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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455-0213

Data last updated: August 29, 2026

77%Admit rate
$17,139Avg net price
1310–1480SAT middle 50%
85%Grad in 4 yrs
30,469Undergrads

Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a public institution in Minneapolis with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1359, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 30.5K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

85% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,020 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,139.

Established
1851
Motto
Commune vinculum omnibus artibus
Mascot
Goldy Gopher
Type
Public land-grant research university
Conference
Big Ten is the women's ice hockey team
Division
Division I
77%
Acceptance
1359
SAT Avg
30,469
Undergrads
16:1
Student : Faculty
85%
Grad Rate (4yr)
$69,020
Earnings 10yr
$17,139
Avg Net Price

Rankings

U.S. News
2025
#53
Forbes
2025
#69
Wall Street Journal
2025
#29
Washington Monthly
2025
#25

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Minnesota Golden

Ice hockeyBasketballHockey programHockeyRugby clubGymnastics

History & Fun Facts

  • In 1867, the university received land grant status through the Morrill Act of 1862.
  • With lands taken from Dakota people, the university was able to revive itself after closing in 1858.
  • Academic milestones began with Warren Clark Eustis and Henry Martyn Williamson graduating in 1873 as the university's first graduates.
  • Helen Marr Ely was the first female graduate in 1875.

Source: Wikipedia

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