In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Montana Technological University is a place of purpose, home to uncommon thinking, research, innovation, and ideas. With Montana as our living laboratory, we offer a top education as a leading STEM university, with additional solid programs in nursing, health, and professional fields. What we do matters, today more than ever.

Our tight-knit talented community of determined doers collaborates on discoveries that improve lives. And in changing the world, our students realize their potential, fuel their passion, and find their path.

#1 Best Bachelor's Program in Montana

University HQ, 2025

#1 Best Master’s Program in Montana

University HQ, 2025

#1 Best College in Montana

Niche.com, 2025

Best College for Nursing in Montana

Niche, 2025

96% NCLEX-RN Pass Rate

AY 22/23

Best Colleges for Petroleum Engineering

College Transitions, 2024

#18: Top Public Schools

U.S. News, 2025

#35: Regional Universities West

U.S. News, 2025

#94: Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs

U.S. News, 2025

Best 390 Colleges

The Best 390 Colleges
Princeton Review, 2025

Top 50 Best Value Colleges

(Public Schools)
Princeton Review, 2025

America’s Top Colleges

Forbes, 2023

$47,840

Median Starting Salary for Highlands College Graduates, 2022

$54,080

Median Starting Salary for CLSPS Graduates, 2022

$80,080

Median Starting Salary for Lance College of Mines & Engineering Graduates, 2022

Strong Acceptance Rate

Montana Tech students have a strong acceptance rate into medical, dental, pharmacy, and other professional schools.

94.5%

Career Outcomes Rate
Montana Tech Outcomes Survey (FY24)

Engaged Faculty with Experience