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Overview

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is rated as one of the United States’ premier public research universities, with expert faculty, cutting-edge facilities, and globally renowned academics.

Students studying at the University of Minnesota (UMN) will find themselves gaining the skills and building the connections they require to excel in academic and professional capacities. Whether they are attending university for the first time, or continuing their studies, the university prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive learning community for students of all backgrounds. It is currently home to over 6,400 international students from 130 nations around the world and supports over 50,000 students in total.

The university itself is located in the heart of the Twin Cities metropolitan area, so within minutes students will find themselves immersed in the vibrant art scene of the city, in addition to plenty of entertainment, professional sports, food, drink and shopping opportunities – including the Mall of America.

UMN is perfect for international students looking to experience life in the United States, as well as being nearby to MSP International Airport. Stunning Northern American landscapes, exciting outdoor activities, and endless travel possibilities await students at UMN.

The University of Minnesota has recently been ranked as “best value” by a number of American publications including USA Today. With cost-effective tuition fees, excellent academic offerings, and a passion for student success, UMN is an outstanding North American university.

Average tuition fees per year

Undergraduate

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US$35,913

Postgraduate

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US$28,270

Costs per year

Living costs

US$18,795

Campus accommodation

US$13,419

What's new

The University of Minnesota continues to develop and maintain effective plans throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure that the health and safety of all university students is prioritized. The university collaborates regularly with public health bodies, medical professionals, and local authorities to maintain a safe and secure campus environment. This outcome is delivered through a wide array of policies and procedures which all staff, faculty and students are asked to observe.

In order to minimise the spread of COVID-19, a multiple tier approach has been implemented that will adapt to deliver the required degree of protection while allowing students to enjoy their campus experience. Within this, there are policies to restrict the latest time of return for students to their on-campus accommodation, in addition to potential restrictions to usage of campus facilities. However, the university will ensure that students are able to enjoy full access to facilities and the communities they are part of while maintaining approved safety standards.

UMN has developed a flexible, innovative approach to delivering excellent program content throughout this challenging time. Students’ classes and other activities may take place remotely, online, in-person or in a blended manner depending on the circumstances.

The university has also implemented a number of changes to departmental and communal facilities, including enhanced housekeeping and sanitization, modification of student support services and physical distancing to protect students and staff.

Teaching quality

Students at the University of Minnesota will be able to pursue their passions at an outstanding educational institution with a reputation for research and teaching quality. The university is ranked 9^th for Research Spending among public research universities, as well as the 9^th best U.S. public research institution.

The university hosts a plethora of internally recognised professors, who share a passion for learning with their students. Alongside this, they facilitate and deliver world-class research opportunities, meaning that students will be able to move beyond the classroom and develop real solutions to the world’s prevailing challenges.

Every applicant to UMN will find the perfect program for them, with the university offering over 150 majors to choose from. In addition to this, there are 38 professional courses to select from - ranging from dentistry to medicine, or law - for enterprising students who want to be taught by the best of their field.

The university maintains a clear focus on mentorship, student support and the value of academic networking – a recipe for high achievement and ongoing success for any student at UMN.

The structure of the campus and its community has been shaped over the years by a drive for quality. On site, students will find well-designed classrooms and technological facilities which drive student-faculty collaboration, and support an engaging, active model of learning. Combined with this are small class sizes, with an excellent student to faculty ratio of 17:1 and four-fifths of classes having less than 50 students in attendance. As a result, the university’s well-trained staff are able to maximise the personal attention and support each student receives.

Department structure

Regardless of what career, field, or specific topic a student is looking to explore, UMN has a college or school that will meet their needs. The university is recognised as a world-class university for research, with over a hundred majors organised across a number of UMN colleges. Further information and advice relating to a particular college can be found on that school’s profile online.

