Chances of getting into University of Minnesota Duluth
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into University of Minnesota-Duluth and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at University of Minnesota-Duluth is 79%. It ranks #28 in Minnesota for lowest rate of acceptance. University of Minnesota Duluth is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 7,219 out of 9,190 applicants were admitted.
The school has average admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 47 percent (SAT 1050/1240 ACT 21/26). University of Minnesota Duluth typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.53. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 25% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The University of Minnesota-Duluth application fee is $40 and applications are due by Aug 1.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. University of Minnesota Duluth is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
University of Minnesota-Duluth SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 530 |
| SAT Math 25th | 520 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1050 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 600 |
| SAT Math 75th | 640 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1240 |
| Average SAT Score | 1150
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of Minnesota Duluth?
University of Minnesota Duluth typically prefers applicants to be in the top 51 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1050 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 950. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1150 out of 1600. University of Minnesota-Duluth ranks #10 in Minnesota for highest average SAT composite score. 3 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
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University of Minnesota-Duluth ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 19 |
| ACT Math 25th | 20 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 21 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 25 |
| ACT Math 75th | 27 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
| Average ACT Score | 23
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into University of Minnesota-Duluth?
Admission data indicates that University of Minnesota-Duluth regularly accepts students with ACT's of 21 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 43 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 18 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 24 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #14 in Minnesota for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 98 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Minnesota Duluth.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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University of Minnesota-Duluth GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into University of Minnesota Duluth?
Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into University of Minnesota-Duluth. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of Minnesota Duluth was 3.53 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #14 in Minnesota for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.53 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as University of Minnesota-Duluth accepts 79% of all applicants.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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High School Class Rank
82% of University of Minnesota Duluth freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 19% |
| Top 25% of class | 47% |
| Top 50% of class | 82% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 4,902 | 4,288 | 9,190 |
| Accepted | 3,948 | 3,271 | 7,219 |
| Acceptance Rate | 81% | 76% | 79% |
| Enrolled | 910 | 870 | 1,780 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 23% | 27% | 25% |
Fall 2022 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 248 days left until the Fall 2022 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Minnesota Duluth is $40.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Minnesota Duluth and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=174233 IPEDS survey data for University of Minnesota Duluth.
FAQs
Does University of Minnesota Duluth prefer SAT or ACT?
3% of students submit their SAT scores to University of Minnesota-Duluth. 98% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Minnesota Duluth?
79% of those who apply are granted admission to University of Minnesota-Duluth. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of Minnesota Duluth?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1050 and 1240. 3% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of Minnesota Duluth?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 26. 98% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.