MICHIGAN TECH
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YOU’RE GOING TO WANT TO READ THIS.
Look inside for everything you need to know:
dates, deadlines, and contact info.
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ACADEMIC
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Spring Semester 2022
January 10, Monday Instruction begins
January 17, Monday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
recess, one day only
February 9, Wednesday 10 p.m. Winter Carnival recess begins
February 14, Monday Classes resume
March 4, Friday 10 p.m. Spring Break begins
March 14, Monday Classes resume
April 22, Friday Last day of regular classes
April 25, Monday–April 29, Friday Final exam period
April 29, Friday Spring semester ends
TBD Spring Commencement
Summer Semester 2022
May 9, Monday Full Session begins
May 9, Monday Session A begins
May 30, Monday Memorial Day recess
May 31, Tuesday Classes resume
June 23, Thursday Session A ends
June 24, Friday Session A exam period
June 27, Monday Session B begins
Independence Day recess,
one day only
July 4, Monday
July 5, Tuesday Classes resume
August 11, Thursday Session B ends
August 11, Thursday Full Session ends
Full Session, Session B
exam period
August 12, Friday
Fall Semester 2022
August 29, Monday Instruction begins
September 5, Monday Labor Day recess
September 9, Friday noon K-Day recess, one day only
September 12, Monday Classes resume
November 18, Friday 10 p.m. Thanksgiving recess begins
November 28, Monday Classes resume
December 9, Friday Last day of regular classes
December 12, Monday–
December 16, Friday
Final exam period
December 16, Friday Fall semester ends
December 17 Midyear Commencement
Spring Semester 2023
January 9, Monday Instruction begins
January 16, Monday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
recess, one day only
February 8, Wednesday 10 p.m. Winter Carnival recess begins
February 13, Monday Classes resume
March 3, Friday 10 p.m. Spring Break begins
March 13, Monday Classes resume
April 21, Friday Last day of regular classes
April 24, Monday–April 28, Friday Final exam period
April 28, Friday Spring semester ends
April 29 Spring Commencement
Summer Semester 2023
May 8, Monday Full Session begins
May 8, Monday Session A begins
May 29, Monday Memorial Day recess
May 30, Tuesday Classes resume
June 22, Thursday Session A ends
June 23,
Friday Session A exam period
June 26, Monday Session B begins
July 4, Tuesday
Independence Day recess,
one day only
July 5, Wednesday Classes resume
August 10, Thursday Session B ends
August 10, Thursday Full Session ends
August 11, Friday
Full Session, Session B
exam period
The First Steps
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Visit Campus
Campus tours are offered every Monday through Friday twice daily.
While you're here, meet with a representative from your intended
area of study.
Plan your visit online at mtu.edu/admissions/visit or call us
at 888-688-1885.
Save the date for Preview Day—Saturday, March 26, 2022. It’s a day
just for students accepted to Michigan Tech! Preview Day is more
than a campus tour; it’s chock-full of information sessions on housing
and residence life, scholarships and financial aid, international
opportunities, what to expect in the classroom, and more. See
mtu.edu/previewday for more information.
Log on to MyMichiganTech
As an accepted student, you now have access to MyMichiganTech,
your personalized Michigan Tech website. Log on to view your
enrollment checklist—a list of tasks to complete and information
you’ll need to know:
• Apply for on-campus housing and check the status of your
residence hall application.
• Access your Michigan Tech email.
• View and accept scholarships and financial aid you’ve been
awarded.
• Access course placement assessments for math and computer
science (if applicable).
• View your class schedule when it’s available.
• Upload your HuskyCard photo.
• Grant guest access for up to four people to view your bill,
transcript, class schedule, and other important student record
information.
Log on at mymichigantech.mtu.edu. You’ll need the username and
password provided on the Account Details sheet included in your
acceptance packet. Select the Change Password icon to set your
official Michigan Tech password. You’ll use this password to access
MyMichiganTech and other campus computing resources, including
your Michigan Tech email account.
For more information, contact the Admissions Office at
[email protected] or 888-688-1885.
Follow Michigan Tech
@michigantech
@michigan_tech
Enrollment Deposit
Your enrollment deposit has been received! This nonrefundable
deposit confirms your spot in the incoming class of 2022 and allows
you to submit your housing application.
