University of Minnesota-Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota · Public
University of Minnesota-Rochester admitted 71% of 1,269 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 950–1380 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 57% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
University of Minnesota-Rochester’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $30, and University of Minnesota-Rochester 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-Rochester’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-Rochester doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How University of Minnesota-Rochester rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Essay
Important
- Class rank
Considered
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- Activities
- First generation
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
What it costs
Full price with housing is $30,700 in-state and $30,700 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $13,840 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Minnesota-Rochester’s acceptance rate?
University of Minnesota-Rochester admitted 71% of applicants: 901 of 1,269 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is University of Minnesota-Rochester’s application deadline?
University of Minnesota-Rochester 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-Rochester?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 950 to 1380, with a median around 1130. A score at or above 1130 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Minnesota-Rochester’s application fee?
The application fee is $30 for 2026–27, and University of Minnesota-Rochester accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does University of Minnesota-Rochester have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Minnesota-Rochester asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one optional statement, up to 800 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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