The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is a major public research university situated in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, offering access to a vibrant metropolitan area. It is particularly strong in chemical engineering, psychology, and the health sciences, and ranks among the top public universities for total research expenditures.
Mascot: Golden Gopher
Notable Alumni
Bob Dylan (Nobel Prize-winning musician)•Norman Borlaug (Nobel Peace Prize, Green Revolution)•Jessica Lange (Academy Award-winning actress)
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Published sticker prices for 2025-2026. Actual cost after aid varies.
Top Programs & National Ranking
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Safety
The University of Minnesota invested heavily in safety, adding 1,100 digital cameras and upgrading building access systems with $8 million in state funding. UMPD operates 24/7.
Dinkytown and Marcy-Holmes saw a 49% crime decrease from 2022 to 2024, but armed robberies and thefts remain concerns in surrounding Minneapolis neighborhoods.
Based on Clery Act data, student surveys, and local crime statistics.
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