Changing Your Major
If you decide prior to enrolling at Michigan Tech that you would like to
change your major from the program you selected on your application
for admission, email [email protected] or call or text 906-813-4035
to indicate the major you would like to change to. Your application
will be reviewed to determine if you meet admissions requirements
for the new program. To change your major after you enroll, you will
work directly with your academic advisor to request changes to your
program of study.
Declining Your Acceptance
If you decide not to enroll at Michigan Tech, email [email protected]
or call or text 906-813-4035 to let us know. Your notification will
cancel your application for admission and your housing application
(if applicable). Any scholarships or financial aid awarded to you will
also be canceled. In addition, you will stop receiving notifications and
reminders from the University.
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Financing Your Michigan Tech Education
Paying for college is a big deal. Financing your education is made
possible by four types of funding sources:
• Scholarships
• Grants
• Loans
• Employment
To be considered for the most opportunities, start by filing your Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Complete Your FAFSA
To be considered for all University-awarded financial aid, including
grants, loans (for students and parents/guardians), work-study
employment, and other aid, complete your FAFSA. File online at
fafsa.gov. Our federal school code is 002292. Although your social
security number was not required when you applied for admission
to Michigan Tech, it is required for FAFSA filing purposes. To avoid
delays in processing your FAFSA, please call the Admissions Office at
888-688-1885 to provide your social security number.
File by the due dates listed below for the best opportunities.
FAFSAs processed after these dates will receive consideration
for remaining aid.
FAFSA Dates to Remember
Semester FAFSA to File Begin to File Due Date
Spring 2022 2021-2022 As soon as
possible
December 1,
2021
Summer 2022 2021-2022 As soon as
possible
April 1, 2022
Fall 2022 2022-2023 October 1, 2021 March 1, 2022
If you’ve already filed a FAFSA, but did not have the results sent to
Michigan Tech, visit fafsa.gov or call 800-433-3243 to have the results
released to us.
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Scholarships
Michigan Tech offers merit-based scholarships for both first-year and
transfer students.
First-year students
While you may not have provided official SAT or ACT scores at
time of application, we recommend you submit official scores
for additional scholarship consideration. Michigan residents are
eligible for Presidential Scholars Program awards, and non-Michigan
residents are eligible for National Scholars Program awards. If you
plan to submit SAT or ACT results, be sure to have your official scores
sent to us as soon as possible. Also, start checking with your high
school guidance office, community foundations, parent/guardian’s
place of employment, and other outside sources for additional
scholarship opportunities.
The following competitive scholarships require additional application
materials. Some deadlines ar
e as early as November 1:
• Leading Scholar Award—November 1
• FIRST Robotics Scholarship—November 15
• Summer Youth Scholars—November 15
• College of Business Impact Scholarship—November 28
• Husky Innovation Leaders Award—February 4
• Visual and Performing Arts Talent Award—April 1
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Transfer students
Both Michigan and non-Michigan residents are eligible for transfer
scholarships. Non-Michigan residents are eligible for transfer awards
through the National Scholars Program, and Michigan residents are
eligible for the Michigan Tech Transfer Scholarship. In both cases,
you're automatically considered for the award.
Visit mtu.edu/admissions/tuition/scholarships for a full list of
scholarships and deadlines.
Your Financial Aid Award Letter
If you are awarded financial assistance as a result of completing the
FAFSA, you will receive a financial aid award letter that includes the
following detailed information:
• Amount of merit- and need-based aid awarded
• Estimated annual cost of attendance for the upcoming school year
• Financial aid deadlines and information
• Information about how to accept your awards and the terms and
conditions of your financial aid
Financial Aid Notication Schedule
Semester Notication Begins
Spring 2022 December 31, 2021
Summer 2022 April 30, 2022
Fall 2022 December 31, 2021
Employment
Regardless of when you start at Michigan Tech, you’ll find many
opportunities for student employment. Even if you don’t qualify for
work-study (as a result of your FAFSA/Expected Family Contribution),
many departments on campus hire students for part-time jobs. On
average, 2,000 students are employed on campus. Off-campus
employment opportunities are also available.
Visit mtu.edu/admissions/tuition/employment for details.
Cost of Attendance
Your cost of attendance is an estimate of your annual expenses,
including tuition, fees, room and board, books and supplies, and
personal needs and travel.
Visit mtu.edu/admissions/tuition/calculator to get an estimate of your
net cost after financial aid and scholarships.
