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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a large, public institution located in Minneapolis, mn. Founded in 1851, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities offers undergraduate degrees in 436 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 30,560 undergraduates
cost $15,859 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Minnesota-Twin Cities? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 74.9%
SAT score average 1355
ACT score average 29
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee $55
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Key deadlines

June
30
65 days away FAFSA® deadline

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November
01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Other
Computer Science and Information Technology
Business and Management
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Computer Science
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Economics
Biology, General
Finance and Financial Management Services

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $15,859
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,894
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,346
Cost of attendance* $31,099
Average financial aid package $17,405
Estimated cost $13,694 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $35,099
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,894
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,346
Cost of attendance* $50,339
Average financial aid package $17,405
Estimated cost $32,934 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Minnesota-Twin Cities has a total undergraduate enrollment of 30,560, with gender binary students split 46% male and 54% female.

Total enrollment

54,890

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
39%
African American %
6%
Hispanic American %
4%
Asian %
9%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
39%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, students love their Student Government. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 100 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0213
phone 612-625-5000
address https://twin-cities.umn.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Minnesota-Twin Cities to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is located in Minneapolis, mn.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities? 

The acceptance rate for University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is 75%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?

The average high school GPA for University of Minnesota-Twin Cities students was N/A.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $124,396.

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