Montana Technological University Admission Requirements

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Montana Technological University Admission Overview

Montana Technological University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Montana Technological University admitted 91.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.5 GPA (A-) and SAT 1040-1260 / ACT 19-25. Montana Technological University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Montana Technological University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

91.1%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Montana Technological University

Acceptance Rate

The Montana Technological University acceptance rate is 91.1%. Last year, 1,649 of 1,811 applicants were admitted. That is the 5th lowest acceptance rate in Montana.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Montana Technological University and can you get accepted?

Montana Technological University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Montana Technological University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.5. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Montana Technological University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.5

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.5

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Montana Technological University typically have around a 3.5 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Montana Technological University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #2 in Montana for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Montana Technological University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 8.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 34.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 18.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 9.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Montana Technological University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1040-1260

Freshmen who sent SAT

13%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 510
  • Math 530
  • Composite 1040
SAT 25th percentile scores for Montana Technological University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 630
  • Math 630
  • Composite 1260
SAT 75th percentile scores for Montana Technological University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Montana Technological University typically score around a 1150 SAT (middle 50% 1040–1260) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 68th percentile nationally. Montana Technological University ranks #4 in the state of Montana for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1040 to 1260

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Montana Technological University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1150 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Montana Technological University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1260+ Above 75th >95%
1150 to 1260 Avg + 91%-95%
1040 to 1150 Avg - 84%-91%
Below 1040 Below mid-50 <84%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Montana Technological University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-25

Freshmen reporting ACT

82%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 17
  • Math 18
  • Composite 19
ACT 25th percentile scores for Montana Technological University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 24
  • Math 26
  • Composite 25
ACT 75th percentile scores for Montana Technological University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Montana Technological University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 19–25) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Montana Technological University places #3 among colleges in Montana for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 25

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Montana Technological University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Montana Technological University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
25+ Above 75th >95%
22 to 25 Avg + 91%-95%
19 to 22 Avg - 84%-91%
Below 19 Below mid-50 <84%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

81% of Montana Technological University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 49% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Montana Technological University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 21%
Top 25% of class 49%
Top 50% of class 81%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Montana Technological University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 810 988 1,811
Accepted 758 880 1,649
Acceptance Rate 94% 89% 91%
Enrolled 135 215 352
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 18% 24% 21%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

Montana Technological University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Montana Technological University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Montana Technological University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 91.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.5 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1040-1260); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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GPA calculator: Montana Technological University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026