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University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About University of Minnesota

A campus that spans the Mississippi, the Twin Cities hub balances big-university energy with a grounded Midwest feel. Students dig into strong work across science and engineering, health fields, agriculture, social sciences, and the arts, backed by busy labs, studios, and deep library stacks. Advising, tutoring, counseling, and multicultural centers are easy to find, and a network of tunnels and skyways keeps life moving when winter shows up.

Weekdays buzz with clubs, service projects, and research gigs; weekends bring maroon-and-gold game days, riverfront runs, and concerts in Dinkytown. The culture leans collaborative and curiosity-driven, with room for first-gen and transfer voices. Career prep is practical, with internships tied to nearby corporate hubs, hospitals, and nonprofits. Minneapolis and St. Paul add theaters, parks, and live music. Traditions like Paint the Bridge stitch it together. Notable alumni include Walter Mondale and Norman Borlaug.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
100 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, USA
Unit ID
174066

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
HLC
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
Doctorate (P)
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a large city (population of 250,000 or more)
Carnegie Classification
Doctoral - R1 (Very High Research)
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$16,488
Tuition $14,496 + Fee $1,992
Out-of-State
$36,402
Tuition $34,410 + Fee $1,992
Student Profile
Total Students 54,890
Undergraduate 30,469
Graduate/Other 24,421
Male: 24,495 Female: 30,395
Applications
Total Applicants 39,863
Admitted 30,705
Enrolled 6,736
Acceptance: 77% Yield: 21.9%
Staff
Total Staff 19,735
Full-time 17,160
Part-time 2,575
Full-time: 87% Part-time: 13%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities offers 249 degree programs across 30 major academic fields, graduating approximately 12,809 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Business (19 programs, 1,638 graduates), Health (45 programs, 1,618 graduates), Biological Sciences (26 programs, 1,192 graduates), Engineering (14 programs, 1,110 graduates) and Computer & IT (3 programs, 900 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Business (19 programs, 1,638 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Finance, General 370
Bachelor's
52.0801
Business Administration and Management 332
Master's
Doctorate (R)
Doctorate (P)
Other Award
52.0201
Marketing Management 283
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
52.1401
Accounting 116
Bachelor's
52.0301
Operations Management and Supervision 82
Bachelor's
52.0205
Human Resources Management 79
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
52.1001
Labor and Industrial Relations 78
Bachelor's
Master's
52.1002
Sales and Marketing Operations 68
Bachelor's
Other Award
52.1801
Management Science 49
Postbac Cert.
Master's
52.1301
Retailing and Retail Operations 38
Bachelor's
52.1803
Organizational Leadership 33
Postbac Cert.
Master's
52.0213
Construction Management 30
Bachelor's
Other Award
52.2001
Taxation 24
Postbac Cert.
Master's
52.1601
International Business and Trade 18
Bachelor's
52.1101
Insurance Studies 17
Bachelor's
52.1701
Nonprofit and Organizational Management 7
Bachelor's
52.0206
Business Administration and Management 7
Postbac Cert.
52.0299
Finance and Financial Management Services 6
Postbac Cert.
52.0899
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations 1
Postbac Cert.
52.0799
Health (45 programs, 1,618 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Medicine 235
Doctorate (P)
51.1201
Registered Nursing 196
Bachelor's
Master's
51.3801
Nursing Administration 124
Doctorate (R)
Doctorate (P)
51.3802
Dentistry 122
Doctorate (P)
51.0401
Pharmacy 114
Doctorate (P)
51.2001
Public Health 110
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.2299
Health Administration and Management 95
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.0701
Physical Therapy 58
Doctorate (P)
51.2308
Health and Wellness 50
Bachelor's
51.0001
Occupational Therapy 44
Doctorate (P)
51.2306
Health Professions and Related Sciences 41
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.9999
Mental Health Counseling 39
Master's
51.1508
Communication Sciences and Disorders 38
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.0201
Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology 38
Bachelor's
51.0204
Maternal and Child Health Nursing 36
Master's
51.3806
Environmental Health 34
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.2202
Public Health 32
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.2201
Clinical Laboratory Science and Medical Technology 28
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Bachelor's
Master's
51.1005
Dental Hygiene 25
Bachelor's
51.0602
Public Health Education and Promotion 22
Master's
51.2207
Health and Medical Administration 12
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.0799
Pharmaceutics and Drug Design 12
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.2003
Dental Clinical Sciences 11
Master's
51.0501
Healthcare Innovation 11
Postbac Cert.
51.0722
Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry 10
Doctorate (R)
51.2004
Advanced General Dentistry 9
Postbac Cert.
51.0502
Orthodontics 7
Postbac Cert.
51.0508
Pediatric Dentistry 7
Postbac Cert.
51.0509
Dental Services and Allied Professions 7
Master's
51.0699
Audiology 6
Doctorate (P)
51.0202
Mental and Social Health Services 5
Postbac Cert.
51.1599
Pharmacoeconomics 5
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.2007
Health Physics 5
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.2205
Rehabilitation Science 5
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.2314
Long Term Care Administration 4
Other Award
51.0718
Endodontics 3
Postbac Cert.
51.0506
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 3
Postbac Cert.
51.0507
Prosthodontics 3
Postbac Cert.
51.0511
Dietetics 3
Master's
51.3101
Periodontics 2
Postbac Cert.
51.0510
Substance Abuse Counseling 2
Master's
51.1501
Medical Informatics 2
Postbac Cert.
51.2706
Oral Biology and Maxillofacial Pathology 1
Doctorate (R)
51.0503
Orofacial Pain and Temporomandibular Disorders 1
Postbac Cert.
51.1404
Orthoptics 1
Postbac Cert.
51.1804
Biological Sciences (26 programs, 1,192 graduates)
Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Biology and Biological Sciences 314
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.0101
Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 181
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.0908
General Physiology 99
Bachelor's
26.0901
Neuroscience 99
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.1501
Biochemistry 96
Bachelor's
26.0202
Cell Biology and Histology 68
Bachelor's
26.0401
Epidemiology 55
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.1309
