- The mission of the college is to meet the changing needs of society by supplying knowledge and education through a strong undergraduate curriculum augmented by research, graduate education and service.
School Highlights
Highlands College of Montana Tech serves 656 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 656 students
- In-state tuition: $3,236
- Out-state tuition: $8,204
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Highlands College of Montana Tech
(MT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
59 staff
90 staff
Student Body
The student population of Highlands College of Montana Tech has declined by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Highlands College of Montana Tech diversity score of 0.22 is less than the state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
656 students
554 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
266 students
266 students
# Part-Time Students
390 students
288 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
446 students
142 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
266 students
266 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
390 students
253 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
452 students
171 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
3%
3%
% White
1%
4%
% Hawaiian
88%
67%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Unknown races
1%
19%
Diversity Score
0.22
0.51
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.203%
0.3594%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$50,900
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,236 is less than the state average of $4,139. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,204 is less than the state average of $8,788. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,236
$4,139
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,204
$8,788
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$21,500
$11,966
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$6,329
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Since its founding in 1900, Montana Tech has earned a reputation as one of the finest science, engineering, and technical colleges in the world. With more than 40 academic programs and 38 clubs and organizations, Tech offers tremendous opportunities. Montana Tech is located virtually on the Continental Divide in historic Butte, Montana. Visiting Tech at any time of the year can be both an informative and enjoyable experience. As you tour our campus on the hill, you will have a special opportunity to learn more about the college through first-hand contact with students, faculty, and staff. We appreciate your interest, and as you continue your journey, we hope that these links for prospective students provide you with the information you need to learn more about Montana Tech. Montana Tech's College of Technology is located at 25 Basin Creek Road, Butte, Montana. We are a small school that enjoys the luxuries of a beautiful setting, fine instructional faculty, and a warm supporting cast of characters. The College of Technology of Montana Tech of The University of Montana provides occupational training that is responsive to the present and future needs of the residents of Silver Bow County, its contiguous area, and the state of Montana. The College offers over eleven programs of study. The programs of study are in the areas of business, radiologic technology, and trades & technical. Civil Engineering Technology, and GIS/GPS are unique two-year programs in the state. There are programs in networking, metals fabrication, and a bridge program in nursing leading to an ASRN, attainable through Montana Tech. The College of Technology offers occupational-specific and related instruction to prepare students for employment. The College will continue to meet immediate and short-term training needs of industry and business within its major service area. The College participates in the process of developing collaborative relationships with other post-secondary institutions to provide better educational opportunities for Montana citizens and to ensure the most effective and responsible use of resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Highlands College of Montana Tech cost?
Highlands College of Montana Tech's tuition is approximately $3,236 for In-State students and $8,204 for Out-State students.
What schools are Highlands College of Montana Tech often compared to?
Highlands College of Montana Techis often viewed alongside schools like Helena College University of Montana by visitors of our site.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Highlands College of Montana Tech is Pima Medical Institute-Dillon (50.9 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Pima Medical Institute-Dillon
Private for-profit
434 E. Poindexter Street
Dillon, MT 59725
(406) 988-0888
Dillon, MT 59725
(406) 988-0888
50.9 miles
| 50 students
1115 N Roberts Street
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 447-6900
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 447-6900
51.1 miles
| 1,468 students
2100 16th Ave S
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 268-3700
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 268-3700
122.0 miles
| 1,185 students
Evans Hairstyling College-Rexburg
Private for-profit
67 Winn Dr
Rexburg, ID 83440
(208) 359-8141
Rexburg, ID 83440
(208) 359-8141
150.0 miles
| 75 students
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Private not-for-profit
525 S Center
Rexburg, ID 83460
(208) 496-1411
Rexburg, ID 83460
(208) 496-1411
151.1 miles
| 44,304 students
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