First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 1, 2026 | January 31, 2027 |
| Early action II A second, later early action round. Not binding. | December 1, 2026 | February 28, 2027 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | January 1, 2027 | March 31, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: admissions.tc.umn.edu · checked September 26, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 4 credits in Math 1271 (Calculus I) Mathematical…4 credits in Math 1271 (Calculus I) Mathematical Thinking core requirement | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 credits in Biology 1009 (General Biology)…4 credits in Biology 1009 (General Biology) Biological Science/Lab requirement | |
| Chemistry | 4 | 4 credits in Chemistry 1061, 1065 (Chemical…4 credits in Chemistry 1061, 1065 (Chemical Principles I with Lab) Physical Science/Lab requirement; Does NOT fulfill Environment theme | |
| Physics 1 | 3 | 4 credits in Physics 1101W (Fundamental Physics…4 credits in Physics 1101W (Fundamental Physics I) Physical Science/Lab requirement; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive requirement | |
| English Language and Composition | 4 | 4 credits in Writing 1301 (University Writing)…4 credits in Writing 1301 (University Writing) Freshman Writing requirement | |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | 4 credits in Writing 1301 (University Writing)…4 credits in Writing 1301 (University Writing) and 3 credits in English Lit 1999 Freshman Writing requirement and Literature core requirement | |
| Psychology | 4 | 4 credits in Psychology 1001 (Introduction to…4 credits in Psychology 1001 (Introduction to Psychology) Social Science core requirement | |
| Statistics | 4 | 4 credits in Statistics 1001 (Introduction to the…4 credits in Statistics 1001 (Introduction to the Ideas of Statistics) Mathematical Thinking core requirement |
Show all 32 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 4 credits in Math 1271 (Calculus I) Mathematical…4 credits in Math 1271 (Calculus I) Mathematical Thinking core requirement | |
| Calculus AB | 3 | 4 credits in Math 1271 Mathematical Thinking core…4 credits in Math 1271 Mathematical Thinking core requirement | |
| Calculus AB | 4 | 8 credits in Math 1271, 1272 (Calculus I-II)…8 credits in Math 1271, 1272 (Calculus I-II) Mathematical Thinking core requirement | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 credits in Biology 1009 (General Biology)…4 credits in Biology 1009 (General Biology) Biological Science/Lab requirement | |
| Chemistry | 4 | 4 credits in Chemistry 1061, 1065 (Chemical…4 credits in Chemistry 1061, 1065 (Chemical Principles I with Lab) Physical Science/Lab requirement; Does NOT fulfill Environment theme | |
| Chemistry | 5 | 8 credits in Chemistry 1061, 1062, 1065, 1066…8 credits in Chemistry 1061, 1062, 1065, 1066 (Chemical Principles I and II with Lab) Physical Science/Lab requirement; Does NOT fulfill Environment theme | |
| Physics 1 | 3 | 4 credits in Physics 1101W (Fundamental Physics…4 credits in Physics 1101W (Fundamental Physics I) Physical Science/Lab requirement; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive requirement | |
| English Language and Composition | 4 | 4 credits in Writing 1301 (University Writing)…4 credits in Writing 1301 (University Writing) Freshman Writing requirement | |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | 4 credits in Writing 1301 (University Writing)…4 credits in Writing 1301 (University Writing) and 3 credits in English Lit 1999 Freshman Writing requirement and Literature core requirement | |
| Psychology | 4 | 4 credits in Psychology 1001 (Introduction to…4 credits in Psychology 1001 (Introduction to Psychology) Social Science core requirement | |
| Statistics | 4 | 4 credits in Statistics 1001 (Introduction to the…4 credits in Statistics 1001 (Introduction to the Ideas of Statistics) Mathematical Thinking core requirement | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 4 credits in Computer Science 1103 | |
| Macroeconomics | 4 | 4 credits in Econ 1102 (Principles of…4 credits in Econ 1102 (Principles of Macroeconomics) Social Science core requirement; Does NOT fulfill Global Perspectives theme | |
| Microeconomics | 4 | 4 credits in Econ 1101 (Principles of…4 credits in Econ 1101 (Principles of Microeconomics) Social Science core requirement; Does NOT fulfill Global Perspectives theme | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | 3 credits in History 1999 Historical Perspectives…3 credits in History 1999 Historical Perspectives core requirement and Global Perspectives theme; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive Requirement | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | 3 credits in ESPM 1011 The Environment theme | |
| Physics 2 | 3 | 4 credits in Physics 1102W (Fundamental Physics…4 credits in Physics 1102W (Fundamental Physics II) Physical Science/Lab requirement; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive requirement | |
