Houghton/Hancock

Houghton/Hancock is an educational site designation associated with the twin communities of Houghton and Hancock in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The area is home to Michigan Technological University, a public research university, and serves as an educational hub for the Keweenaw Peninsula region.

Specific program and institutional data are not reflected in current IPEDS records under this listing, but the Houghton/Hancock area supports educational offerings in engineering, natural sciences, business, and applied technology through its association with Michigan Tech and related instructional sites in the region.

Houghton and Hancock are neighboring cities separated by the Portage Canal in Houghton County. The region has a strong heritage in mining and engineering education, and continues to serve students from across the Upper Peninsula and beyond who are pursuing technical and professional degrees.