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Highlands College of Montana Tech

Butte, MT·Public·https://www.mtech.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

Highlands College of Montana Tech is a public community college in Butte, MT. Ski resorts are within 41 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 47/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Highlands College of Montana Tech is a public community college in Butte, MT. Ski resorts are within 41 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 47/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,624
In-State Tuition
+$966 fees
$8,347
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,043 fees
$11,696
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Ski Access

41 miles

Discovery Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

33°F avg school-year

Ski Town

41 mi away
2,400 skiable acres8 lifts
46 mi away
Maverick Mountain

Montana

46 mi away
450 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Butte, MT

20°Jan22°Feb32°Mar39°Apr48°May56°Jun64°Jul62°Aug53°Sep41°Oct28°Nov19°Dec

Station: BUTTE BERT MOONEY Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

47/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety602843
60/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
28/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
43/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,624$8,347
Fees
$966$1,043
Room & Board
$11,696$11,696
Total
$15,286$21,086
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

21 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
68 grads/yr$98,271
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
14 grads/yr
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
13 grads/yr
Civil Engineering Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
12 grads/yr
CarpentersAssociate's
11 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate68 grads$98,271
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's14 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate13 grads
Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Associate's12 grads
Carpenters
Associate's11 grads
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Associate's9 grads
Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Certificate6 grads
Precision Metal Working
Associate's5 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's4 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate2 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Highlands College of Montana Tech located?

Highlands College of Montana Tech is located in Butte, MT. The main campus address is 25 Basin Creek Rd, Butte, MT. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Highlands College of Montana Tech?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Highlands College of Montana Tech charges $2,624/year for in-state students and $8,347/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($11,696/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,390/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Highlands College of Montana Tech's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Highlands College of Montana Tech the right fit for me?

Whether Highlands College of Montana Tech is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,347/year out-of-state), campus culture in Butte, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Highlands College of Montana Tech against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Highlands College of Montana Tech directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Butte, MT
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 33°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
47/100
Nearest Airport
Butte, MT (BTM) · 1 mialso HLN (53 mi), BZN (66 mi)

Location

Butte, MT

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.