| European History | 3 | 3 credits in History 1031W & 1032W Historical…3 credits in History 1031W & 1032W Historical Perspectives core requirement and Global Perspectives theme; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive Requirement | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | 5 credits in SPAN 1003 | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 4 | 5 credits in SPAN 1004 Fulfills CLA second…5 credits in SPAN 1004 Fulfills CLA second language requirement | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 5 | 4 credits in SPAN 3015W Fulfills CLA second…4 credits in SPAN 3015W Fulfills CLA second language requirement; does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive Requirement | |
| United States Government and Politics | 3 | 4 credits in Political Science 1001 (American…4 credits in Political Science 1001 (American Democracy in Changing World) Social Science core requirement | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | 4 credits in Computer Science 1001 Mathematical…4 credits in Computer Science 1001 Mathematical Thinking core requirement and Technology and Society theme | |
| Art History | 3 | 4 credits in Art History 1001 (Introduction to…4 credits in Art History 1001 (Introduction to the History of Art) Arts/Humanities core requirement, Global Perspectives theme | |
| Music Theory | 5 | 3 credits in Music 1001 (Fundamentals of Music)…3 credits in Music 1001 (Fundamentals of Music) Arts/Humanities core requirement | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | 4 credits in Political Science 1054 (Puzzles in…4 credits in Political Science 1054 (Puzzles in World Politics) Social Science core requirement and Global Perspectives theme | |
| Cybersecurity | 4 | 3 credits in the INET department | |
| French Language and Culture | 4 | 5 credits in FREN 1004 Fulfills CLA second…5 credits in FREN 1004 Fulfills CLA second language requirement | |
| Geography - Human | 3 | 4 credits in Geog 1301 (Intro to Human Geography)…4 credits in Geog 1301 (Intro to Human Geography) Social Science core requirement and Global Perspectives theme; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive Requirement | |
| German Language and Culture | 4 | 5 credits in GER 1004 Fulfills CLA second…5 credits in GER 1004 Fulfills CLA second language requirement | |
| History-U.S | 3 | 3 credits in History 1301W & 1302W Historical…3 credits in History 1301W & 1302W Historical Perspectives core requirement; Does NOT fulfill Race, Power, and Social Justice in the United States theme; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive Requirement | |
| Italian Language and Culture | 4 | 5 credits in ITAL 1004 Fulfills CLA second…5 credits in ITAL 1004 Fulfills CLA second language requirement | |
| Latin | 4 | 4 credits in LAT 3004 Fulfills CLA second…4 credits in LAT 3004 Fulfills CLA second language requirement | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | 4 credits in Physics 1302W (Introduction to…4 credits in Physics 1302W (Introduction to Physics II) Physical Science/Lab requirement; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive requirement | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | 4 credits in Physics 1301W (Introduction to…4 credits in Physics 1301W (Introduction to Physics I) Physical Science/Lab requirement; Does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive requirement | |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 4 | 4 credits in SPAN 3015W and 3 credits in SPAN…4 credits in SPAN 3015W and 3 credits in SPAN 3104W Fulfills CLA second language requirement; Literature core requirement; does NOT fulfill Writing Intensive Requirement | |
| Studio Art (2D and 3D) | 4 | 3 elective credits |
Source: admissions.tc.umn.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | 593 |
| Psychology | 537 |
| Finance | 330 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 294 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 225 |
| Education, Other | 191 |
| Communication Management and Strategic Communications | 184 |
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | 168 |
Show the other 111 majors
| Mechanical Engineering | 157 |
| Political Science and Government | 148 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 135 |
| Mathematics | 125 |
| Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst | 114 |
| Rhetoric and Composition | 112 |
| Chemical Engineering | 108 |
| Developmental and Child Psychology | 108 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 107 |
| Economics | 102 |
| Physiology | 99 |
| Architecture | 97 |
| Biochemistry | 95 |
| Criminology | 94 |
| Neuroscience | 93 |
| Accounting | 92 |
| English Language and Literature | 92 |
| Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering | 89 |
| Environmental Science | 82 |
| Animal Sciences | 78 |
| Graphic Design | 78 |
| Operations Management and Supervision | 75 |
| Sociology | 72 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 72 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering | 72 |
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 71 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 69 |
| History | 69 |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology | 67 |
| Chemistry | 65 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 63 |
| Art/Art Studies | 58 |
| Industrial Engineering | 58 |
| Computer Engineering | 57 |
| Statistics | 53 |
