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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN · Public · Large city · Website

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities campus
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Admission rate
80%
Accessible
Average net price
$17,330
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
85%
Median earnings
$74,314
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a public college in Minneapolis, MN with 31,855 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, and admitted students average 1362 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $17,330 per year ($5,885 for families earning under $30,000). 85% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $74,314 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
80%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
39,863
Fall 2023
Admitted
30,705
Fall 2023
Yield
22%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing640–730
200800
SAT Math660–770
200800
ACT Composite26–31
136

What University of Minnesota-Twin Cities looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$32,137
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$18,482
Out-of-state tuition
$41,368

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$5,885
  • $30–48k$7,188
  • $48–75k$9,031
  • $75–110k$16,210
  • $110k+$29,424

Get a personal estimate with University of Minnesota-Twin Cities's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
85%
Freshman retention
91%
Median earnings
$74,314
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,350
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
31,855
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
22%
  • White57%
  • Hispanic7%
  • Black10%
  • Asian13%

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities FAQ

What is University of Minnesota-Twin Cities's acceptance rate?+

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities admits 80% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 640–730 on SAT Reading and Writing and 660–770 on SAT Math; the average total is 1362.

What ACT score do you need for University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 26–31.

Is University of Minnesota-Twin Cities test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?+

In Fall 2023, 39,863 students applied to University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and 30,705 were admitted; 6,736 enrolled.

Does University of Minnesota-Twin Cities consider legacy status?+

No. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Minnesota-Twin Cities require an essay?+

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $32,137 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,330.

What is University of Minnesota-Twin Cities's graduation rate?+

85% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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