School Details
Montana Technological University is a four-year, public institution of higher education, located in the city of Butte, Montana. The school was founded in 1900 as the Montana State School of Mines. In 1965, the school changed its name to the Montana College of Mineral Science and Technology and in 1995 it became part of the University of Montana System. The Butte Vocational and Technical Center and what is now known as Highlands College joined with Montana Tech when it became part of this system as well.
The schools and colleges that make up Montana Tech are:
- School of Mines and Engineering
- College of Letters, Sciences, and Professional Studies
- The Graduate School
- Highlands College
In addition to traditional on-campus programs of study, Montana Tech also offers degrees and certificate programs in both fully online and hybrid learning environments. These online programs are flexible, allowing more people to earn their degrees.
Accreditation & Licensing
Montana Technological University is accredited by:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Montana Technological University is located in Montana
Montana at a Glance:

Top Majors in Montana:
Top Incentives in Montana:
- Montana Higher Education Grant: Up to $2,000 annually
Top Career Pathways in Montana:
- Entry Level: Resource Specialist ($45,000)
- Mid Level: Conservation Manager ($75,000)
- Senior Level: Program Director ($110,000+)
- Required Education: BS Environmental Science
- Certifications: PWS, CISEC