 1350
ACT (composite)
25 – 31
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$2,045
family income
$30–48k
$3,373
family income
$48–75k
$6,187
family income
$75–110k
$12,813
family income
$110k+
$23,107
family income
20% receive Pell grants
46% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields Michigan Technological University graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Engineering
55.6%
Computer Science
10.4%
Business & Marketing
7.1%
Engineering Tech
4.6%
Biology
2.4%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$78,198
Earnings (6 yr)
$69,672
Completion
68%
Retention
89%
Median debt
$24,990
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Michigan Technological University?
Michigan Technological University has an acceptance rate of 92.4%, making it relatively accessible.
What SAT score do you need for Michigan Technological University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1130 and 1350 on the SAT. The ACT range is 25–31.
How much does Michigan Technological University actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $2,045 per year, rising to $23,107 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into Michigan Technological University?
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