The colleges of UMN are:

College of Biological Sciences
College of Design
College of Education & Human Development
College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences
College of Liberal Arts
Carlson School of Management
College of Science and Engineering
School of Nursing
Upper-Division Majors for transfer students

Each college offers a number of program types suited for both domestic and international entry. The perfect program is always available at UMN, whether a student is just beginning their higher education journey or is looking to transfer to UMN from another institution.

Entry requirements

The University of Minnesota encourages applications from students of all backgrounds and areas of interest. In order to secure a place at UMN, applicants will need to submit a complete and accurate application pack that complies with the deadlines and conditions set out for the university, in addition to any that are specific to the program or college chosen by the applicant.

There are a number of components to a complete application, whether for freshman entry or transfer entry. An application cannot be reviewed and responded to unless all the required components are submitted to UMN admissions. There is no single deciding factor in a UMN application, as the application package is reviewed holistically by the admissions team.

A complete application should contain the following:

An Application for Admission completed by the applicant
A USD 55 application fee which is non-refundable
For freshman applicants:
1. Their academic record – Self-reported grades
2. Self-reported English proficiency test scores

For transfer applicants: Their official college or university transcript(s)
Official transcripts and verified English translations of transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended must be submitted, even if no academic credit was earned
If the student is transferring fewer than 26 credits, high school transcripts and proof of high school completion
Missing time statement (if applicable)
Some colleges require supplemental application forms

A minimum English language test score is required meeting one of the following levels (or equivalent): TOEFL 79, IELTS academic 6.5, SAT EBRW 540, ACT English and reading 21.

Facilities

Students who choose to live on campus will be able to fully immerse themselves in the fantastic university experience available to attendees at UMN. Those living on campus will find themselves at the center of a bustling university community and will get a head-start on meeting new people from around the world and developing long lasting relationships. In addition to this, they will have unbeatable access to campus facilities including libraries, recreational facilities, and restaurants, in addition to being close to their classes.

The campus is centrally located in the welcoming cities of Minneapolis-St. Pauls and is surrounded by pleasant, safe neighbourhoods which are perfect for students who choose to live off-campus. The Twin Cities campus also boasts a breath-taking array of natural amenities and outdoor activities, with miles of bike routes, lakes, a river, and recreation areas within the campus boundaries. The campus itself is state of the art, with beautiful parks and a network of tunnels and skyways meaning that students can cross the campus without going outside.

The university is also home to 1,000 student groups, which offer every activity imaginable, and make the most of the numerous health and wellness facilities contained within the campus.

Scholarships & funding

The University of Minnesota is committed to assisting students in accessing and maximising the educational opportunities available to them from the university. In addition, it is UMNs ambition to help all of its students enjoy their student experience as much as possible. As a result, the university has brought together a number of excellent opportunities for students to receive financial assistance and other monetary support during the course of their studies at UMN. At the University of Minnesota, a world class education can be had for fantastic value.

Approximately three-quarters of enrolled students at UMN receive some form of financial aid or work-study funds in the course of their time at UMN, totalling over USD 30 million.

For international students, all international and transfer students who attend the university using an F1 visa and enter during the fall admission will automatically be entered into consideration for a Global Excellence Scholarship. These scholarships can be dispensed to freshman students up to a value of USD 10,000 – 25,000 per year, for up to four years of study. For transfer students, a scholarship of up to USD 10,000 can be awarded per year for up to three years.

The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) also offer scholarships to international students based on academic achievement and financial need, ranging from USD 1,000 to 5,000 per year, for up to a total of four years.

The university also supports an Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) Scholarship for meritorious students pursuing research. This award allows students to get involved in faculty-sponsored research for a year and receive a USD 1,700 stipend.

These merit-based awards do not need to be repaid by students at any point.

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Diversity Index

Source: IIE

136

International student nationalities at this university

Rankings

Academic Ranking of World Universities 2020

Source: ARWU

40th

QS World University Rankings 2021

Source: QS

177th

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021

Source: THE

85th

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Minimum IELTS Score

6.5Undergraduate

6.5Postgraduate

Minimum TOEFL IBT

79Undergraduate

79Postgraduate

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