Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 57.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 58.1%
- Retention Rate
- 76.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,329
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 58.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $199/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining and Mineral Engineering. | Bachelor | $84,653 | |
| Public Health. | Master | $84,653 | $21,023 |
| Petroleum Engineering. | Bachelor | $78,343 | $27,000 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $71,015 | |
| Public Health. | Bachelor | $64,344 | $26,500 |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor | $58,334 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $56,415 | $26,036 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $56,157 | |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Master | $52,733 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $50,606 | |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology. | Certificate | $42,235 | $2,750 |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $38,829 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $38,829 | |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $33,281 | $28,125 |
Outcomes Overview
Montana Tech graduates earn a median of $54,329 within ten years, putting them ahead of many liberal arts schools but behind top engineering programs. The typical graduate carries $18,750 in debt with monthly payments of $199. This translates to roughly 4.5% of gross income going toward loans, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The school's strong ties to Montana's mining industry and regional energy companies help explain the 96.7% employment rate. Many graduates land positions with mining corporations, engineering firms, and utility companies throughout the Mountain West. With a debt-to-income ratio of just 35%, Montana Tech delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking technical careers.