Michigan Technological University is a flagship public research university founded in 1885. Our campus in Michigan's Upper Peninsula overlooks the Keweenaw Waterway and is just a few miles from Lake Superior.
Michigan Technological University
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Degrees for What Tomorrow Needs
Find what makes you tick. Work hard. Change the world. With more than 125 degree programs to choose from, you’ll be sure to find an academic home at Michigan Tech that suits your unique passions and strengths.
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.
Open House
Is Michigan Tech the right fit for you? Join us for Open House on Friday, July 26, 2024 to find out! You'll spend the day learning why Tech is a great choice for college as you explore campus with hundreds of potential Huskies from around the country.
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Alumni Reunion
Mark your calendars for Alumni Reunion 2024,which runs Thursday through Saturday, August 1–3. Tech alumni and friends are invited to join us on campus for a fun-filled weekend of new and traditional events, including an Honored Classes Dinner that includes multiple action stations backstage at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. We've also planned plenty of outdoor adventure. Registration is required for all events—some have limited space. Please RSVP soon to ensure your spot. The deadline to register is Sunday, July 21.
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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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