2021-22 Estimated Undergraduate Student Expenses
Student Expenses
Michigan
Residents
Non-Michigan
Residents
Tuition
1,2
$16,654 $37,800
Required Fees
3
$312 $312
Lab and Course Fees (estimated) $585 $585
Room and Board
4
$11,655 $11,655
TOTAL Billed Expenses $29,206 $50,352
Additional costs to consider
Books and Supplies $1,200 $1,200
Personal Needs and Travel $1,740 $1,740
Loan Origination Fee
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$64 $64
Annual TOTAL
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$32,210 $53,356
1. Students taking 12 to 18 credits per semester are charged the plateau rate
listed above. Students taking fewer than 12 credits will be charged on a
per-credit basis (resident: $629, non-resident: $1,400). This per-credit price
also applies to any credit taken over 18 credits. Students attending summer
semester will be charged the per-credit rate.
2. Students who have earned 60 or more credits, including transfer credit, credit
earned through early college or dual enrollment, or AP, IB, or CLEP, will be
charged upper-division tuition. For details, see mtu.edu/finaid/tuition/cost
3. Required fees per semester include: Fall and Spring Activity Fee—$60; Fall and
Spring Experience Tech Fee—$96 (not assessed in summer).
4. Room and board rates vary, depending on hall assignment and meal plan
selection. See options at mtu.edu/housing/applications-policies/rates
5. The loan origination fee estimated above is only charged to those students
receiving federal direct loans.
6. Tuition, fees, and room and board are payable each semester.
Student Tuition and Your Bill
Your bill will be available online through MyMichiganTech. Some
students may receive a second bill, which will be available during the
third week of each semester and will reflect any changes in financial
aid, housing, and/or course adjustments made (additions or drops). It
is possible to use financial aid to help pay for your books; details will
be in your Financial Aid Award Letter.
Billing Schedule
Semester of
Enrollment
First Billing Date
Due Date
Second Billing Date
Due Date
Spring 2022 December 1, 2021
January 5, 2022
January 25, 2022
February 11, 2022
Summer 2022 April 1, 2022
May 4, 2022
May 24, 2022
June 10, 2022
Fall 2022 July 8, 2022
August 24, 2022
September 13, 2022
September 30, 2022
Payment Options
Michigan Tech offers several options for paying your bill:
• Check or money order
• Credit card* (online)
• e-check (online)
• Five- or Four-Payment Plan
* There is a 2.3 percent nonrefundable surcharge for Visa, MasterCard, Discover,
and American Express payments.
For more information, visit mtu.edu/student-billing or contact the
Student Financial Services Center at 906-487-2622 or [email protected].
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Campus Living
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Apply for Housing
All single students, other than transfer or commuting students living
with a parent/guardian, must live on campus during their first year at
the University. Students receiving merit-based scholarships through
the Presidential Scholars, National Scholars, or Leading Scholar
Programs are required to live in University housing for their first two
academic years.
Apply early for housing by completing and submitting your residence
hall application. The residence hall application is available via
MyMichiganTech:
• Priority is given to students who find a match using Roommate
Matching (in order of the date and time matched in the system).
• After all students who used Roommate Matching are placed into
housing, assignments are determined by the date we receive your
residence hall application.
• Transfer students enrolling for fall who wish to live in the residence
halls must submit their residence hall application by March 1.
Residence Halls
You may choose to live in one of three residence halls. Each has its
own game room, kitchenettes, sauna, laundry facility, fitness room,
reception desk, lounges, and student and professional staff.
• Douglass Houghton Hall (DHH), our smallest residence hall,
houses about 360 students. This three-story historic building was
constructed in the late 1930s and characterizes that time period
with its beautiful architectural details.
• McNair Hall has a great view of the Keweenaw Waterway and
consists of three buildings, housing about 600 students.
• Wadsworth Hall (Wads) is the largest hall—one-quarter mile long,
five stories high, and home to approximately 1,050 students. In
addition to a vibrant residence hall community, Wads offers the
Campus Café, a convenient place to meet friends, relax away from
the books, and enjoy late-night dining and snacking options.
Choose a Roommate (Fall Semester Only)
Once you submit your residence hall application, you will be invited
to use Roommate Matching (beginning May 1). Request a roommate
you know, or search for the best match. You have until May 31 to enter
your roommate choice, but it’s best to match as early as possible. If
you choose not to use this program, we will assign you a roommate.
