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Locations: Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Delivery Type: Blended, On Campus, Online
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Located on a few different campuses we have the University of Minnesota, an American Public Ivy University; meaning it is one of the best public universities in all of the United States. Founded in 1851, the university’s name is abbreviated into many forms, for example the U of M, UMN, or just the U. There are 2 campuses, in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, about 4.8km apart. The university also operates sister campuses in Crookstown, Duluth, Morris, and Rochester.

UMN, as both the largest and oldest campus in the University of Minnesota system, is divided into 19 colleges and schools covering a wide range of subject areas such as Biological Sciences, Design, Law, Liberal Arts, Medicine, Science and Engineering, and Veterinary Medicine. Nearly 4,000 faculty members are employed by the university across its colleges and schools – teaching and supporting undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional students. The student body in total amounts to approximately 50,000. As well as its taught programmes, UMN is heavily involved in research and is categorised as a ‘Doctoral University – Highest Research Activity’ by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The university puts significant funds towards the research conducted there, and in the past helped with the invention of the pacemaker.Show more

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Based on the EDUopinions rankings, the University of Minnesota rating is 4.2. If you want to know more about this school, read the student reviews on our website.
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The University of Minnesota offers courses related to the fields:
  • Management
  • Computer Science
  • Architecture
  • Art & Design
  • English Language & Literature
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University of Minnesota Campuses are located in:
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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48 Student Reviews

  • Administration
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    Great University

    There we have full support from the coordination team. Highly specialized and understanding teachers. Well-maintained structure and a welcoming atmosphere.
    I never lacked any support there.
    I recommend it to anyone looking for a good place to study.

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    Programme: Administration
    Degree: Short Course
    Graduation: Prefer not to say
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Minneapolis, Minnesota
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  • Political Science
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    University in the Middle of a Major City

    The campuses of the University of Minnesota are spread across the Twin Cities providing a unique experience. Faculty and staff are world-renowned and the student amenities are top tier. If you can handle the cold winters, this is a great university.

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    Programme: Political Science
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2015
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Minneapolis, Minnesota
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  • MSc Product ...
    Design
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    The UMN as a first year college student

    The university of Minnesota is filled with resources of all kinds. There is an abundance of unique majors and classes to choose from, there are numerous resources for numerous mental health issues, there are physical and digital libraries with more knowledge than any one person could know, and there is seemingly a school club for any niche interest. However, it is not perfect. I was extremely excited to finally attend my first therapy session as I had heard the U had free therapy with valid insurance. However, trying to schedule an appointment was impossible as there were no appointments available for 3 months. My largest gripe with the U, besides it’s outrageous tuition in general, is how it tries to syphon every last cent it can from you. There are non refundable fees that will automatically be added onto your account if you do not signify every semester that you do not want the service. If you do not show your insurance to the U within the first month or two lf every semester, you will be billed $1,795. There are also small things like when I was billed $15 for a new lunchbox without being told during the transaction that I would be billed. Lastly, THERE IS NO AIR CONDITIONING IN MY DORM HALL. The average temperature of my dorm when I first moved in was higher than the wall of debt I am amassing every semester I attend here.

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    Programme: MSc Product Design
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2028
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Minneapolis, Minnesota
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  • Computer Science
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    A dynamic environment at the U

    I genuinely appreciate the university’s vast campus and love how big it is, with so many people of different interests. The diverse cohort and numerous programs that make it an amazing environment. There are a lot of research opportunities which are fantastic. Minnesota’s cold winters are pretty challenging. Despite this, the dynamic and resource-rich institution is an excellent choice, and I highly recommend it for its inclusive atmosphere and robust educational offerings.

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    Programme: Computer Science
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2025
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Minneapolis, Minnesota
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  • Accounting
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    Impressive dorms and exceptional professors

    Your experience at the University of Minnesota has been fantastic, largely due to the exceptional professors who genuinely care about your well-being and academic performance. The dorms are also impressive, offering more space.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2026
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Minneapolis, Minnesota
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