Ecology 40
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.1301
Biostatistics 31
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.1102
Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology 30
Bachelor's
26.0503
Biomathematics and Computational Biology 30
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.1199
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 24
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.0210
Biological and Biomedical Sciences 23
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.9999
Botany and Plant Biology 21
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.0399
Bioinformatics 15
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.1103
Microbiology and Immunology 13
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.0508
Molecular Pharmacology 11
Master's
26.1002
Pharmacology 10
Doctorate (R)
26.1001
Molecular Biology 9
Doctorate (R)
26.0204
Entomology 6
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.0702
Plant Pathology 4
Doctorate (R)
26.0305
Animal Physiology 4
Bachelor's
Doctorate (R)
26.0707
Cell Biology and Anatomy 3
Master's
26.0499
Epidemiology and Biostatistics 3
Master's
26.1311
Microbiology 2
Master's
26.0502
Conservation Biology 1
Doctorate (R)
26.1307
Engineering (14 programs, 1,110 graduates)
Engineering Sciences and Applied Technology Solutions
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Mechanical Engineering 238
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.1901
Electrical and Electronics Engineering 167
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.1001
Chemical Engineering 145
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.0701
Biomedical Engineering 143
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.0501
Aerospace Engineering 98
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.0201
Industrial Engineering 87
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.3501
Civil Engineering 58
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.0801
Computer Engineering 57
Bachelor's
14.0901
Materials Engineering 45
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.1801
Agricultural Engineering 30
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.0301
Software Engineering 13
Master's
14.0903
Environmental Health Engineering 13
Bachelor's
14.1401
Engineering 11
Master's
14.9999
Geological and Geophysical Engineering 5
Bachelor's
14.3901
Computer & IT (3 programs, 900 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Computer Science 721
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
11.0701
Computer Systems Analysis 135
Bachelor's
11.0501
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 44
Bachelor's
11.0901
Psychology (4 programs, 831 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Psychology 569
Bachelor's
Master's
42.0101
Developmental and Child Psychology 158
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
42.2703
Educational Psychology 87
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
42.2806
Experimental Psychology 17
Doctorate (R)
42.2799
Social Sciences (11 programs, 788 graduates)
Sociology, Anthropology and Political Science Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Political Science and Government 180
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
45.1001
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics 135
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
45.0603
Economics 110
Bachelor's
45.0601
Criminology 105
Bachelor's
45.0401
Sociology 89
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
45.1101
International Relations 46
Bachelor's
45.0901
Anthropology 42
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
45.0201
Geography 29
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
45.0701
Applied Economics 22
Bachelor's
45.0602
Urban Studies and Affairs 19
Bachelor's
45.1201
Geographic Information Science and Cartography 11
Master's
45.0702
Education (22 programs, 702 graduates)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Education, General 199
Bachelor's
Master's
13.9999
Teacher Education and Professional Development 162
Master's
13.1299
Elementary Education 72
Bachelor's
13.1202
Curriculum and Instruction 48
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.0301
Educational Leadership and Administration 48
Postbac Cert.
Doctorate (R)
13.0401
Special Education Teaching 40
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
13.1001
Early Childhood Education 27
Bachelor's
Master's
13.1210
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teaching 21
Other Award
13.1401
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education 17
Master's
13.1308
Teaching Individuals with Autism 15
Postbac Cert.
Other Award
13.1013
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 15
Master's
Other Award
13.1314
Adult and Continuing Education 10
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
13.1201
Agricultural Teacher Education 8
Bachelor's
Master's
13.1301
Music Teacher Education 7
Bachelor's
13.1312
Kindergarten and Preschool Education 5
Master's
13.1209
Educational Evaluation and Research 2
Postbac Cert.
13.0601
Educational and Curriculum Supervision 1
Postbac Cert.
13.0404
Instructional Technology 1
Postbac Cert.
13.0501
Learning Sciences 1
Postbac Cert.
13.0607
Gifted and Talented Education 1
Postbac Cert.
13.1004
Online Teaching 1
Postbac Cert.
13.1211
Teacher Education and Professional Development in Specific Subject Areas 1
Master's
13.1399
Interdisciplinary (11 programs, 675 graduates)
Cross-Disciplinary Studies and Integrated Research Programs
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Multi- and Interdisciplinary Studies 439
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
30.9999
Business Analytics 78
Master's
30.7102
Data Science 54
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
30.7001
Nutrition Sciences 47
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
30.1901
Environmental Geosciences 17
Bachelor's
30.4101
Sustainability Studies 13
Master's
30.3301
Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature 10
Bachelor's
30.3601
Historic Preservation and Conservation 7
Master's
30.1299
Human-Computer Interaction 5
Master's
30.3101
Cognitive Science 4
Master's
Doctorate (R)
30.2501
Mathematics and Computer Science 1
Doctorate (R)
30.0801
Arts (11 programs, 373 graduates)
Fine Arts, Design Studies and Creative Performance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Graphic Design 78
Bachelor's
50.0409
Music 73
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
50.0901
Art Studies 67
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0701
Theatre Arts 41
Bachelor's
Doctorate (R)
50.0501
Film and Video Arts 33
Bachelor's
50.0699
Industrial and Product Design 21
Bachelor's
50.0404
Interior Design 20
Bachelor's
50.0408
Dance 13
Bachelor's
50.0301
Applied Arts and Design 9
Master's
Doctorate (R)
50.0499
Art History and Conservation 9
Bachelor's
Doctorate (R)
50.0703
Fine and Studio Arts Management 9
Master's
50.1002

