Quick Summary
University of Minnesota Twin Cities is a public land-grant research university founded in 1851, located in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, United States. Ranked #203 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 54,955 students including 11.2% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Psychology, Chemical Engineering, Agriculture and Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
A top-tier research institution in a major metropolitan area with high ROI, strong sports culture (Big Ten), and massive industry proximity.
Subject Strengths
PsychologyChemical EngineeringAgriculture and ForestryEducationPharmacyDevelopmental Economics
Founded1851
TypePublic Land-grant Research University
Total Students54,955
Intl Students11.2%
Faculty Ratio17:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size1,204 acres
Affiliated HospitalsM Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center, Masonic Children's Hospital
AccreditationHigher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#203
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#85
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#44
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
150 undergraduate majors, 200 graduate/professional programs
Programs
100+
PhD Programs
85+
Online Programs
200+ (e.g., Masonic Cancer Center, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3.5 (Recommended)
GREOptional (Program dependent)
GMATOptional (Program dependent)
SATOptional (Test-free for most undergraduate programs)
ACTOptional (Test-free for most undergraduate programs)
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · November 1 (Early Action), January 1 (Regular)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$16,488/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$16,000/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$19,500/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$32,488/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableGlobal Excellence Scholarship, University Promise Scholarship, National Merit Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$10,000
Financial AidGrants, Loans, and Work-Study available via FAFSA
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 150 undergraduate majors, 200 graduate/professional programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Finance | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,500
Average Salary After Graduation
93%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Fortune 500 companies in the Twin Cities (Target, 3M, UnitedHealth)
Industry Connections
Target3MBest BuyGeneral MillsMedtronicCargill
Notable Alumni
Norman Borlaug, Hubert Humphrey, Walter Mondale, Bob Dylan, Nick Clegg
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Huntington Bank Stadium, Williams Arena, Mariucci Arena, University Recreation and Wellness Center
Student Clubs
900+
Library Resources
University of Minnesota Libraries (one of the largest research library systems in North America)
Exchange Programs
Global Programs and Strategy Alliance (GPS Alliance) spanning 70 countries
Summer Programs
Available