Please note: Students enrolling for spring or summer semesters are
not eligible for Roommate Matching.
Starting August 1, all students will see a Housing tab on their
MyMichiganTech account. There you will find all of your important
residence hall room assignment details. Students who apply after
August 1 will be able to view their details on the Housing tab as soon
as their residence hall application is processed.
For more information, visit mtu.edu/housing or contact
Residence Education and Housing Services at 906-487-2682 or
Michigan Tech Apartments
• Hillside Place offers a hybrid residential experience to upper-
division and graduate students. Each furnished apartment contains
four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a living space with panoramic
views. All utilities are included with the exception of phone service,
and you’ll enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, with electric range,
microwave, and full-size refrigerator, as well as laundry facilities,
study lounges, a fitness center, and more.
• Daniell Heights Apartments offer one- and two-bedroom units for
students with families, graduate students, and undergraduates
who are 21 and older. Utilities are included with the exception of
phone service. Apartments are furnished, including stoves and
refrigerators, and each building features laundry facilities.
Visit mtu.edu/housing to apply for an apartment or gather more
information. You can also contact the Housing Office at 906-487-2682
Residence Hall Dining Services
Our meal plan provides unlimited access to all three residential dining
halls. There is no limit to the number of times you may enter a dining
hall to eat a meal or stop in for a snack or drink.
You may use your meal plan in any of the residential dining halls. Meal
hours are posted throughout the halls. In the case of a class, lab, or
work schedule conflict, arrangements can be made to pick up a meal.
Dining Services offers a variety of entrées at each meal, including
vegan and vegetarian options; salad, deli, and pasta bars; and stir fry,
pizza, dessert, ice cream, waffle, and beverage stations. If you have an
allergy or other dietary need, let the Dining Services staff know—we
will work with you to provide the food you need.
Dining Dollars
Dining Dollars add flexibility to your meal plan. They are included in
the meal plan and allow you to eat at convenient times and locations.
Dining Dollars are accepted at multiple retail dining locations on
campus and at vending machines.
Unused Dining Dollars are transferable from fall to spring semester;
however, any Dining Dollars not used by the end of spring semester
are nonrefundable.
For more information, visit mtu.edu/dining or email Dining Services at
Register for Residential Parking
If you will be living on campus and you decide to bring a vehicle,
please register your vehicle and purchase your Residential Parking
Permit online by visiting the Michigan Tech Parking Portal on the
Transportation Services website. Permits will be available to purchase
online beginning in August each year. Permits for motorcycles,
scooters/mopeds, snowmobiles, and trailers are only available
to purchase at the Transportation Services Office in Room 100 of
the Administration Building. Please note that winter storage is not
available on campus.
For full details, visit mtu.edu/transportation, contact Transportation
forward to assisting you with your parking needs.
Commuting and Off-Campus Living
If you are a Michigan Tech student from the local area, you may
choose to live at home with your parent/guardian. All of the same
resources and opportunities are available to students who commute
to campus, and we encourage you to take advantage of them
and get involved.
Before Orientation, commuter students will receive communication
about connecting with staff and getting their questions answered.
Students can always email [email protected] with any questions or
concerns they may have prior to the start of the semester. As part of
fall Orientation, plan to attend the Commuter Orientation Session.
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet fellow commuters and begin to
get connected and involved.
Commuter Meal Plans
Meal options are available for commuter students—whether you
would like to eat in the residential dining halls, or you prefer
eating in retail dining operations like the North Coast Grill and Deli
and Campus Café.
The Top Dog Express Meal Plan can be purchased in blocks of 10,
25, 50, or 75 meals. The more meals you purchase, the less you
pay per meal. This plan can be used in any residential dining hall
(DHH, McNair, or Wadsworth) and features all-you-care-to-eat,
buffet-style dining.
Express Cash is a debit card program available as a feature of
your ID card. It operates like a no-interest checking account. After
adding funds, you can use your ID to make purchases at campus
locations, including:
• Campus Store •
Central Ticket Office
• University Images •
Mont Ripley and the
HuskiCafé• North Coast Grill and Deli
• Memorial Union •
Library Café
• Campus Café •
Fusion
Purchase a meal plan or add Express Cash to your ID card at the
HuskyCard service area in the Van Pelt and Opie Library. Visit
mtu.edu/dining/about/meal-plans for more information.
