University of Minnesota-Crookston
Crookston, Minnesota · Public
University of Minnesota-Crookston admitted 88% of 1,421 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 50% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Minnesota-Crookston
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Application deadlines
University of Minnesota-Crookston’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $30, and University of Minnesota-Crookston accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Minnesota-Crookston’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
University of Minnesota-Crookston doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How University of Minnesota-Crookston rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Considered
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
Not considered
- Test scores
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
What it costs
Full price with housing is $26,672 in-state and $26,672 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $13,442 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate?
University of Minnesota-Crookston admitted 88% of applicants: 1,243 of 1,421 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is University of Minnesota-Crookston’s application deadline?
University of Minnesota-Crookston uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
How much is University of Minnesota-Crookston’s application fee?
The application fee is $30 for 2026–27, and University of Minnesota-Crookston accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does University of Minnesota-Crookston have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Minnesota-Crookston asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one optional essay, 50–500 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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