Next steps for:
Sophomores and younger
Entering college in fall 2012 and later
Course planning: Students should choose coursework that will prepare them to succeed in college. A strong college preparatory curriculum will give students the tools they need to succeed at the U of M. See our core subject requirements.
Juniors
Entering college in fall 2011
Campus visits: Schedule a campus visit online or call 612-625-0000 or 1-800-752-1000. Meet us in person and see our breathtaking campus--just minutes away from the Minneapolis and St. Paul city centers--with your own eyes. There's no better way for students to get a taste of campus life.
Take the ACT or SAT: Students should take the ACT or SAT in the spring of their junior year to ensure that scores are available for the freshman admission application. The ACT writing exam is required.
Scores must be sent by the testing agency to the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities using the following codes:
ACT: 2156
SAT: 6874
Course planning: Students should choose coursework that will prepare them to succeed in college. A strong college preparatory curriculum will give students the tools they need to succeed at the U of M. See our core subject requirements.
Seniors
Entering college in fall 2010
Apply for Admission, Honors & Scholarships
Applications that are submitted or become complete after December 15 are considered on a space-available basis. After December 15, space is generally very limited and admission is more competitive. Learn more.
Note on ACT or SAT scores: The ACT and SAT offered in October are the last opportunity for students to take the exam and have their scores arrive by the December 15 priority deadline. Contact the Office of Admissions if you have questions about sending scores or registering for the exams.
Honors and scholarship consideration: Admitted freshmen are considered for admission to the University Honors Program and for most of the University's competitive academic scholarships based on an overall assessment of their admission application. After December 15, students are considered for honors on a space-available basis. It is unlikely that scholarship funds will be available after December 15.
Apply for Financial Aid
To apply for need-based grants, scholarships, loans, work-study; and non-need-based student and parent loans, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA (available January 1, 2010) is used to determine your eligibility for federal, state, and University aid. Even if you think you may not be eligible, we strongly encourage you to submit the FAFSA. For more information about the FAFSA, visit the Costs, Aid, and Scholarships section of our Web site.
Apply for Guaranteed Housing
Students who are interested in one of the Living Learning Communities are encouraged to apply as soon as possible but no later than March 1, 2010. Assignments in Living Learning Communities are based on the date the completed housing application-contract is received, space availability, and whether students meet program requirements.
The University of Minnesota guarantees housing to all admitted first-year freshmen who are willing to accept assignment to any space designated, and who:
- Submit the housing application-contract and $25 non-refundable housing application fee to Housing & Residential Life no later than May 1, 2010; and
- Confirm your enrollment with the Office of Admissions no later than May 1, 2010.
Confirm Enrollment
The deadline for admitted students to confirm their enrollment for fall 2010 is May 1, 2010. When students confirm their enrollment, they are declaring their intent to enroll at the University of Minnesota, and we will reserve a place for them in the incoming class.
Students should simply return the enrollment confirmation form (which was included with their admission letter) and the $175 non-refundable confirmation fee to the Office of Admissions by May 1, 2010. Confirmation forms and fees received after the May 1, 2010, postmark deadline are accepted on a space-available basis.
Got questions? Ask us! Use this online tool to get answers to frequently asked questions, or submit your own. Don't see what you're looking for? Call 612-625-2008 or 1-800-752-1000.