Register for Commuter Parking
If you will commute to campus, please register your vehicle and
purchase your Commuter Parking Permit online by visiting the
Michigan Tech Parking Portal on the Transportation Services website,
before classes begin. Permits will be available to purchase online
beginning in August each year and available for pickup after
purchasing online. Permits for motorcycles, scooters/mopeds,
snowmobiles are only available to purchase at the Transportation
Services office in Room 100 of the Administration Building. Please
note that winter storage is not available on campus.
You also have the option to register your vehicle online and pay to
park at metered/visitor parking on campus. Meters can be paid with
U.S. quarters, through the Parkmobile app, or by purchasing visitor
permits either in person or online at the Michigan Tech Parking Portal.
For full details, visit mtu.edu/transportation, contact Transportation
forward to assisting you with your parking needs.
Housing
For information about off-campus housing, including a list of
available properties, check out the off-campus housing list at
usg.mtu.edu/usg/housing, or contact the Undergraduate Student
Government at 906-487-2406 or [email protected].
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View Our Undergraduate Catalog
Michigan Tech’s Undergraduate Catalog, mtu.edu/catalog, provides
degree requirements and course descriptions.
Computing Device Requirement
All students are required to have a computing device that meets
minimum specifications for their major. This will help maximize success
in a range of class scenarios, including in-class and remote learning,
as well as remote assessment. Visit mtu.edu/it/help/computing-device
for more information.
Send Your Final Transcript
An official final transcript is required within 30 days of your high
school graduation. Your final transcript will be reviewed by the
Admissions Committee to verify continued academic success after the
period covered by the transcript used at the time of your acceptance
to Michigan Tech. A significant decline in academic performance
during your senior year may affect your enrollment status and, at the
University’s discretion, may result in a revocation of your admission
and any financial assistance awarded.
To be considered official, a transcript must be sent directly to Michigan
Tech by the institution issuing the transcript or from a transcript service
such as Parchment. Transcripts stamped “issued to student” or those
hand delivered, even if in a sealed envelope, are not acceptable.
First-year students
Request your final transcript through Parchment or contact your
high school upon graduation and ask them to send us your official
transcript showing your final grades and graduation date.
Transfer students
If you have taken additional courses that did not appear on the
transcript submitted with your application for admission, contact the
registrar’s office at your current institution to request that an official
transcript with final grades be sent to us.
Notify Us of Transfer Credit
First-year students
If you completed college-level courses during high school, contact
the registrar’s office at the participating institution(s) and request that
an official transcript with your final grades be sent to Michigan Tech’s
Admissions Office. Courses will be evaluated for transfer credit.
Transfer students
If you are taking additional courses that do not appear on the
transcript most recently sent to Michigan Tech, email your unofficial
transcript to [email protected]. The courses will be added to your
record as pending transfer credit.
Pending transfer credits not validated with final transcripts will be
dropped from your record. As a result, any scheduled courses that
require the dropped transfer course(s) as a prerequisite will also be
dropped from your course schedule.
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Submit AP, IB, or CLEP Scores
First-year students
Your scores on Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate
(IB), or College Level Examination Program (CLEP) may earn you credit
or placement. Scores must be sent directly from the testing agency.
Go to mtu.edu/admissions/enroll/ap-ib-clep to see a list of scores
needed to receive Michigan Tech credit.
Transfer students
If you received college credit at your previous institution for AP, IB, or
CLEP examinations, your test scores must be sent to Michigan Tech
directly from the testing agency. For a list of scores needed to receive
Michigan Tech credit, visit mtu.edu/admissions/enroll/ap-ib-clep
Course Placement
Michigan Tech offers placement tests to ensure you are beginning
your coursework at the right level.
Math
Placement in an appropriate initial math course is crucial to
your success at Michigan Tech. Our goal is to place you into the
course that will provide the best opportunity to complete your
degree in four years.
Starting in a math course that is too low may increase your time to
graduation. But starting in a course that is too advanced could mean
frustration, difficulty understanding important concepts, or retaking
courses and increasing your time to graduation.
You will be placed in your first math course based on the highest
of the following:
1. Your highest math ACT or math SAT score, or
2. AP Calculus credit (AB or BC)—if you send your scores, we will
receive them in early July (just sit tight until then), or
3. College transfer credit for College Algebra or higher—note,
high school level classes called precalculus or calculus do not
count unless they also appear on a college transcript, or
4. ALEKS Math Placement Assessment score—you have five
attempts included with the ALEKS assessment.
