Return on Investment | Undergraduate Admissions
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Return on Investment | Undergraduate Admissions
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Michigan Tech
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Return on Investment
Return on Investment
A Michigan Tech education is a smart investment in your future—and one that pays you
back. As you look at colleges and choose a
degree program
, consider the value you will get from the opportunities and experiences available
to you. With 75+ undergraduate majors to choose from, you're sure to find an academic
home where you can do what you love and find your people.
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Career and ROI Outcomes
Build Your Skills and Grow
Stand Out
Watch Why Choose Michigan Tech? video
Why Choose Michigan Tech?
The Michigan Tech Difference
Earn a world-class STEM-focused education at Michigan’s R1 flagship technological
university. Invest in yourself—and maximize your potential—at Michigan Tech.
Career and ROI Outcomes
Tech students have an
average five year placement rate of 94.6 percent
within six months of graduation (within their field of study) and are in the top
20 for highest early-career
salaries
in the nation at
$82,400
.
The Wall Street Journal
ranks Michigan Tech among the best colleges in the US and first in the state for
salary impact.
More than
400 companies
attend our Career Fairs each year. Check out our
Career Services
to see how we support you in your career journey.
Build Skills and Grow
Work on real projects on real teams starting your first semester.
Design, build, communicate, and present.
Use the same equipment found in industry and use it early in your college career.
Build your resume your first year by developing skills and experiences employers look
for through
undergraduate research
. Join an
Enterprise team
and participate in senior design. Dive into what interests you.
Pavlis Honors College
.
Study abroad
.
Co-ops and internships
across the country. There are opportunities to grow and experiences that will help
you—now and in the future.
Stand Out—Here and in Your Career
Our size gives you opportunities to stand out on campus. The education you receive
prepares you stand out in the workplace.
Professors Know You by Name
Our close-knit campus is great for learning, and is also great when you're looking
for a
research opportunity
or have questions about career goals. Thinking about
grad school
,
med school
, or law school? You'll need a letter of recommendation. A professor who knows you
and can speak to your work ethic and abilities is an excellent addition to your application.
Small Classes
You'll have some larger lectures at Tech, but the
average class size is 25.
For first-year students, it's 28. You'll know professors and they'll know you. Ask
questions. Engage in discussions. Get more out of your classroom experience.
Distance from Home
There are great benefits that come from attending college a greater
distance from home
. Michigan Tech students
solve problems
and gain independence—qualities employers say make them more career-ready than graduates
of other schools.
Request Information
Apply Now
Pay My Deposit
Watch Why Top Employers Choose Michigan Tech Graduates video
Why Top Employers Choose Michigan Tech Graduates
More than 400 companies attend Michigan Tech's Career Fairs each year to recruit Huskies
for co-ops, internships, and full-time roles. Employers say Michigan Tech students
stand out for their hands-on experience, strong critical-thinking skills, and determination
to finish any job—qualities that translate into career readiness and strong return
on investment.
Watch Building Career Success at Tech: Insights from the Presidential Council of Alumnae video
Building Career Success at Tech
Hear from members of Michigan Tech's
Presidential Council of Alumnae (PCA)
as they share how their experiences on campus shaped their careers. From hands-on
learning to supportive faculty and a community driven by discovery, these leaders
show how Michigan Tech prepares students for what tomorrow needs.
132K+
hours of paid undergraduate research
94%
five-year average placement rate of graduates
Top 20
in the nation with a median early career pay of $82,400
No. 3
Best Public College in the US for Salary Impact
(The Wall Street Journal)
Small classes. Friendly professors. Smart students.
©
Skip to page content
Skip to footer navigation
Undergraduate Admissions
Michigan Tech
Admissions
Cost and Financial Aid
Return on Investment
Return on Investment
A Michigan Tech education is a smart investment in your future—and one that pays you
back. As you look at colleges and choose a
degree program
, consider the value you will get from the opportunities and experiences available
to you. With 75+ undergraduate majors to choose from, you're sure to find an academic
home where you can do what you love and find your people.
Request Information
We won't fill your inbox with stuff you don't need—you'll only get information about
Michigan Tech that's helpful to your college decision. Select an
area of study
to get started:
Form loading . . .
Career and ROI Outcomes
Build Your Skills and Grow
Stand Out
Watch Why Choose Michigan Tech? video
Why Choose Michigan Tech?
The Michigan Tech Difference
Earn a world-class STEM-focused education at Michigan’s R1 flagship technological
university. Invest in yourself—and maximize your potential—at Michigan Tech.
Career and ROI Outcomes
Tech students have an
average five year placement rate of 94.6 percent
within six months of graduation (within their field of study) and are in the top
20 for highest early-career
salaries
in the nation at
$82,400
.
The Wall Street Journal
ranks Michigan Tech among the best colleges in the US and first in the state for
salary impact.
More than
400 companies
attend our Career Fairs each year. Check out our
Career Services
to see how we support you in your career journey.
Build Skills and Grow
Work on real projects on real teams starting your first semester.
Design, build, communicate, and present.
Use the same equipment found in industry and use it early in your college career.
Build your resume your first year by developing skills and experiences employers look
for through
undergraduate research
. Join an
Enterprise team
and participate in senior design. Dive into what interests you.
Pavlis Honors College
.
Study abroad
.
Co-ops and internships
across the country. There are opportunities to grow and experiences that will help
you—now and in the future.
Stand Out—Here and in Your Career
Our size gives you opportunities to stand out on campus. The education you receive
prepares you stand out in the workplace.
Professors Know You by Name
Our close-knit campus is great for learning, and is also great when you're looking
for a
research opportunity
or have questions about career goals. Thinking about
grad school
,
med school
, or law school? You'll need a letter of recommendation. A professor who knows you
and can speak to your work ethic and abilities is an excellent addition to your application.
Small Classes
You'll have some larger lectures at Tech, but the
average class size is 25.
For first-year students, it's 28. You'll know professors and they'll know you. Ask
questions. Engage in discussions. Get more out of your classroom experience.
Distance from Home
There are great benefits that come from attending college a greater
distance from home
. Michigan Tech students
solve problems
and gain independence—qualities employers say make them more career-ready than graduates
of other schools.
Request Information
Apply Now
Pay My Deposit
Watch Why Top Employers Choose Michigan Tech Graduates video
Why Top Employers Choose Michigan Tech Graduates
More than 400 companies attend Michigan Tech's Career Fairs each year to recruit Huskies
for co-ops, internships, and full-time roles. Employers say Michigan Tech students
stand out for their hands-on experience, strong critical-thinking skills, and determination
to finish any job—qualities that translate into career readiness and strong return
on investment.
Watch Building Career Success at Tech: Insights from the Presidential Council of Alumnae video
Building Career Success at Tech
Hear from members of Michigan Tech's
Presidential Council of Alumnae (PCA)
as they share how their experiences on campus shaped their careers. From hands-on
learning to supportive faculty and a community driven by discovery, these leaders
show how Michigan Tech prepares students for what tomorrow needs.
132K+
hours of paid undergraduate research
94%
five-year average placement rate of graduates
Top 20
in the nation with a median early career pay of $82,400
No. 3
Best Public College in the US for Salary Impact
(The Wall Street Journal)
Small classes. Friendly professors. Smart students.
©