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University of Minnesota-Duluth

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 2,962
Student to faculty ratio 16 to 1
Acceptance rate 80%
Students retention rate 77%
On-time graduation rate 65%

Located in Duluth, Minnesota, UMD Duluth is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 80% indicates that UMD Duluth is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Minnesota-Duluth is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

UMD Duluth boasts an impressive student retention rate of 77% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 72% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

79.5%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$13,850

Cost of attendance at University of Minnesota-Duluth in 2022 for students from Minnesota.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Minnesota's average $11,262
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$19,148

Cost of attendance at University of Minnesota-Duluth in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Minnesota's average $16,133
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 72 of freshman students at University of Minnesota-Duluth received on average $7,817 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$7,817
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 375 21% $5,069 $1,900,916
Other Federal Grant 375 21% $5,524 $2,071,466
State Grant/Scholarships 565 32% $5,482 $3,097,362
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,222 70% $3,805 $4,649,839
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,256 72% $7,817 $9,818,667

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Minnesota-Duluth students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Minnesota-Duluth students is 64.7%. Female students graduated at a rate of 65.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 64.2%.

64.7%

  • asian 52.6% 41 students
  • African American 58.2% 32 students
  • white 67.0% 1,146 students
  • unknown 50.0% 4 students
  • hispanic 38.3% 23 students
  • International Students 55.6% 10 students
  • Mixed Race 50.9% 27 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
  • Baseball Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
  • Basketball Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Minnesota-Duluth provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Minnesota-Duluth offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training