University of Minnesota at Twin Cities
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Minnesota at Twin Cities
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Minnesota at Twin Cities is a large public university located on an urban campus in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 39,556, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The university offers 139 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 85%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $14,496, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $34,410.
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- #1 Ranked in Best Online Colleges in Minnesota
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
90.9% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
85% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPANot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile27-31
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1300-1470
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
55k
Students enrolled
37%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
33%
Unknown
1%
Black
5%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
7%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
13% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
66
Total Online Enrollment
20,461
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.37% online, 63% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
88% On-campus
13% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates18% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's12% online
Graduate Certificate30% online
Master's9% online
Doctorate6% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
21%
State Grant Aid
30%
Institution Grant Aid
62%
Pell Grant
13%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$46k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Swimming Diving
- Wrestling
- Gymnastics
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Culinary, Entertainment, And Personal Services. | |||
| 9 | Education. | |||
| 10 | Engineering. | |||
| 11 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 12 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 13 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 14 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 15 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 16 | History. | |||
| 17 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 18 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 19 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 20 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 21 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 22 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 23 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 24 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 25 | Psychology. | |||
| 26 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 27 | Science Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 28 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 29 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 30 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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