University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Minnesota is fairly accessible overall, but the students who submit scores tend to be strong: the middle range is 1320-1470 SAT or 26-31 ACT. Because it is test-optional, use your score strategically: submit if it lands in this range, and aim for the upper half if you want testing to strengthen your application.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus facts and stats
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus enrolls 41,303 undergraduates in an urban campus setting. Minnesota has a 91% freshman retention rate, well above the national average of roughly 70%, and an 85% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 16:1.
Minneapolis, MN
How do your scores compare at Minnesota?
Unlock your future with Acely
Adaptive SAT and ACT practice that meets you where you are and gets you to your target score.
Key University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
January 1
Early Action
November 1
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
—
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
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Minnesota, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year plus the fall for retakes. For the November 1 Early Action deadline, the October test is typically the last fall retake that can arrive in time, so earlier testing gives you room to improve or build a superscore.
Want to improve your scores and unlock scholarships at University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus?
Higher test scores can mean bigger merit awards. Acely helps you get there faster.
What you'll actually pay
Minnesota’s in-state tuition is $15,148, while out-of-state tuition is $36,296 for this Big Ten public university. About 45% of students receive aid, and the FAFSA priority deadline is March 1.
Out-of-state tuition at Minnesota is $36,296, while in-state tuition is $15,148, and room and board adds $14,006. About 45% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $19,285. The average merit award is $5,866, which can help reduce costs for some students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $29,073.
Student life at University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus
23% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
Similar schools
Alexandria Technical & Community College
Alexandria, MNAnoka-Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MNAugsburg University
Minneapolis, MNAcceptance rate: 82%
Riverland Community College
Austin, MNAcceptance rate: 76.5%
Ready to fit University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus's core benchmarks?
Start practicing today and track your progress toward a competitive score.