University of Minnesota, Crookston SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Minnesota Crookston’s same in-state and out-of-state tuition makes cost planning unusually straightforward, and its 87.9% acceptance rate means admission is within reach for many prepared students. With a 3.50 average GPA and test-optional policy, focus first on a strong transcript; submit scores only if they add clear evidence of your readiness.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
University of Minnesota, Crookston facts and stats
University of Minnesota, Crookston enrolls 2,612 undergraduates in a rural campus setting. Minnesota Crookston has an 80% freshman retention rate, above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 50%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1.
Crookston, MN
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Key University of Minnesota, Crookston application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
Not offered
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
March 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because Minnesota Crookston is test-optional, use this timeline only if you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores. Take your first test by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and a fall retake for superscoring before you submit your application since no ED, EA, or Regular Decision deadline is listed.
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What you'll actually pay
Minnesota Crookston’s in-state tuition is $11,648, and out-of-state tuition is also $11,648. About 62% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $5,657. Submit the FAFSA by the March 1 priority deadline to be considered for aid.

For students paying out-of-state tuition, University of Minnesota, Crookston lists tuition at $11,648 before fees, housing, and other expenses. About 62% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $18,906. Merit awards average $5,657, which can help reduce the billed cost for eligible students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $27,751.
Student life at University of Minnesota, Crookston
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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