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.
School Highlights
Highlands College of Montana Tech serves 679 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 679 students
In-state tuition: $3,236
Out-state tuition: $8,204
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 17%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Highlands College of Montana Tech
(MT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
59 staff
90 staff
Student Body
The student population of Highlands College of Montana Tech has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Highlands College of Montana Tech diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has grown by 47% over five years.
Total Enrollment
679 students
1,171 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
293 students
428 students
# Part-Time Students
386 students
743 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
446 students
142 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
293 students
428 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
386 students
386 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
452 students
171 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
2%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
2%
2%
% Black
n/a
1%
% White
83%
62%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
9%
26%
Diversity Score
0.30
0.54
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
21%
30%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$50,900
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,236 is less than the state average of $4,139. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,204 is less than the state average of $8,788. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,236
$4,139
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,204
$8,788
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$21,500
$11,966
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$6,329
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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.
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 679 students
In-state tuition: $3,236
Out-state tuition: $8,204
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 17%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
