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Sophomores and younger
- 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
- 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. Please note: the University of Minnesota Twin Cities will not require an ACT or SAT score for the 2022 application.
- 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
- Apply for admissions: With no ACT/SAT score,* essay, letters of recommendation or transcript, applying to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities is easy!
*The University of Minnesota Twin Cities will not require an ACT or SAT score for the 2022 application.
Admitted Student Checklist
When a student is admitted to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, there are a variety of tasks and deadlines to complete to ensure they are prepared to begin their journey as a Golden Gopher. Some tasks include apply for financial aid, applying for housing, attending orientation, and more.