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About University of Minnesota-Duluth

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University of Minnesota-Duluth is a public university in Duluth, MN, known for its lakeside campus, masters programs, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 81%, UMD is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,977 students each year. UMD is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1140–1370, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UMD offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,745 per year; the sticker price of $31,492 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Minnesota-Duluth acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

81%
Overall Accept Rate
1255
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1140 – 1370 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Minnesota-Duluth

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Essay Strategy
UMD places relatively low weight on essays, so keep yours focused and concrete. Mention a specific program, lab, or faculty research area at UMD that connects directly to what you want to study, rather than writing broadly about your passion for learning.
Test Score Strategy
Since UMD is test optional and your score falls below their 75th percentile, consider withholding it and letting your GPA and coursework speak for you instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Minnesota-Duluth actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$31k/yr$7.3k
30k-48k~$31k/yr$8.1k
48k-75k~$31k/yr$12.0k
75k-110k~$31k/yr$17.1k
110k+~$31k/yr$24.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

65%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$53k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
8,211
Undergrad Enrollment
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