Admission Requirements & Test Scores

Comprehensive overview of admission criteria, standardized test score ranges, and application requirements for prospective students at University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities.

Application Requirements

Secondary School Record
Required
College Preparatory Program
Required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies
Neither required nor recommended
English Proficiency Test (TOEFL)
Required
Standardized Test Scores
SAT Scores
The SAT is a standardized college admission test measuring reading, writing, and math skills. Scores range from 400-1600 (combined Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math sections).
Composite Score Range
1310 - 1480
25th-75th percentile
Evidence-Based Reading & Writing 640 - 720
Median: 680
Math 670 - 760
Median: 720
ACT Scores
The ACT is a standardized test for college admissions assessing English, math, reading, and science reasoning. Scores range from 1-36 (composite of all sections).
Composite Score Range
27 - 31
25th-75th percentile
English 25 - 33
Median: 28
Math 25 - 31
Median: 28

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Test score ranges represent the middle 50% of admitted students (25th-75th percentile). Requirements may vary by program.

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$32,866
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$52,780
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$16,488
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$36,402
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$13,028
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$2,350
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$2,350
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$21,091
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$31,555
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

17%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$11,807
Avg. Loan
$10,378
Avg. Federal Loan
$5,273
Additional
Students with Any Grant
4,183
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
2,791
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
1,479
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$6,389
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

85%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
91%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$47,150 – $97,410
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$47,150 (25th %) $97,410 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $69,020
Median Salary After 6 Years
$57,984
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$69,020
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
74.7%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
81.9%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$19,500
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 65.0%
Middle 75.7%
High 79.8%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 77.6%
Independent 60.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities

How much does it cost to attend University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities?

The annual tuition at University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities is $16,488 for in-state students and $36,402 for out-of-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $32,866 for in-state students and $52,780 for out-of-state students. Additional costs include room and board $13,028 and books and supplies $1,000.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does University of Minnesota, Twin Cities offer?

University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities offers 249 academic programs across 30 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Bachelor's, Postbac Cert., Master's, Doctorate (Research), Doctorate (Professional), Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (19 programs)
  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (45 programs)
  • Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research (26 programs)
  • Engineering Sciences and Applied Technology Solutions (14 programs)
  • Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity (3 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What is the acceptance rate for University of Minnesota, Twin Cities?

University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities has an 77% acceptance rate and a 21.9% yield rate, making it selective.

Admission statistics breakdown:

  • Total applicants: 39,863
  • Students admitted: 30,705
  • Students enrolled: 6,736

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Admission statistics may vary by program and application cycle.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at University of Minnesota, Twin Cities?

University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities provides financial aid to 17% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $11,807 and average loans of $10,378.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,835
  • State/Local grants: $6,855
  • Institutional grants: $6,389
  • Federal loans: $5,273

The university supports 4,183 students with grants and 2,791 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for University of Minnesota, Twin Cities graduates?

University of Minnesota (UMN), Twin Cities graduates earn a median salary of $57,984 after 6 years and $69,020 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $47,150 (25th percentile) to $97,410 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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