Montana Technological University
Montana Technological University, more commonly known as Montana Tech, is a special-focus 4-year institution located in Butte, MT. Since its founding in 1900, Montana Tech has grown to encompass four schools and colleges offering numerous associate’s and bachelor’s degrees in STEM fields, including a B.S. in geophysical engineering, one of two institutions to do so. Montana Tech’s campus is also home to four research centers, including the Center for Advanced Mineral, Metallurgical, and Materials Processing, as well as the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology, and holds the event Techxpo annually to present student research. Outside of academia, the Montana Tech campus is surrounded by 6 mountain ranges and 2 national parks providing opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 16 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
75%
Submitting ACT
8%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1170
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
1,683
Total Number of Undergrads
1,474
Classroom Sizes
0
100
24%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
52%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $7,527 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $23,142 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,741 |
| Books and Supplies | $1320 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
70%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
29%
Average Aid Per Year
$6,826
29%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,403
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$5,609
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
50%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,482
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$11,250
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$200
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
45
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
14%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Orediggers
School Colors
green and copper
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Frontier Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Missoula
Great Falls
Billings
Denver
Houston
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
62%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$52,100
What Students Are Saying
A School for motivated Students who want an excellent education, especially in engineering Fields. Small campus and class size leading to a closer working relationship with professors and other students. Beautiful area and nice people with plenty of employment options.
Steven from Butte, MT
Great for outdoors. Proffessors are great and extremley helpful. Has everything you would need college-wise and at half the cost it should be.
Taylen from Fallon, NV
A school that offers a good education at a reasonable price with several different areas of study.
J.R.
A good educational institute, with caring and knowledgeable professors. A great environment to learn and further your education. Montana tech is in a beautiful location with friendly people.
Alyssa from Butte, MT
Laundry gets expensive. Awesome staff. Indian burger is the best burger out there.
Gage from Malta, MT
Much better than I expected. The best career services department I've ever seen. Friendly people, very nice school, well recommended.
Will from Placerville, CA
I love the beautiful campus and friendly staff.
Ruth from Butte, MT
Montana Tech is a great college that has a high teacher to student ratio. Many of my current professors invest extra time and energy to make sure students understand responsibilities required and care about their general education.
Clinton from Anaconda, MT
All the Staff is knowledgable and helpful.
The campus is beautiful.
Lots of access to help with classes.
The campus is beautiful.
Lots of access to help with classes.
Aimee from Butte, MT
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