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University of Minnesota Duluth

Duluth, Minnesota

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Overview

Enrollment

9,675
University of Minnesota Duluth overview
Location Duluth, Minnesota
Online umn.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Small City
University of Minnesota Duluth overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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University of Minnesota-Duluth (UMD) is a public institution located in Duluth, Minnesota, offering scenic views of Lake Superior and a campus characterized by a mix of modern and traditional architecture. Established in 1947, UMD emphasizes a comprehensive educational experience through a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable strengths in environmental science and civil engineering. The university fosters a diverse academic community with selective admissions, prioritizing a balanced student profile over strict acceptance rates. On-campus living is facilitated through multiple residence halls, providing housing options to the student body. While UMD is not primarily recognized for its athletic programs, it competes in NCAA Division II, except for the men's and women's ice hockey teams, which participate in Division I as the Bulldogs.

In the most recent statistical year 9,512 prospective students applied, and 7,676 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,977 enrolled in the school.  8,005 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,670 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $12,638 plus fees of $1,488. University of Minnesota-Duluth is ranked 527 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

8/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

4/10

Value

University of Minnesota-Duluth is rated within the top 47% 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 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Challenging
University of Minnesota Duluth overview
SAT 1120/1350
ACT 22/28
GPA 3.51

Applications Accepted

80.7% 
University of Minnesota Duluth overview
Applications Due Aug 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $40

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Annual Cost to Attend

Minnesota Resident Tuition

$12,638
In State Costs for University of Minnesota Duluth
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$1,488
Room and Board $9,638
Budget for Other Expenses$2,444
Total One Year Cost$27,208

Out of State Resident Tuition

$18,028
Out of State Costs for University of Minnesota Duluth
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$1,488
Room and Board $9,638
Budget for Other Expenses$2,444
Total One Year Cost$32,598

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$53,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

55% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of Minnesota Duluth students
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.

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Last updated February 24, 2024