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University of Minnesota: Twin Cities

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Minnesota

United States

Overview

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities, is a bustling traditional four-year college nestled in between two major cities, Minneapolis and St. Paul. A proud member of the Big Ten Conference, we are proud to offer 8 freshman admitting colleges (featuring 150 majors), five professional schools and global research opportunities starting at the undergrad level. There is no limit to what you can do here. Our location provides easy access to career-advancing opportunities along the way, such as internships, mentors, networking and jobs. The University also offers a wide variety of activities, from Big Ten sports, clubs to more than 900 student organizations. The local community has even more to offer including the arts and theater; hundreds of parks, rivers, lakes and green spaces and a thriving entertainment and food scene. The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is on the traditional homelands of the Dakota people. Minnesota comes from the Dakota name for this region, Mni Sota Makoce - the land with smoky or cloudy water. Stepping into the Twin Cities, you'll be surrounded by a diverse and thriving population of people from around the world. The metro is ranked as a Top 20 LGTBQ friendly area and also houses the largest Somali population and the second largest Hmong population in the United States. The University is highly accessible within the US, with a flight time of about 4 hours from either coast and drive times averaging 4 hours within the region, getting here is easy. Stay for the beauty, culture and experiences.
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Location

240 Williamson Hall, 231 Pillsbury Drive S.E., Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455

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Total Cost

$39,018

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Median Salary

$47,460

Ranking

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#62

US World and News Report

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#203

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

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Acceptance rate

79.74%

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Yield Rate

22.34%

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SAT range

1320-1470

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ACT range

26-31

Cost and Scholarships

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Total Cost

$39,018

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In State Cost

$16,132

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Out of State Cost

$39,018

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In State Tuition Fees

$16,132

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Room And Board

$14,822

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Living Cost

$18,180

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Average Total Aid Awarded

$19,285

Funding Options

Need-Based Aid

Merit Scholarship

Scholarship

Athletic Scholarship

46.42% of students receive financial aid. Average award: $19,285.

Scholarships

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Freshman Scholarships - Applicants are automatically considered for freshman scholarships by applying by the Early Action or Regular Decision deadline.; Financial Aid Package (USD 19,285) - 46.42% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $19,285. The Student Aid Index (SAI) determines the type of aid offered. Scholarships may be need-based or merit-based.; Need-based Scholarship or Grant (USD 16,801) - Average need-based scholarship or grant award.; Non-need-based Aid (USD 5,894) - Average non-need-based aid received by students.
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    Financial Aid

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    University of Minnesota Presidential Scholarship

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    University of Minnesota Dean's Scholarship

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    University of Minnesota Carlson Scholarship

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    Merit-based Scholarships

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    Need-based Aid

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    Average Financial Aid Package

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    Average Aid Package

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    General Financial Aid

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    University Scholarships

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    Financial Aid Package

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    Grant Aid

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    University Scholarships and Financial Aid

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    Student Grant Aid (Average)

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    Federal Grant (Average)

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    Automatic Merit Scholarship Consideration

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    Need-Based Financial Aid (FAFSA)

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    Institutional Grants

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    Automatic Scholarship Consideration

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    Alfred O. C. Nier Scholarship

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    Freshman Scholarships

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    Freshman Scholarships (Regular Decision)

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    University of Minnesota Scholarships

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    Global Excellence Scholarships (GES)

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    University of Minnesota Twin Cities Scholarships

Application Requirements

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What Really Matters When Applying

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Academics

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Student Faculty Ratio

17:1

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Graduation Rate

84%

Most Popular Majors (22)

BFA Acting

Food Science

Urban Studies

Political Science

Computer Engineering

International Business

Bachelor of Arts in Music

Entrepreneurial Management

Bachelor of Arts in English

Geography (Bachelor of Arts)

Students

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Full-Time Enrollment

30160

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Admission Policy

GPA: Require; Rank: Require; Prep Courses: Consider if Submitted; Recommendations: Consider if Submitted

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International Students

6.19%

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Rentention Rate

91%

Placements

See where your degree can take you—career paths and alumni outcomes.
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Median Earnings After Graduation

$47,460

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Graduation Rate

84%

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Job Placement

91.4%

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