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1049 University Drive
Duluth, MN 55812
United States

Certificates / Diplomas
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate (Certificates and Degrees)
The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) is Minnesota's highest-ranked public regional university and #4 in the Midwest according to U.S. News & World Report. Nestled on the shores of Lake Superior, UMD seamlessly integrates academic excellence with hands-on discovery in a breathtaking natural setting.

Our medium-sized campus features a 16:1 student-faculty ratio and an enrollment of just under 9,500 students. UMD offers more than 150 majors and minors and 24 graduate fields of study. Learning extends beyond traditional classrooms as students and faculty collaborate on meaningful research like clean water initiatives while leveraging unparalleled recreational opportunities that make this location unique.

As one of five campuses that comprise the University of Minnesota System, UMD prepares globally engaged citizens through dynamic interdisciplinary education, research, and community engagement—creating a truly balanced and immersive university experience where education meets adventure.
The following information should help you understand the cost of attending college. Keep in mind that most students receive a financial aid package (grants and scholarships) which lowers their out-of-pocket cost. This is reflected on the net price information, if available.
Living On-Campus
28,920
Living Off-Campus
28,270
Living with Family
21,700
The amounts above pertain to first-time full-time undergraduate students and include tuition and fees, housing and meals, transportation, and personal expenses. Use these estimated amounts as a reference for building your annual budget for attending this institution.
Average Net Price $18,031 / year

This is the average annual amount that first-time, full-time undergraduate students pay at this institution after subtracting all grants and scholarships from the cost of attendance.

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Net cost after grants and scholarships by income
$0-$30,000: $3,137
$30,001-$48,000: $4,293
$48,001-$75,000: $11,465
$75,001-$110,000: $17,694
Over $110,000: $24,097

This net price data shows the average amount students have paid, according to their family income, after subtracting all grants and scholarships.

Student/Faculty Ratio
16:1
Size of Student Body
9,861
Average Class Size
27
Graduate Students Enrolled
864
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Breakdown by Race
American Indian or Alaska Native: 1%
Black or African American: 2%
Hispanic: 4%
Asian: 3%
White: 84%
Two or more races: 4%
International Students: 1%
Unknown: 1%
Breakdown by Age
19 and Younger: 45%
20 to 24: 52%
25 to 34: 2%
35 to 44: 1%
45 and Older: 0%
Breakdown by Gender
Men: 51%
Women: 49%
New entering students who are transfers
14%

Graduation Rate for Four-Year Programs
62%
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Completers within 6 years by race
American Indian or Alaska Native: 43%
Black or African American: 57%
Hispanic: 51%
Asian: 53%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander: 100%
White: 64%
Two or more races: 46%
Unknown: 50%
Completers within 6 years by gender
Men: 59%
Women: 66%
Retention Rate
80%
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Retention Rate By Type
Full-time: 77%
Part-time: 43%
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Average amount of federal, state, local, institutional or other sources of grant aid awarded to undergraduate students
$7,612

The following information pertains to first-time full-time undergraduate students.

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Average amount of aid awarded to full-time first-time undergraduates
State/Local grant aid: $5,689
Institutional grant aid: $3,180
Federal grant aid: $5,037
Average amount of grant aid awarded by income (all sources)
$0-$30,000: $22,764
$30,001-$48,000: $21,608
$48,001-$75,000: $14,436
$75,001-$110,000: $8,207
Over $110,000: $1,804
School Scholarships
Yes
Required Forms: FAFSA
Title IV (FAFSA) School Code:
002388
Financial Aid Contact

This section shows the median debt graduates incurred to complete their degree at this institution.

Median Cumulative Debt by Degree Type
  • Undergraduate Certificate: $28,948
  • Bachelor's Degree: $26,783
  • Master's Degree: $31,182
Percent of Graduates With Loans
  • Undergraduate Certificate: 25%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 73%
  • Master's Degree: 54%

Application Fee
$40
  • Common applications (online)
  • System applications (online)
  • School applications (online)
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Transcripts
  • Accepts dual credits
  • Accepts exam-based credits
  • Institution awards credits for military training
Application Timelines

Rolling Admissions Deadline

Dec 1 (priority) & Aug 1 (final)

Admissions Contact
The data displayed below comes from the Graduate Employment Outcomes tool and only reports on graduates employed in Minnesota. This section shows employment data for graduate class of 2020, including percent of graduates with full-time employment in the 3rd year after college graduation and the median annual wages by award level, according to the Minnesota unemployment insurance records. Data does not include federal employees, self-employed (e.g. professional freelancers, artists, developers, designers, business owners), military, or individuals who moved out of state for a job. The list below may be incomplete and limited to some majors. Additionally, data has been suppressed when it refers to 10 or less students.Jump to:
Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study Percent Employed Full-time 3 Years Post-Graduation Median Annual Salary of Graduates
Accounting and Related Services 73% $72,136
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology 54% $65,602
Biological and biomedical sciences 47% $58,387
Biology, General 45% $56,704
Business Administration, Management and Operations 67% $71,248
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 68% $66,251
Chemical Engineering 90% $82,717
Civil Engineering 81% $73,877
Communication and Media Studies 53% $59,793
Communication, journalism, and related programs 51% $59,547
Computer and information sciences and support services 76% $79,481
Computer Science 75% $84,313
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 78% $64,227
Criminology 68% $56,116
Design and Applied Arts 71% $49,262
Economics 71% $60,091
Education 28% $48,473
Education, Other 23% $52,763
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering 65% $87,125
Engineering 81% $77,680
Finance and Financial Management Services 80% $62,904
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 57% $44,991
Health and Medical Administrative Services 58% $58,641
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 28% $58,641
Human Services, General 44% $54,070
Marketing 55% $64,552
Mathematics and statistics 68% $62,206
Mechanical Engineering 84% $76,765
Natural resources and conservation 44% $57,548
Natural Resources Conservation and Research 44% $57,548
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 26% $59,547
Physical sciences 59% $55,804
Psychology 44% $48,659
Psychology, General 44% $48,659
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics 58% $44,991
Social sciences 52% $51,044
Social Work 44% $54,070
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas 33% $48,604
Visual and performing arts 53% $46,551
Graduate (Certificates and Degrees)
Field of Study Percent Employed Full-time 3 Years Post-Graduation Median Annual Salary of Graduates
Business Administration, Management and Operations 69% $107,507
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 69% $107,507
Engineering 77% $81,701
Human Services, General 66% $58,549
Social Work 66% $58,549
This profile features institution-wide data. Be aware that some categories may not be showing and that data is suppressed when reporting is for 10 or less students. Most data and terminology is sourced from IPEDS. To learn more about each section, please refer to Data Sources. The College Search Tool provides information and reported data for postsecondary institutions in Minnesota that receive federal and state financial aid. For licensed occupational training providers in Minnesota, please visit OHE's Licensed Career Schools.