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Highlands College of Montana Tech

Butte, MT·Public·342 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 342 students.

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342
Students
$14,962
Net Price
36%
Grad Rate
$52,100
Earnings
10 yr
$18,750
Debt

About This School

Highlands College of Montana Tech is a public institution located in Butte, Montana with approximately 342 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $14,962 per year. The graduation rate is 36%, and the typical graduate earns $52,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Remote town
Avg Faculty Salary
$9,373

Popular Programs

Health Professions26%
Computer Science2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,130
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,950
Avg Net Price
$14,962
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$11,650
$30–48k$13,183
$48–75k$15,314
$75–110k$17,091
$110k+$17,792

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants13%
Median debt at graduation$18,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
36%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,750
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$56,100
Female graduates$35,200

Gap: 37% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$48,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.8x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White75%
Black1%
Hispanic/Latino4%
Asian1%
Two or more races8%
American Indian/Alaska Native3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (342 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Highlands College of Montana Tech

25 Basin Creek Rd

Butte, MT 59701

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Highlands College of Montana Tech cost?

The average net price at Highlands College of Montana Tech is about $14,962 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Highlands College of Montana Tech?

Highlands College of Montana Tech has a graduation rate of 36%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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