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ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT: AZ HOLD
If you have not yet provided official documentation meeting our English proficiency requirement, you will have an AZ hold placed on your student account. This will prevent you from registering for classes.
There are a few options to have the AZ hold cleared:
• Take an English proficiency test and submit an official test score report. Both the total score and writing subscore must meet or exceed the minimum required scores. Information on English proficiency tests and minimum required scores is available at z.umn.edu/englishreq.
• Take an English proficiency test administered by the University’s Minnesota English Language Program (MELP) upon arrival to campus. Depending on your test results, you may be required to take one or two English language courses in your major area of study during your first year, in addition to academic courses. Contact MELP at esl@umn.edu for more information.
• If you do not wish to take an English proficiency test, enroll in one or two English language courses during your first year, in addition to academic courses. At orientation, your academic advisor will assist you with selecting English language courses.
• If you complete the required number of transferable semester credits and the equivalent of the University of Minnesota freshman English writing course at your current U.S. school, submit an updated official transcript.
To learn how to fulfill the University of Minnesota English proficiency requirement and remove the AZ hold, visit z.umn.edu/englishreq. Or contact the Office of Admissions by email at admissions@umn.edu, or by phone at 1-612-625-2008 or 1-800-752-1000, with any questions or concerns.
AP, IB AND A-LEVEL TRANSFER COURSE AWARDS
The University of Minnesota Twin Cities awards credit for qualifying scores on Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and GCE A-Level exams. Submit your official exam results to the Office of Admissions as soon as possible. Detailed information is available at z.umn.edu/InternationalTransferCredit.
GOOD TO KNOW
Major Exploration for International Students
At the University of Minnesota, we offer 150+ undergraduate majors. As a U of M student, you will get to know other students in your intended major, connect with faculty and staff in your areas of interest, and benefit from academic advising and career services tailored to your personal and career goals. To explore each major in more depth, visit capeinternational.umn.edu.
Optional Global Gopher Programs
The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) has arranged several programs to help students adjust to campus, learn about campus resources, and make new friends. While not required, past students said the activities helped them feel more prepared for the start of classes. Visit z.umn.edu/ ISSSNewStudentPrograms for more information.
Campus Calendar and Events
The University of Minnesota will continue to monitor COVID for fall 2022 and will communicate any changes. At the time of this document’s publication, campus activities have resumed. For more information on COVID-19 safety measures and expectations, please visit z.umn.edu/CampusUpdates. For important key dates and events, visit z.umn.edu/keydates.
*You will receive more information about your arrival details closer to the start of the term.
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2022-2023 University Calendar
Arrive by
August*
Welcome Week
August 31-September 5
Classes begin
September 6
Final examinations
December 16-22
Semester break
December 23-January 16
First day of spring semester
January 17
Spring break
March 6-10
Final examinations
May 4-10