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Your chances of getting into University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

74.9%
Admission Difficulty for University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Minnesota is 74.9%.  Its admission rate is the 18th lowest in Minnesota.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Minnesota and can you get accepted?

Minnesota is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 28,504 out of the 38,050 who applied were admitted.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.75. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 24% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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75% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Minnesota Twin Cities you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.75 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1400 on the SAT
  • Score 29 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Minnesota GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.75*

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into University of Minnesota Twin Cities?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Minnesota are to have around a 3.75 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Minnesota accepts 75% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Minnesota is 3.75 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #3 in Minnesota for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Minnesota is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

*This school has not published high school GPA data for its incoming freshman class. In these cases, CollegeSimply uses an algorithm to predict GPA based on this school's test scores and a large sample of college GPA data. 3.75 is a prediction of the school's average incoming freshman GPA.

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Minnesota SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Minnesota Twin Cities. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 8% of students submitted SAT scores and 39% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1290-1500

Applicants Submitting SAT 

8%
SAT Scores for University of Minnesota Twin Cities
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 640
Math 25th Percentile 650
Composite 25th Percentile 1290
SAT Scores for University of Minnesota Twin Cities
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 730
Math 75th Percentile 770
Composite 75th Percentile 1500
Average SAT Score 1400

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Minnesota Twin Cities?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Minnesota is 1400 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1290-1500. Students who get into University of Minnesota Twin Cities score in the top 13 percent of all SAT test takers..  Minnesota ranks #3 in the state of Minnesota and #98 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1400 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Minnesota regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1290 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1290, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1180, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Minnesota Twin Cities is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1400 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1395, you have around a 75% chance of being admitted. A 1500 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 85% chance of getting in.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1500 and Above Good >85%
1395 to 1500 Avg + 75%-85%
1290 to 1395 Avg - 61%-75%
1185 to 1290 Reach 45%-61%
Less than 1185 Low <45%
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Minnesota ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

27-32 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

39%
ACT Scores for University of Minnesota Twin Cities
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 25
Math 25th Percentile 25
Composite 25th Percentile 27
ACT Scores for University of Minnesota Twin Cities
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 33
Math 75th Percentile 31
Composite 75th Percentile 32
Average ACT Score 29

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Minnesota?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Minnesota is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 27 and 32.  The school ranks #4 in Minnesota and #171 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 27 and score in the score in the top 15 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

39 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Minnesota Twin Cities is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Minnesota for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 75% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 87% with a 32 ACT score.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
32 and Above Good >87%
29 to 32 Avg + 75%-87%
27 to 29 Avg - 64%-75%
25 to 27 Reach 52%-64%
Less than 25 Low <52%
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High School Class Rank

78% of University of Minnesota Twin Cities freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Minnesota Twin Cities students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 41%
Top 25% of class 78.4%
Top 50% of class 98%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 20,336 17,665 38,050
Accepted 15,848 12,637 28,504
Acceptance Rate 78% 72% 75%
Enrolled 3,761 2,967 6,737
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 24% 23% 24%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

48

Applicants have 48 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Minnesota Twin Cities is $55.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Minnesota Twin Cities and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Minnesota Twin Cities Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Minnesota Twin Cities
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Minnesota is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.75 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1400 on the SAT and 29 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to University of Minnesota Twin Cities often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=174066 IPEDS survey data for University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

Last updated February 24, 2024