UMTC Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 79.75%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1410. Excellent SAT scores, indicating highly competitive applicants and often placing them in the top percentiles nationally.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $17,214
- Out-of-State Tuition: $38,362
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at UMTC:
- Total Enrollment: 56,666, including 2,058 online students
- 41,303 Undergraduate, 15,363 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 44.4% men, 55.6% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 85%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 91%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 521 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 39 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 286 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UMTC Overview
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (UMTC) is a four-year, public school located in Minneapolis, MN. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UMTC's tuition & fees is $17,214 for Minnesota residents and $38,362 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 51% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,094.
The school has a total enrollment of 56,666 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
UMTC's acceptance rate is 79.75% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 22.34%. The median SAT score is 1410 and the ACT score is 29.
UMTC ranked 88th in National Universities and 4th in Minnesota Colleges rankings. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $17,214 for in-state students and $38,362 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $22,017 for in-state students and $33,249 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $17,972 for Minnesota residents and $40,428 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $22,984 for Minnesota residents and $35,034 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $17,214 | $38,362 |
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| Graduate | $22,017 | $33,249 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $17,972 | $40,428 |
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| Graduate | $22,984 | $35,034 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UMTC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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