Michigan Technological University

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Michigan Technological University is an R1 flagship technological research university founded in 1885. Our campus is situated just miles from Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

The Tech Difference

  • Top 25

    in the nation for return on investment (Forbes)

  • Top 20

    Best Public College in the US (Wall Street Journal)

  • $82K

    median early career pay

  • 7,000+

    enrolled students from 55+ countries

Come Home to Houghton

Our beautiful waterfront campus in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is situated just miles from Lake Superior. Find yourself in a close-knit college town where winters are epic and outdoor adventure awaits. At Tech, we embrace our size, climate, sense of adventure, and originality.

Visit us in Houghton and find where you belong.

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Michigan Technological University is located in Houghton, Michigan.

Summer Youth Programs

Registration is now open! Our 2025 programs will run weekly from June 15 - July 25, 2025.

Since 1972, Summer Youth Programs has inspired the next generation of doers and makers through hands-on engagement and collaboration with Michigan Tech faculty, staff and students. During their time on campus, students live in our full-service residence hall, eat in the dining hall, and participate in an exploration of their choosing. Outside the classroom, students have time to relax and participate in many different supervised recreational activities, taking advantage of Lake Superior, waterfalls, hiking trails, and the natural beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

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East Hall Rendering

East Hall Construction

At Michigan's flagship technological university, we're preparing for tomorrow.

The East Hall, a new 516-student residence, accommodates Tech's growing student body with easy access to campus and the Keweenaw Waterway. The project is planned to be completed and the building occupied by Fall 2025.

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Tomorrow needs Michigan Tech.
Tomorrow needs you.

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