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Michigan Technological University

Houghton, Michigan

7,429 Students on Campus
Houghton Location
13,163 Metro Population
7,429 Students on Campus
Houghton Location
13,163 Metro Population

About This Campus

Michigan Technological University is a flagship public research university founded in 1885. Our campus in Michigan's Upper Peninsula overlooks the Keweenaw Waterway and is just a few miles from Lake Superior. At Tech, we take advantage of our incredible location and take learning outside. Conduct undergrad research aboard a Great Lakes research vessel custom-built to navigate Lake Superior. Work with a fleet of autonomous underwater vehicles. Experience labs in 4,609 acres of research forest.

MTU offers courses across 120+ degree programs across 5 Colleges (Business, Computing, Engineering, Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Sciences and Arts). Race cardboard boats during Homecoming weekend. Celebrate your culture at the Parade of Nations. See (or build!) giant snow statues and experience broomball during Winter Carnival—one of the largest annual winter festivals in the nation. No matter the season, Tech Traditions connect Husky Nation across campus and generations.

#1 safest public college in Michigan

600+ acres of recreational forest to ski, mountain bike and explore

#4 public STEM university in the nation

Location Information

Huskies aren’t just adventurous in the classroom. The area’s waters, forests, and snowfall (200+ inches annually!) offer skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, and paddling opportunities. Historic downtown Houghton (Birthplace of Pro Hockey) is active with locally owned shops, eateries, high-tech companies, commmunity events, and more. We embrace our size, climate, sense of adventure, and originality. Michigan Tech wouldn’t be the same anywhere else on earth—and we wouldn't have it any other way.

Academics

REGISTRATION:
TERM DATES:

Fall Start Date: 08/31/2026 - Fall End Date: 12/18/2026

Spring Start Date: 01/11/2027 - Spring End Date: 04/30/2027

NOTABLE ACADEMICS PROGRAMS:
  • Computer Science — MTU's College of Computing has ranked top 10 in both best software development schools and best computer science bachelor's degrees. Computer Science is MTU's #2 major by enrollment and offers concentrations in Applications, Computer Systems, and Game Development.
  • Engineering Management — MTU's Engineering Management program has ranked top 10 in the US. Engineering management majors complete a comprehensive business curriculum, along with courses in science, engineering, and math, bridging the gap between engineering and business. Each year, more than 400 employers come to campus to recruit Huskies at our Career Fairs.
  • Human Biology — Learn in up-to-date labs and research facilities, with access to some of the most advanced technology in the industry, like our new $53 million H-STEM Complex. The H-STEM Complex provides a state-of-the-art teaching facility in industry-relevant, STEM-based educational and research programs in health and human-centered engineering, as well as research labs for health-related STEM studies. You can work on advanced DNA analysis, confocal microscopy, cell sorting, chromatography, and more.
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering — MTU's #1 major by enrollment, choose Michigan Tech for unparalleled excellence in mechanical engineering education—with personal attention. Try out new designs, team up with students on innovative projects, and network with companies and industry. At Michigan Tech our strong industry partnerships and programs make all the difference. Collaborate with industry on real engineering problems through Enterprise and Senior Design.
  • Wildlife Ecology and Conservation — Roam ecosystems of your proving ground: the wild Keweenaw Peninsula, bordered by Lake Superior and blanketed with forest and wetlands. Digitize wolf howls. Tag birds. Track wildlife with radio telemetry. Assess, monitor and manage wildlife populations. Learn the process for making effective land management decisions for wildlife habitat maintenance and protection of ecosystem composition.
UNIQUE ACADEMICS PROGRAMS:
  • Geospatial Engineering — If you like computing and the great outdoors, you may excel at geospatial engineering. Our students learn about geospatial systems and spatial data acquisition technologies. Learn satellite and aerial remote earth observation systems. Use aerial and terrestrial lidar, as well as Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). Our curriculum includes the use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and High Definition Surveying. Become familiar with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • Humanitarian Engineering (minor) — This interdisciplinary minor is designed to build competencies in intercultural sensitivity and community engagement. Learn to collaborate effectively with communities in the co-development of engineering solutions. Develop the skills necessary to partner with underserved communities to improve access to basic human needs. Work on a capstone project with a community on issues of water, sanitation, health care, mobility, or disaster mitigation.
  • Mechatronics — Ranked as best college in the US for Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering, The BS in Mechatronics at Michigan Tech is an interdisciplinary effort between the College of Computing's Department of Applied Computing and the College of Engineering's Department of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology (MMET). BS in Mechatronics coursework and labs incorporate elements of engineering, engineering technology, and computing.
  • Medical Laboratory Science — Gain hands-on experience in hematology, blood banking, immunology, molecular biology, clinical chemistry, medical terminology, microbiology, and anatomy and physiology. Work in the student simulated MLS lab on clinical samples alongside professors who are among the best in the field. Plus, benefit from small class sizes, personal advising, and one-on-one faculty interaction.
  • Theatre and Entertainment Technology — Master the art of the backstage and land your dream job in the entertainment industry at a leading company, like Disney or Electronic Theatre Controls. With the integration of studies in art and design with engineering technology or business, you will become a well-educated professional who blends solid technical expertise with innovation, artistry, and creativity.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
OPTIONS:

Honors Access: No

UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:

Conditions

GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
  • Full Year Exchange: Accepted
  • Single Term Exchange: Accepted
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
  • Receive from Canada: Will Accept Home Pay
  • Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)?
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
Learn More
  • Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - Yes
  • Accept Canadian students on J1 visa or F1 visa? - J1 Visa

Tuition/Finance

Figures per Semester are current as of 11/14/2025
TUITION:
  • Campus Budget
  • Fees are subject to change without notice
  • Home Tuition Payment: Available
  • Away Tuition Payment: Not Available
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
  • Home Payment: 18

Canadian students may incur additional fees relating to their student visa and services provided by the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) office.

Financial Aid for NSE Students. Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Room/Meals

Figures per Semester are current as of 11/14/2025
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
  • Is on-campus housing available? Yes
  • Is on-campus living required? No
  • Number of reserved housing spaces: 0
  • Average Room Cost (per term): $3920
  • On-Campus Housing
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
MEAL PLANS:
  • Are meal plans available on campus? Yes
  • Is a meal plan purchase required for on-campus, non-apartment residence halls? Yes
  • Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $3104
  • Campus Meal Plans
Fees are subject to change without notice.

Chance of Acceptance

Priority Placements for Academic Year 26/27

If this is your top choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Good

This campus accepts many (50-74%) applicants. You definitely want to consider adding alternate choice campuses marked as OPEN or EXCELLENT to ensure placement.

Away Tuition Payment Plan

N/A

This campus is not accepting students on this tuition payment plan.

If this is your alternate choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Good

This campus accepts many (50-74%) applicants. You definitely want to consider adding alternate choice campuses marked as OPEN or EXCELLENT to ensure placement.

Away Tuition Payment Plan

N/A

This campus is not accepting students on this tuition payment plan.

Resources

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