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The University of Minnesota has a diverse student body. There are more than 56,000 students at the Twin Cities and Duluth campuses, and undergraduate enrollment has increased by over 3,000 since last year. The average age of incoming first-year students is 20 years old–and about half of those students are from Minnesota.

The University of Minnesota is also known for its research facilities, which include an observatory in St. Paul that houses one of the largest refracting telescopes in North America. It’s part of a network called LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory), which uses lasers to detect gravitational waves formed by two black holes colliding millions of light years away from Earth; this discovery earned three physicists this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics!

Enrollment by Residence Location

The residence location is the city or town where you live. UMD uses this information to determine your residency status, determining whether you are eligible for in-state tuition and financial aid.

Undergraduate students are classified as in-state or out-of-state based on their location. Students who attended high school in Minnesota but moved away must apply to be reclassified as out-of-state (see “Reclassification” below).

Graduate students are classified as in-state or out-of-state based on their current residence location and any previous graduate studies at UMD or another institution; please visit the Graduate Admissions website for details about how we determine residency for graduate applicants.

Transfer Students

Transfer students are welcome at the University of Minnesota. If you have completed any coursework at another institution, we encourage you to apply as a transfer student and take advantage of our wide range of academic programs.

Transfer applicants may apply to any undergraduate degree program, including those emphasizing Engineering or Information Technology (IT). They may also be eligible for scholarships based on their high school GPA and ACT/SAT scores.

In addition to the standard application process for new first-year students and transfer students, several other ways transfer students can get involved with campus life:

Join one of more than 200 student organizations! From sports teams to student government groups, social justice organizations, religious groups, and academic clubs–there’s something here for everyone!
Participate in events like Homecoming or Halloween Fest, where everyone gets together for fun!

Undergraduate Degree Offerings, Majors and Minors

The University of Minnesota offers undergraduate degrees in more than 100 academic disciplines. A degree is a formal academic credential that indicates you have completed an approved program of study and met all requirements for graduation.

A major is a specialized field of study within your chosen discipline, while a minor is an additional study area outside your major. Children allow students to explore new interests while still earning their degrees. Students may select up to two minors; however, if they are interested in pursuing more than two minors, they will need approval from their academic advisor or department chairperson before registering for any additional courses beyond their two approved ones (one per semester).

Graduate Degrees and Certificates Offered

The University of Minnesota has several graduate programs and certificates available to students. To learn more about the programs, visit the Graduate Admissions website.

You can apply for a graduate degree or certificate at the U in two ways: 1) Apply directly through our online application system; 2) Submit an application through another university that has an agreement with us (like your undergraduate school).

If you’re interested in applying for financial aid through one of our schools, please contact them directly, as they have their deadlines and requirements for awarding aid.

Explore the University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is in Minneapolis, a city known for its vibrant arts scene and culture. It’s also home to the Minnesota Twins baseball team, which won a World Series title in 1991.

The University of Minnesota has several campuses across the state: Twin Cities Campus (UMTC), Crookston Campus (UMC), Duluth Campus (UMD) and Rochester Campus (UMR). The Duluth campus offers online courses through distance education programs and onsite courses at its Center for Excellence in Higher Education facility downtown.

The University offers more than 250 undergraduate majors along with over 100 graduate programs through eight colleges, including the College of Agriculture, Biological Sciences, Design, Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, Medical School, School Psychology Program, and School of Social Work Program.

The University of Minnesota serves over 68,000 students and is the state's only comprehensive public research university

The University of Minnesota serves over 68,000 students and is the state’s only comprehensive public research university. With more than 150 undergraduate majors, 350 graduate programs and 200 research centres, institutes and laboratories across its Twin Cities campus and Crookston flagship campus in north western Minnesota–the University of Minnesota offers an unmatched array of opportunities to learn from top faculty while expanding your horizons beyond your major.

The University’s size also means there are many opportunities to make a difference: from volunteering at one of our 100 student organizations or joining one of our many sports clubs (including men’s hockey) or performing arts groups (including women’s hockey), to becoming involved in community service projects through Student Affairs programming like Volunteer U or Orientation Week events like “Meet Your Students” where you’ll meet some fantastic new friends before classes even begin

The Duluth campus has 70 bachelor's degree programs and 13 master's degrees

The University of Minnesota Duluth has 70 bachelor’s degree programs and 13 master’s degrees. The university has a long history, dating back to 1893, when it was called St. Luke’s Hospital School of Nursing. Today, it is one of the largest universities in Minnesota, with over 20,000 students enrolled in its various schools and colleges each year.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to help you grow personally and professionally, this might be the place for you!

Undergraduate programs

The University of Minnesota offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs and professional programs. The following list includes the most popular majors and programs at the school:

Graduate programs

Graduate programs are available in many subjects, including chemistry, economics, history and philosophy. Graduate students can also choose from one of two locations: Minneapolis or St. Paul.

The University of Minnesota offers both traditional and non-traditional graduate programs for students who are interested in earning their master’s degrees online or on campus at one of their many campuses across the state of Minnesota.

Professional programs

The University of Minnesota offers a variety of professional programs. These include:

The University of Minnesota has many opportunities for you

The University of Minnesota has many opportunities for you. You can study, research and work in an exciting environment with some of the world’s leading researchers. The university is also consistently ranked as one of America’s top universities by U.S News & World Report, Forbes and other publications.

The college offers undergraduate majors and graduate programs such as business administration, law and medicine.