For over a century, Montana Technological University’s Lance College of Mines and Engineering has a empowered graduates to solve the world's most complex challenges. Here, world-class faculty bring deep industry experience into the classroom, partnering with you in hands-on discovering and groundbreaking research. 

Our commitment to excellence is backed by a decade-long tradition of career success, boasting an extraordinary 90%+ career outcomes rate. With all our undergraduate programs ABET-accredited—including specialized CAC accreditation for Computer Science and ANSAC accreditation for Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Safety and Health—a degree within the Lance College of Mines & Engineering connects you directly with the world's most prestigious companies. Read our mission statement here. 

93%

Career Outcomes Rate

Montana Tech Outcomes Survey, 2025

#1 in Montana for ROI

Kollegio, 2026

#1 Best College in Montana

Niche.com,2026

Programs Offered
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Civil Engineering

Prepares students for careers in water resources engineering, construction engineering, transportation engineering, structural engineering, and geotechnical engineering.

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Computer Science

Create cutting edge computing career possibilities by earning a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Software Engineering.

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Construction Management

Enjoy a multidisciplinary focus that well prepare you for an in-demand career!

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Cybersecurity and Network Administration

You’ll learn to design, develop, secure, and support computer networks through a cybersecurity degree that’s rooted in information technology.

Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineering is the largest engineering discipline in the world serving nearly every modern industry.

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Environmental Engineering

Air and water pollution control, hazardous wastes, soils remediation, pollution prevention, and land reclamation.

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Geological Engineering

Explore our state-of-the-art triaxial testing lab, underground mine, geo-technical engineering and groundwater modeling software

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering focuses on four areas, Control Systems, Nanotechnology, Mechanical Design, and Welding.

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Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Encompasses five disciplines in minerals, metals and materials processing and manufacturing.

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Mining Engineering

Design, construct, and manage surface and underground mines around the world with a degree in Mining Engineering.

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Petroleum Engineering

Develop an in-depth understanding of natural resource recovery, the economics of the industry, and respect for the environment.

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Safety, Health and Industrial Hygiene

High quality science and technology curricula preparing students for successful safety and health careers.

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Software Engineering

Gain practical experience designing, building, testing, and maintaining software systems.

EAC CAC ANSAC

Explore our graduate programs

Both bachelor’s and master’s degrees are granted in most Lance College of Mines and Engineering programs. We also offer Ph.D. degrees.

Undergrad Research

With Montana as your laboratory, you can pursue research you're passionate about. Approved projects can be supported by grants from industry, the National Science Foundation, and the University. Students could also receive a stipend.

Scholarships

While the University is already recognized for our strong value, many scholarships are available solely for Lance College of Mines and Engineering students. You may be eligible to save up to thousands of dollars each year in tuition costs.

Alumni Network

Montana Technology University has thousands of graduates working across the country and around the world in a wide range of industries. By tapping into this network and their experiences, you’ll be empowered to change the world in your own way.

Connect with us.

We can answer your questions and help you get started.

Admissions Office
(406) 496-4791
admissions@mtech.edu