Overview
Enrollment
The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) sits on a hillside overlooking Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota, approximately 150 miles north of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The campus, established in 1947 as part of the University of Minnesota system, features a mix of mid-century and modern buildings connected by enclosed walkways to protect students from harsh winter conditions. UMD maintains selective admission standards and offers comprehensive programs across five collegiate units, with particular strengths in engineering, business, environmental science, and outdoor recreation education. The 244-acre campus includes multiple residence halls primarily serving first-year students, while the university's location provides direct access to outdoor recreational opportunities along Lake Superior and the surrounding wilderness areas. The institution competes in NCAA Division I ice hockey and Division II athletics as the Bulldogs.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of Minnesota-Duluth is rated within the top 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Minnesota Duluth within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#544 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#167 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Colleges in Minnesota
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Minnesota
#556 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in Minnesota
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1128/1335 |
| ACT | 23/28 |
| GPA | 3.51 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Minnesota Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,552 |
| Room and Board | $10,206 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,448 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,972 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,552 |
| Room and Board | $10,206 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,448 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,416 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Education | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 12% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Psychology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=174233 IPEDS survey data for University of Minnesota Duluth.
Current students may use the University of Minnesota Duluth GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025