University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth, Minnesota · Public
University of Minnesota-Duluth admitted 89% of 8,536 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1180–1340 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 64% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Minnesota-Duluth
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Application deadlines
University of Minnesota-Duluth’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $40 ($50 for international applicants), and University of Minnesota-Duluth accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
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-Duluth’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-Duluth offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How University of Minnesota-Duluth rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Interview
- Legacy
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.55 GPA. 20% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $27,972 in-state and $33,416 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $19,542 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Minnesota-Duluth’s acceptance rate?
University of Minnesota-Duluth admitted 89% of applicants: 7,602 of 8,536 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is University of Minnesota-Duluth’s application deadline?
University of Minnesota-Duluth 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.
What SAT score do you need for University of Minnesota-Duluth?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1180 to 1340, with a median around 1240. A score at or above 1240 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Minnesota-Duluth’s application fee?
The application fee is $40 ($50 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and University of Minnesota-Duluth accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Does University of Minnesota-Duluth have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Minnesota-Duluth asks 2 questions of its own on top of the main essay (two short answers about your major choices, about 150 words each. the boxes have no minimum). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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