Montana Tech-college Of Technology

25 Basin Creek Rd, Butte, MT, 59701 - View a map of this school Map

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The mission of the college is to meet the changing needs of society by supplying knowledge and education through a strong undergraduate curriculum augmented by research, graduate education and service....

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  • Montana Tech-college Of Technology
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County Silver Bow County, MT -
Title IV Eligible YES Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 351 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 78 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 429 students 2,213 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 885 students 229 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 91% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 63% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $3,180 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 28% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $1,477 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 24% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $1,646 $1,146
% Students Receiving Loans 75% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $3,256 $3,129

School Notes:

  • Since its founding in 1900, Montana Tech has earned a reputation as one of the finest science, engineering, and technical colleges in the world. With more than 40 academic programs and 38 clubs and organizations, Tech offers tremendous opportunities. Montana Tech is located virtually on the Continental Divide in historic Butte, Montana. Visiting Tech at any time of the year can be both an informative and enjoyable experience. As you tour our campus on the hill, you will have a special opportunity to learn more about the college through first-hand contact with students, faculty, and staff. We appreciate your interest, and as you continue your journey, we hope that these links for prospective students provide you with the information you need to learn more about Montana Tech.
  • Montana Tech's College of Technology is located at 25 Basin Creek Road, Butte, Montana. We are a small school that enjoys the luxuries of a beautiful setting, fine instructional faculty, and a warm supporting cast of characters. The College of Technology of Montana Tech of The University of Montana provides occupational training that is responsive to the present and future needs of the residents of Silver Bow County, its contiguous area, and the state of Montana.
  • The College offers over eleven programs of study. The programs of study are in the areas of business, radiologic technology, and trades & technical. Civil Engineering Technology, and GIS/GPS are unique two-year programs in the state. There are programs in networking, metals fabrication, and a bridge program in nursing leading to an ASRN, attainable through Montana Tech.
  • The College of Technology offers occupational-specific and related instruction to prepare students for employment. The College will continue to meet immediate and short-term training needs of industry and business within its major service area. The College participates in the process of developing collaborative relationships with other post-secondary institutions to provide better educational opportunities for Montana citizens and to ensure the most effective and responsible use of resources.
  • Profile last updated: 09/03/2009.

In the News:

  • Get ready to get scared for Halloween (The Montana Standard)
    posted on October 29, 2009 at 02:34:40 pm
    Following is a list of Halloween haunted houses and youth parties planned in Butte and the surrounding area. If you have one to add to the list, e-mail to editor@mtstandard.com or call 496-5510.
  • Monday Calendar (The Montana Standard)
    posted on October 27, 2009 at 07:47:56 am
    Volunteer members of the Butte Chapter of SCORE will meet at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Butte Chamber of Commerce, 1000 George St. Ellen Crain, archivist for Butte-Silver Bow, is featured speaker.
  • Area Snapshots (The Montana Standard)
    posted on October 26, 2009 at 10:33:34 am
    ‘Walk of Terror' in Anaconda ANACONDA — A "Walk of Terror' is planned Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30-31, at Dwyer Intermediate School, Anaconda, as a fundraiser for Pintler Pets Humane Society.
  • Calendar (The Montana Standard)
    posted on October 26, 2009 at 10:33:04 am
    Butte Butte Dance Club will have a dance from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Star Lanes. Cost is $7.50 per person. Use the south entrance. Everyone welcome.
  • Montana's higher education enrollment soars (Great Falls Tribune)
    posted on October 25, 2009 at 11:07:27 am
    Dale Sivumaki, 51, is a grandfather four times over — and he's a first-year college student at Montana State University-Great Falls College of Technology.

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