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Public, 4-Year
Butte, MT

Montana Technological University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MT. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$8,050

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

89.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

57.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$54,329

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Montana Technological University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Butte, MT. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,050, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 57.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing520 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Math540 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 25
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

89.9%

Transfer-Out Rate22.5%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$32,200

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$24,329

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$211,090

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$454,380

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Montana Technological University is $18,750.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
37.0%
63.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
81.5%
Unknown
5.3%
Hispanic
4.8%
Two or more
2.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.6%
International
1.4%
Asian
1.3%
Black
1.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$8,050

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$11,327
$30k - $48k$13,539
$48k - $75k$16,138
$75k+$17,361

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$18,750
Pell Grant Recipients21.4%
Using Federal Loans41.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment58.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

76.2%

Success

57.4%

In-State Cost

$8,050

Age 25+ Students

12.7%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

828 students

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