University of Minnesota Twin Cities
The University of Minnesota Twin Cities (UMN) is a world-leading public research university located in one of the country’s most culturally influential and economically vibrant urban centers. That means that, in addition to 300+ majors and minors offered across 8 freshman-admitting colleges, the University offers countless connections to employers and other opportunities to get ready for the future.
Explore the opportunities that await you at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities! We offer campus tours, information sessions, admissions events, and counselor appointments to help you learn why UMN is such a special place.
When you apply for admission to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and become a Golden Gopher, you will expand your global perspective, develop new passions, and accomplish more than you ever thought possible. Become future-ready at UMN Twin Cities.
“My favorite experience was meeting all sorts of new people with different backgrounds from me and being able to grow as a person. I've made lots of new friends and really cherish what the university has offered me. I've also really enjoyed how much the university has allowed me to grow as an individual with all the activities, classes, and support available.” — Aurora (New Brighton, MN), Class of Spring 2026
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Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that the University of Minnesota Twin Cities is built within the traditional homelands of the Dakota people. It is important to acknowledge the peoples on whose land we live, learn, and work as we seek to improve and strengthen our relations with our tribal nations.
We also acknowledge that words are not enough. We must ensure that our institution provides support, resources, and programs that increase access to all aspects of higher education for our American Indian students, staff, faculty, and community members.