| Journalism | 52 |
| Physics | 51 |
| Health and Wellness | 50 |
| Natural Resources/Conservation | 50 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 46 |
| Family and Consumer Economics and Related Services, Other | 45 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 44 |
| Nutrition Sciences | 39 |
| Retailing and Retail Operations | 38 |
| International Relations and Affairs | 38 |
| Agricultural Business and Management, Other | 36 |
| Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | 36 |
| Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist | 36 |
| Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations | 35 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 33 |
| Civil Engineering | 31 |
| Labor and Industrial Relations | 30 |
| Anthropology | 30 |
| Music | 29 |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other | 28 |
| Construction Management | 28 |
| Ecology | 28 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 27 |
| East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other | 27 |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science | 27 |
| Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology | 26 |
| Data Science | 26 |
| Astrophysics | 26 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | 25 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other | 25 |
| Materials Engineering | 25 |
| Philosophy | 23 |
| Geography | 23 |
| Linguistics | 23 |
| Plant Sciences | 23 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 22 |
| Applied Economics | 22 |
| Industrial and Product Design | 21 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 20 |
| Interior Design | 20 |
| Food Science | 19 |
| Geology/Earth Science | 18 |
| Forestry, Other | 18 |
| Environmental Geosciences | 17 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | 17 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 16 |
| Insurance | 16 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 16 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 15 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering | 13 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other | 13 |
| Dance | 11 |
| Botany/Plant Biology, Other | 10 |
| Apparel and Textiles | 9 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services, Other | 9 |
| Landscape Architecture | 8 |
| Women's Studies | 8 |
| Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature | 8 |
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | 8 |
| Foreign Languages and Literatures | 7 |
| Music Teacher Education | 6 |
| Agricultural Teacher Education | 5 |
| Geological/Geophysical Engineering | 5 |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other | 5 |
| French Language and Literature | 4 |
| American Indian/Native American Studies | 4 |
| Veterinary Sciences/Veterinary Clinical Sciences | 4 |
| Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American/Chicano Studies | 3 |
| African-American/Black Studies | 2 |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 2 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 2 |
| Jewish/Judaic Studies | 1 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 1 |
| American Indian/Native American Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 |
| Russian Language and Literature | 1 |
| American/United States Studies/Civilization | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Ranked programs
Where University of Minnesota-Twin Cities ranks in the top 25 on our top-programs lists, best rank first. How we rank programs
- #10 for Medical laboratory scienceof 50 colleges
- #16 for Pre-physical therapyof 50 colleges
- #17 for Marketingof 50 colleges
- #18 for Microbiology and immunologyof 50 colleges
- #22 for International businessof 50 colleges
- #22 for Speech-language pathologyof 50 colleges
- #23 for Kinesiology and exercise scienceof 50 colleges
- #24 for Human resourcesof 50 colleges
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Big Ten
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Swimming and Diving (combined), Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Big Ten
Basketball, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Rowing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Army, Navy
Faith groups
Cru, Hillel, InterVarsity, Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), sites.google.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, large
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
3,757,952 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
Yes
More about the place
Nearest airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP)
Nearest hub airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 14.0 of 20
Elevation
836 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
8°F
July high
83°F
Annual snowfall
40.4 in
Days at 90°F or higher
18 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,280 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Augsburg University1 mi
- North Central University1 mi
- Minneapolis College of Art and Design2 mi
- University of St Thomas3 mi
- Hamline University3 mi
- Macalester College4 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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