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University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, Minnesota

  • Overview
  • Accessibility
  • Demographics
  • Cost
  • Online Offerings
  • Outcomes
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a public college in Minneapolis, Minnesota and has been named to the Abound: Finish College 100 Best Online Colleges, Best Online Colleges: Midwest, Best Affordable Online Colleges, and Best Colleges for Adults award lists for 2024. The school’s online program features 16 online degree options and 881 online students. The part-time student body is 1,416 students, which represents 26% of total students. The on-campus average net price to attend is $16,018 and the per-credit hour charge for part-time students is $539. The school offers online degrees, credit for life experiences, weekend/evening classes, on-campus day care, academic counseling services, career services, credit for military training, and more.

Overview

School Type

  • Online
  • Public

Website: twin-cities.umn.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:Yes

Demographics

Part-time students
10,191 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:29,057
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:2,372
  • Pell Grant students:6,353
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:881
  • Part-time students
    26%
  • Students over 25 years old
    7%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$539
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$16,018
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Online & Distance Programs

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Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Agriculture Operations and Related Sciences(1)
  • Area Ethnic Cultural Gender and Group Studies(1)
  • Communication Journalism and Related Programs(2)
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services(1)
  • Education(1)

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  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
  • Psychology(1)
  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(8)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:63%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:83%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
298 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:No
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Arts & Humanities
Business
Healthcare
Psychology
Science & Technology
Arts & Humanities
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
No

Arts & Humanities Program Overview

The B.S. in Communication program will help students develop writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills they will need to succeed in their chosen careers. This program will prepare students to communicate effectively in the workplace.

The Applied Studies degree is designed specifically for students who are transferring in credit from other places. Each student will be assigned to an advisor to help build out the best academic plan for each individual.

Affordability and Admissions

All degrees are $440 per credit hour, excluding the Applied Studies degree and the Tribal Administration and Governance degree.

Degree Options Include

Bachelor of Science in Communication
Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies

Business
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
No

 Business Program Overview

At the University of Minnesota, there are a number of different majors to choose from in business. Choose from finance, marketing, management, accounting, and much more! All majors are offered in fully online formats.

Affordability and Admissions

All degrees are $440 per credit hour, excluding the Applied Studies degree and the Tribal Administration and Governance degree.

Degree Options Include

Bachelor of Arts in Tribal Administration and Governance
Bachelor of Manufacturing Management
Bachelor of Manufacturing Management in Quality Management
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Science in Finance
Bachelor of Science in International Business
Bachelor of Science in Management
Bachelor of Science in Marketing
Bachelor of Science in Sport and Recreation Management

Healthcare
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
No

Healthcare Program Overview

At the University of Minnesota, there are a number of different majors to choose from in healthcare. Choose from applied health or health management! All majors are offered in fully online formats.

Affordability and Admissions

All degrees are $440 per credit hour, excluding the Applied Studies degree and the Tribal Administration and Governance degree.

Degree Options Include

Bachelor of Applied Health
Bachelor of Science in Health Management

Psychology
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
No

Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology

The Online Psychology major is designed for students with an associate of arts (AA) degree or who have completed the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MTC). The online program provides the same curriculum and is held to the same academic standards of the on-campus psychology major and is taught by the same faculty.

Affordability and Admissions

All degrees are $440 per credit hour, excluding the Applied Studies degree and the Tribal Administration and Governance degree.

Science & Technology
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
No

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management

The IT Management program prepares students for technology, networking, and information management careers in business, finance, telecommunication, government, and education. 

Affordability and Admissions

All degrees are $440 per credit hour, excluding the Applied Studies degree and the Tribal Administration and Governance degree.

Contact University of Minnesota

Contact Admissions

Scott Schulz

sschulz1@d.umn.edu

218-726-7171

Main Campus

100 Church St. S.E.

Minneapolis, MN 55455

612-625-5000

Find Us Online

online.umn.edu

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