Montana Technological University

Montana Technological University The official page of Montana Technological University. Montana Tech is recognized as one of the top values in undergraduate education.

With our graduates enjoying some of the highest placement rates and salaries around, Montana Tech lives up to its reputation as being one of the best Return on Investment (ROI) colleges in the country. Founded in 1900 as the Montana School of Mines, Montana Tech now boasts four schools and colleges offering degree programs at the Ph.D., masters, bachelor, associate and certificate level. Montana T

ech is one of only two U.S. schools to offer a B.S. degree in geophysical engineering, one of ten to offer a B.S. degree in metallurgical engineering, one of nineteen that offer a B.S. degree in mining engineering and one of only 20 to offer a B.S. in petroleum engineering. Montana Tech also offers two Ph.D. programs, Materials Science and Earth Science & Engineering. Located in historic Butte, Montana, the campus is surrounded by a vibrant community with a rich history and culture. Conveniently located near two interstates, Butte’s backyard also offers easy access to some of the most exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities in the West. General Information:

Degrees and Programs:
Whether pursuing a graduate degree or beginning a career, Montana Tech students are prepared for success with our 60+ degree programs in the fields of: Business, Communications, Computer Sciences, Education, Engineering, General Studies/Liberal Arts, Health Care, Information Technology, Mathematics, Natural & Earth Science, and Trades/Technical Skills. Degrees offered:
Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Masters, Collaborative, and Ph.D. Enrollment:
2,945

Mascot:
Charlie Oredigger

Colors:
Green & Copper

Athletic Division:
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Athletic Conference:
Frontier Conference

Convocation is one of our favorite Orientation traditions!⚒️The ceremony welcomes and celebrates the beginning of our in...
08/21/2026

Convocation is one of our favorite Orientation traditions!⚒️

The ceremony welcomes and celebrates the beginning of our incoming class of Orediggers' journey here at Montana Tech.

We hope everyone who was able to attend had a great time!

⚒️Move-in day⚒️We're so excited to have our incoming Orediggers on campus and moved in!A big thanks to all the OLs, RAs,...
08/20/2026

⚒️Move-in day⚒️

We're so excited to have our incoming Orediggers on campus and moved in!

A big thanks to all the OLs, RAs, faculty, staff, volunteers and families that helped make yesterday go so smoothly!📦

Rise and shine Orediggers!⚒️We can't wait to see all you incoming Orediggers on campus today for Move-in and Convocation...
08/19/2026

Rise and shine Orediggers!⚒️

We can't wait to see all you incoming Orediggers on campus today for Move-in and Convocation!

Make sure that you check-in at the SUB(Student Union Building) first then get instructions from there.

With the Copper Game just around the corner make sure to grab your Copper Game shirt at the campus store before they sel...
08/17/2026

With the Copper Game just around the corner make sure to grab your Copper Game shirt at the campus store before they sell out!⚒️

The 2026 Montana Tech SURF/INBRE Poster Symposium was held last week in the Student Success Center!⚒️This event gives a ...
08/14/2026

The 2026 Montana Tech SURF/INBRE Poster Symposium was held last week in the Student Success Center!⚒️

This event gives a select group of our students an opportunity to show off the undergraduate research that they conducted over the summer!🔬

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the wildfires across the Northwest. We are especially thinking of our friends...
08/13/2026

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the wildfires across the Northwest. We are especially thinking of our friends at Montana Western and the communities throughout Beaverhead County. Please stay safe, and thank you to the firefighters, first responders, and volunteers protecting our communities.⚒️

Orientation is one week away Orediggers!⚒️We can't wait to see you on campus for a week full of activities and to welcom...
08/12/2026

Orientation is one week away Orediggers!⚒️

We can't wait to see you on campus for a week full of activities and to welcome you into the Montana Tech family!

For any information or questions you may have please visit:
https://www.mtech.edu/student-life/orientation/index.html

Montana Tech Chancellor Johnny MacLean, Associate Professor Chris Roos, and mining engineering students Jordan Niggemyer...
08/11/2026

Montana Tech Chancellor Johnny MacLean, Associate Professor Chris Roos, and mining engineering students Jordan Niggemyer and Michael Shaw represented the university at the White House as the U.S. Department of Energy announced a $100M initiative to expand America’s critical minerals workforce.⚒️

As home to one of just 14 accredited mining engineering programs—and the nation's only university with an underground mine education center on campus—we’re proud to lead the charge in securing America's energy future and training the next generation of STEM leaders!

Link to this page: https://mtech.edu/news/2026/08/department-of-energy-launches-100-million-initiative-to-build-americas-critical-minerals-workforce-strengthen-domestic-supply-chains.html

Classes begin August 24—are you ready?⚒️There’s still time to register for classes, connect with your advisor, and prepa...
08/10/2026

Classes begin August 24—are you ready?⚒️

There’s still time to register for classes, connect with your advisor, and prepare for your first semester at Montana Tech or Highlands College!

Start the registration process by clicking “Get Registered for Classes” in your PURL page.

Have questions?👀

Contact Admissions at (406) 496-4791 or [email protected].

Address

1300 W Park Street
Butte, MT
59701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14064964256

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