MICHIGAN TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

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Michigan Technological University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a small town (in Houghton, MI). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.

Contacting the School

1400 Townsend Dr
Houghton, MI 49931-1295
Main Phone: (906) 487-1885
Web Site: www.mtu.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 5,933 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.2% of students attend full-time, while 0.8% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 915 male students and 285 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 76.3% of the student body, while females made up 23.8%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (2)%, Hispanic (1)%, Asian (1)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 91.8% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Certificate, < 1 year
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree
Doctor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

Specialized Communication

Computer

Engineering

Engineering Technology And Technicians

Environmental Conservation

Forestry

Health Care

Medical Laboratory Technician

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Physical Sciences

Public Administration And Public Service

Public Policy

School Accreditation

Michigan Technological University reports that it is nationally accredited.

Michigan Technological University is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Michigan Technological University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (for football, basketball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

AP credits
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates
On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 14,220
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 8,755
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 22,590

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school rank is recommended.
Recommendations are recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

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