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Admission Decisions and Timeline
INDIVIDUAL, HOLISTIC REVIEW
At the University of Minnesota we conduct a holistic review of each student’s application. In our holistic review, we assess each application based on Academic and Context factors. Because student success is of the utmost importance, the strongest consideration is given to the student’s academic record to ensure that each student receives a fair and consistent admission review. Automatic criteria, formulas, or cut-offs are not used.
Our application review takes into account curricula from around the world and our holistic application review is conducted in the context of a student’s educational system. If you have questions, please contact us at admissions@umn.edu.
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES
Minimum course expectations are listed below. Admission to the U of M is competitive, and most admitted students exceed these expectations (or their equivalent). If you have any questions about your high school course planning, please contact a U of M admissions counselor. Find your counselor at z.umn.edu/counselor.
No single factor is the deciding factor in our admission decision.
Academic Factors
Context Factors
•Coursework through high •school graduation
•Grades in academic coursework •Class rank/Grade Point Average
Rigor of academic curriculum based on what is available
in the high school (including enrollment in honors, AP, IB, or college-level courses when
• available)
ACT or SAT scores
(Submitting an ACT/SAT score is not required for Fall 2024 and Fall 2025 applicants.
All students, whether or not they submit a test score, will receive full consideration for admission, scholarships, and the
•University Honors Program.) Applicant’s academic interests
•Outstanding talent, achievement, •or aptitude in a particular area
Strong commitment to community •service and leadership
•Military service
Contribution to the cultural, gender, age, economic, or geographic diversity of the
•student body
Evidence of having overcome social, economic, or physical barriers to educational
• achievement
•First-generation college student
Significant responsibility in a •family, community, job, or activity
Personal or extenuating • circumstances
Information received in open- ended questions
Minimum High School Course Expectations
• Four years of English
• Four years of mathematics
• Three years of science*
• Three years of social studies • Two years of a single
• second language
One year of visual and/or performing arts
*Chemistry and Biology are expectations for CBS and CSE, while Physics is also expected for CSE.
SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS
16 *Expected opening date pending changes at the Federal level.
SENIORS
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August: Application Opens
November: Housing Application Opens
November 1: Early Application Deadline
December 1: Early Application Deadline II
May 1: Confirm Your Enrollment & Housing Application Deadline
Visit Campus!
Take the ACT or SAT! (optional)
December: FAFSA Opens*
January 1: Regular Deadline
Apply online at z.umn.edu/apply