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

09/10/2026

DayOne 2026 Celebrating 125 Years!⚒️

For 125 years, Montana Technological University has transformed determination into discovery, education into opportunity, and innovation into impact. As we conclude our 125th anniversary celebration and mark 10 years of DayOne, alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, and friends are coming together to honor Montana Tech’s remarkable legacy—and help write its next chapter.

There is officially ONE DAY LEFT for the Montana Tech community to continue giving to ensure the future of our Orediggers stays bright!💡

Together, we are honoring the legacy built by generations of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and supporters while investing in the people, programs, and possibilities that will define Montana Tech’s future.

Your DayOne gift creates scholarships that open doors, strengthens academic programs, advances groundbreaking research, enhances student experiences, and equips the next generation of Orediggers with the knowledge and skills to lead in an ever-changing world. Every gift, regardless of size, creates opportunities for students and helps ensure Montana Tech continues to innovate, inspire, and make an impact for generations to come.📚

Please consider giving before Day One ends tomorrow at noon by following the link in our bio or going to https://dayone.mtech.edu/

09/10/2026

One week until the Fall Career Fair Orediggers!⚒️

There will be over 160 employers in the SSC and HPER next Thursday(9/17) from 8 am to 2pm!👀

Resume need touching up? Don't have a professional outfit? Don't stress!

Career services will be in the SUB on September 14th from 10am-2pm for resume reviews AND a pop-up career closet to make sure you can look your best and be your best on Thursday!👔

Make sure to bring your student ID to check-in when you arrive at the Career Fair and keep track of your interview times for the second day interviews being held in the HPER on Friday.

Couldn't kick off the semester without the Back-to-School BBQ!⚒️We hope everyone had fun and the semester is going great...
09/09/2026

Couldn't kick off the semester without the Back-to-School BBQ!⚒️

We hope everyone had fun and the semester is going great so far!

Drive Your Future Forward with a CDL!⚒️Looking for a high-demand career? Get your Class A license at Montana Tech’s High...
09/08/2026

Drive Your Future Forward with a CDL!⚒️

Looking for a high-demand career? Get your Class A license at Montana Tech’s Highlands College.

Mandatory Info Session:
September 21 | 5:30 PM | Highlands College (25 Basin Creek Road)

Class Starts: October 5, 2026

Deadline to submit payment and documents is October 2, 2026!👀

The Details:
•Experienced Instructors
•Drive Your Future Forward with a CDL!
•Investment: $4,500
 
Limited Seats Available! Contact Kinsley Bennett at 406-496-4684 or [email protected] to claim your spot. For more information, visit www.mtech.edu/cdl.

Club Rush!⚒️The Courtyard was filled with over 50 clubs and organizations from around campus yesterday!We hope you found...
09/03/2026

Club Rush!⚒️

The Courtyard was filled with over 50 clubs and organizations from around campus yesterday!

We hope you found something that interests you and signed up for one(or more👀) clubs!

How bout them Diggers from Butte???⚒️Your Montana Tech Orediggers kicked off the football season with a Copper Game shut...
08/28/2026

How bout them Diggers from Butte???⚒️

Your Montana Tech Orediggers kicked off the football season with a Copper Game shutout at home last night!🏈

What a start to the season!

Back to school!⚒️First week of classes is always so exciting and we love having everyone back on campus!What are you mos...
08/26/2026

Back to school!⚒️

First week of classes is always so exciting and we love having everyone back on campus!

What are you most excited for this semester???📚

Staining shirts and making memories at Montana Tech!⚒️Orientation closed out last week with a paint party and DJ on camp...
08/25/2026

Staining shirts and making memories at Montana Tech!⚒️

Orientation closed out last week with a paint party and DJ on campus.🎨

Our incoming Orediggers got after it to kick the semester off in style!

Happy first day of the semester Orediggers!⚒️Last week our incoming class of students trekked up to the M to reach their...
08/24/2026

Happy first day of the semester Orediggers!⚒️

Last week our incoming class of students trekked up to the M to reach their first milestone as Montana Tech Orediggers!

We can't wait to see what else you all accomplish this semester and during your time here!⛰️

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!

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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