Only students without items 1, 2, or 3 above must take ALEKS.
Depending on your major's first recommended math course, you may
or may not need to take the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment. If
you ultimately place below your recommended first math course, we
strongly recommend you take ALEKS to challenge your placement.
We realize that some students will feel they have not been placed into
the correct course. If you wish to challenge your placement, you may
choose to take the online ALEKS placement. If you choose to take this
test, you waive the initial placement and will be placed according to
the ALEKS test results. You can be placed in a lower course, and this
result cannot be challenged.
ALEKS is available starting May 1.
Visit mtu.edu/math/placement for more information and to see the
recommended first math course for your major.
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Chemistry
Find details on chemistry course placement at mtu.edu/chemistry/fyc
Modern Language
If you plan to continue studying French, German, or Spanish
at Michigan Tech, you must take the free online Modern
Language Placement Exam to be placed into the correct course.
Learn more about the test and view sign-up instructions at
mtu.edu/humanities/undergraduate/modern-languages/placement
Computer Science Knowledge Assessment
Students enrolling in computer science, cybersecurity, software
engineering, general computing, computer engineering,
bioinformatics, or cheminformatics must take the online
Computer Science Knowledge Assessment in June to determine
which introductory computer science course is best for you.
Visit mtu.edu/cs/undergraduate/placement for details about
this online test.
Scheduling Classes
First-year students enrolling in the spring or summer semester: Your
schedule will be created by the Registrar’s Office based on your major,
ALEKS Math Placement Assessment score, AP/IB/CLEP score(s), and
transfer credits received.
Transfer students with fewer than 30 credits enrolling in the spring
or summer semester: Make schedule changes by contacting the
Registrar's Office at 906-487-2319 or [email protected].
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First-year students and transfer students with fewer than 30 credits
enrolling in the fall semester: Your schedule will be prepared for
you by the Registrar’s Office in mid-July. Engineering students are
scheduled into cohorts (groups of students who take the same courses
together) based on your ALEKS or AP score(s) and any transfer
credit received.
Be sure to review the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment
recommendations in the Math section on page 8. Completing your
assessment by the deadline will allow you to have the most complete
schedule possible and will ensure you’re placed in the best course for
you—possibly avoiding unnecessary coursework and tuition.
Your initial schedule may not reflect full-time status (12 credits
or more), but all first-year students are billed as full-time, making
you eligible for financial aid. Any adjustments to your bill will be
made in August.
During Orientation, you will be able to add other courses (co-
curricular courses, general education, electives) to complete your
fall schedule or make changes after consulting with your academic
advisor. Changes may also be made by contacting the Registrar’s
Office at 906-487-2319 or [email protected].
Transfer students with more than 30 credits enrolling in any semester:
Your academic advisor will contact you with course recommendations
prior to registration. You will be able to schedule your classes through
MyMichiganTech, by calling the Registrar’s Office at 906-487-2319, or
by contacting your advisor.
Get Your Books
Once you receive your course schedule, you may order your books
online via bookstore.mtu.edu prior to the start of the semester. After
you place your order, your books will be available for pickup when you
arrive on campus.
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Healthy Living
You need to be physically and mentally well to get the most out of
your college experience. If you find yourself under the weather or in
need of help, there are resources available to you.
Wellness, Relationships, and Responsible Behavior
All new students are required to complete educational programs on
responsible behavior with regard to substance use and relationships.
These courses promote a healthier and safer campus environment for
everyone. Watch your Michigan Tech email account in early August for
the information you’ll need to start the course.
Health Services
Students have access to multiple health care providers
and services in the Houghton and Hancock area. For more
information on health care providers and resources, please visit
mtu.edu/deanofstudents/students/services/local-resources
Flu shot clinics will be held during the fall semester on Michigan Tech’s
campus, with services provided by UP Health System Portage. NOTE:
A fee is charged for flu shots, and a waiver can be provided to receive
reimbursement from your insurance company. For dates, locations, or
questions, please email [email protected].
For more information on Student Health Services, please visit
mtu.edu/deanofstudents/students/services
The Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being
Mental Health Services staff can help students gain perspective and
be successful, personally and academically. Our professional staff of
licensed therapists provide solution-focused therapies to assist you in
navigating challenges you may face while enrolled at the University.
