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Your chances of getting into Michigan Technological University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

93.7%
Admission Difficulty for Michigan Technological University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Michigan Tech is 93.7%.  Its admission rate is the 42nd lowest in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Michigan Tech and can you get accepted?

Michigan Technological University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 7,394 out of the 7,893 who applied were admitted.

Michigan Technological University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.78. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Michigan Tech?

94% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Michigan Technological University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.78 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1240 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Michigan Tech GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.78

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Michigan Technological University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Michigan Tech are to have around a 3.78 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.78 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Michigan Tech accepts 94% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Michigan Tech is 3.78 on the 4.0 scale. 29% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #5 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Michigan Tech is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Michigan Technological University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 28.61% Good
3.75 to 3.99 30.51% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 18.85% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.75% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 5.97% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 3.32% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Michigan Tech SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Michigan Technological University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 71% of students submitted SAT scores and 25% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1130-1350

Applicants Submitting SAT 

71%
SAT Scores for Michigan Technological University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 560
Math 25th Percentile 570
Composite 25th Percentile 1130
SAT Scores for Michigan Technological University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 670
Math 75th Percentile 680
Composite 75th Percentile 1350
Average SAT Score 1240

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Michigan Technological University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Michigan Tech is 1240 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1130-1350. Students who get into Michigan Technological University score in the top 36 percent of all SAT test takers..  Michigan Tech ranks #7 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1240 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Michigan Tech regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1130 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1130, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1020, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Michigan Technological University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1240 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1240, you have around a 94% chance of being admitted. A 1350 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 97% chance of getting in.

Michigan Technological University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1350 and Above Good >97%
1240 to 1350 Avg + 94%-97%
1130 to 1240 Avg - 89%-94%
1020 to 1130 Reach 81%-89%
Less than 1020 Low <81%
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Michigan Tech ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

25%
ACT Scores for Michigan Technological University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 22
Math 25th Percentile 25
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for Michigan Technological University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 30
Math 75th Percentile 30
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Michigan Tech?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Michigan Tech is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 31.  The school ranks #8 in Michigan for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

25 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Michigan Technological University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Michigan Technological University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Michigan Tech for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 94% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 97% with a 31 ACT score.

Michigan Technological University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >97%
27 to 31 Avg + 94%-97%
24 to 27 Avg - 90%-94%
21 to 24 Reach 84%-90%
Less than 21 Low <84%
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High School Class Rank

58% of Michigan Technological University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 27% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Michigan Technological University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 27.16%
Top 25% of class 58.47%
Top 50% of class 90%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Michigan Technological University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,130 4,746 7,893
Accepted 2,950 4,428 7,394
Acceptance Rate 94% 93% 94%
Enrolled 411 977 1,388
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% 22% 19%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Michigan Technological University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Michigan Technological University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Michigan Technological University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Michigan Technological University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Michigan Technological University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.78 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1240 and ACT of 27 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=171128 IPEDS survey data for Michigan Technological University.

Last updated February 24, 2024