Undergraduate Admissions
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International Students

Apply to Tech as an international student if you will require a visa to study in the US and are planning to live on or near campus.

Michigan Tech students aren't afraid of hard work. They embrace it. They know the trail isn't always easy, but that's the point. You already have ambition. We'll give you the tools, experience, and opportunities to put it to work.

Tech Academics

Explore deeply. Create fearlessly. Graduate ready to lead. With small class sizes and personal connections with world-class faculty, a Michigan Tech education is like no other. Explore our academic programs and find a degree that matters.

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Cost and Aid

Earned recognition. Lasting value. A Michigan Tech education is an investment in your future—one backed by exceptional career outcomes, earning potential, and long-term value. We believe achievement should be recognized. That's why Tech awards scholarships to recognize academic achievement, talent, and potential. Learn more about aid available to international students.

Tuition and Fees
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Review estimated nonresident undergraduate expenses.

Scholarships
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Browse our list of merit scholarships for international students. Some are awarded automatically to applicants who qualify; others are awarded competitively and require an additional application (so make note of qualifications and important deadlines).

Apply to Michigan Tech

We encourage you to apply by April 1 for our fall semester (August start) and September 1 for our spring semester (January start).

Note: All international undergraduate applicants are required to show proof of English language proficiency to be considered for direct admission to a degree program. At this time, an English as a second language (ESL) program is not offered.

Life at Tech

Welcome to Houghton, Michigan, where Husky pride runs as dep and wide as Lake Superior. Deep snow. Rugged forests. Endless waterways. Michigan Tech wouldn't be the same anywhere else on Earth. That's why Huskies love it. Our campus—ranked among the safest in the US—and location inspires the traditions, adventures, and experiences that define life at Tech.

No matter where you're from, at Michigan Tech you become part of something bigger. Your college experience is an adventure that's uniquely yours. Tech is the perfect place to find your passion, explore the world, and try new things.

Housing and Dining
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Campus and Community
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Life at Tech
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Tech Traditions
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Getting Around

You don’t need your own vehicle in order to be part of our campus and community. There are several transportation options available to Huskies.

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Shuttle Service

Michigan Tech’s Transportation Services provides free shuttle service around campus and throughout downtown Houghton.

Public Transportation

The City of Houghton operates a bus system offering regular routes and on-demand services. Hancock's City Transit system also offers on-demand weekday bus services.

Lyft

Lyft is an on-demand private transportation service that connects you with local drivers. Download the Lyft app on your smartphone to learn more and see fare estimates.

Indian Trails

Indian Trails operates routes throughout Michigan and to or from Chicago, Duluth, and Milwaukee. Daily runs connect directly to both the Amtrak and Greyhound national networks, providing access to additional routes across the US and Canada.

Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX)

All flights to and from Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) connect through Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

Parking

If you do choose to have a vehicle on campus, you’ll need to purchase a parking permit and register your vehicle with Michigan Tech’s Transportation Services.

Visit

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The best way to see if Tech is right for you is to experience it yourself.

Take a virtual tour, explore our interactive campus map, or take a peek at our live webcams throughout campus to see what’s happening right now.

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Get in touch with a regional admissions manager to learn more and ask questions.

150+undergraduate programs
94%five-year average placement rate
$84,560median early-career earnings (US Department of Education)
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