Each clinician works closely with all student support services at
Michigan Tech and with health care professionals both locally and in
your home area. Services are free and confidential.
In addition, students have access to telehealth counseling support
through the MySSP (Student Support Program) app. MySSP offers 24/7
multilingual real-time phone and chat services as well as short-term
phone and video support by appointment, even when students are
studying abroad or working at a co-op or internship position.
If you are currently engaged in mental health support in your home
community, we encourage you to contact the Center to discuss
options for continued care.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call us
at 906-487-2538.
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services at Michigan Tech is committed to
assisting students with documented disabilities by providing
accommodations and/or modifications. Information is available
at mtu.edu/success/disability or contact us at 906-487-3558
Student Insurance
We recommend all students have health insurance coverage while
attending Michigan Tech. However, all international and graduate
students must have insurance, and domestic students may purchase
insurance through the University if they desire.
The Student Insurance Office at Michigan Tech offers health insurance
to currently enrolled students, covering preventative services, basic
medical care, and hospitalization.
For more information, visit mtu.edu/hr/students/insurance or contact
us at 906-487-1088 or [email protected].
Immunizations
Michigan Tech highly recommends students have the following
vaccinations before arriving on campus. If you are not sure
about your vaccination status, please contact your health care
provider or local health department. For more information on
Michigan Tech’s immunization recommendations, please visit
mtu.edu/deanofstudents/students/services/immunizations
• Meningococcal Quadrivalent (A, C, Y, W-135)
• Serogroup B Meningococcal
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• HPV-Human Papillomavirus (all genders)
• Influenza (Flu)
• Polio
• COVID-19 vaccine
Chronic Medical Conditions
Students with chronic medical conditions should register with Student
Disability Services in the Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success in
case they require support during the semester.
Visit mtu.edu/success/disability/students/policy for more information,
call 906-487-3558, or email [email protected].
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Orientation and Your HuskyCard
Your first day of class will be here before you know it—prepare for your
arrival on campus by familiarizing yourself with the Waino Wahtera
Center for Student Success, submitting a photo for your HuskyCard,
and planning for Orientation.
Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success
The Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success is dedicated to
helping you develop skills, attitudes, and values that will enhance your
academic and personal success. Our staff offers you and your family
a variety of programs, services, and opportunities to support your
transition to Michigan Tech.
Save the Date for Orientation
All new students attend Orientation prior to beginning classes at
Michigan Tech. Orientation is designed to acquaint you with campus
resources, inform you of important information about academic and
co-curricular opportunities, and help you to meet fellow new students,
current Tech students, and faculty and staff members.
Participation in Orientation is required for all new students, whether
you are living on or off campus, so mark your calendar now and save
the date. There are also Orientation programs for parents and family
during Move-In Weekend.
Semester
First-Year Students
and Transfer Students
Spring 2022 Sunday, January 9
Summer 2022
Track A* and Track B*
Contact orienta[email protected] for details.
Fall 2022
Visit mtu.edu/success/orientation/
undergraduate-orientation for dates.
*Please note: If you are starting at Michigan Tech during the summer semester
as a new first-year or transfer student with fewer than 30 credits, you are also
required to participate in the weeklong Orientation program.
Local accommodations are limited, so please make lodging
reservations early if you have family members traveling with you for
Move-In Weekend and Orientation.
For more information, contact Orientation Staff at 888-688-1885 or
906-487-3558, [email protected], or mtu.edu/orientation
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Submit a Photo for Your HuskyCard
Your Michigan Tech HuskyCard is your official photo ID, room and
building access card, residence hall meal pass, and an on-campus
debit card. You’ll submit your HuskyCard photo online through
MyMichiganTech—watch your enrollment checklist for information.
Once on campus, keep your card with you at all times—there is a fee to
replace lost or damaged cards.
Visit mtu.edu/it/services/accounts/huskycard for complete information.
Express Cash
The Express Cash debit card program is available as a feature of
your HuskyCard. It operates like a no-interest checking account.
After adding funds to your account, you may use your card to make
purchases at locations like the Campus Bookstore and University
Images, the North Coast Deli and Grill in the Memorial Union, campus
cafés, the Rozsa Box Office, the Student Development Complex
Central Ticket Office, printers and copiers, and some vending
machines on campus. You can add funds, review transactions, and
manage your account at MyMichiganTech.
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