At a glance
Average net price
$18,743
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.7%
Admission rate
89%
Undergrad size
7,336
In-state tuition
$14,610
Out-of-state tuition
$20,130
Cost of attendance
$27,680
Median earnings (10y)
$62,616
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,251
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 81.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (35%), social sciences (23%), business (19%).
- STEM35%
- Health3%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services5%
- Business19.1%~1,403 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Engineering13.9%~1,018 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~728 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology8.4%~614 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science6.2%~452 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education6.1%~447 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.9%~435 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~293 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~277 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication3.8%~277 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~211 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~203 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~187 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~142 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.9%~139 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~122 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History1.6%~118 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~73 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~69 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~53 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.2%~12 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 317 | $33,338 | $24,225 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 300 | $28,721 | $24,684 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 232 | $65,504 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 225 | $47,744 | $23,750 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 224 | $46,856 | $25,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 147 | $63,377 | $23,375 |
| Education, Other. | Bachelor's | 146 | $41,089 | $25,978 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 132 | $36,639 | $24,182 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 123 | $37,919 | $23,887 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 118 | $58,804 | $26,044 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 117 | $50,990 | $26,621 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Bachelor's | 105 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 104 | $28,485 | $23,629 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 100 | $36,362 | $28,000 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 100 | $68,483 | $26,915 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 93 | $29,708 | $20,500 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 88 | $66,019 | $26,471 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 87 | $29,425 | $24,800 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 86 | $43,378 | $25,576 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 77 | $44,687 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 75 | $32,863 | $23,111 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 71 | $30,771 | $22,500 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 70 | $40,087 | $26,000 |
| Geography and Environmental Studies. | Bachelor's | 69 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 66 | $34,579 | $20,089 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 64 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 60 | $33,949 | $26,894 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 59 | $40,598 | $25,250 |
| Statistics. | Bachelor's | 56 | $34,767 | $22,797 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | $23,975 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor's | 52 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 52 | $45,318 | $23,230 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Bachelor's | 49 | $53,217 | $26,125 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 49 | $57,395 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 47 | $34,584 | $26,743 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | $21,164 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 44 | $21,538 | $24,191 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 42 | $35,996 | $24,657 |
| Graphic Communications. | Bachelor's | 40 | $37,048 | $24,500 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 38 | $25,442 | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Minnesota-Duluth
University of Minnesota-Duluth is a large institution located in Duluth, Minnesota, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,336 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Engineering, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Minnesota-Duluth — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $18,743 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $14,610 for in-state students and $20,130 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $27,680 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.7%, a above-average completion outcome. 81.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $62,616 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Minnesota-Duluth confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Engineering, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (35% of credentials), social sciences (23% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of Minnesota-Duluth accepts 89% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,251. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Duluth, Minnesota (city), University of Minnesota-Duluth draws students from across Minnesota and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Minnesota-Duluth
Q.How much does University of Minnesota-Duluth cost?
The average net price at University of Minnesota-Duluth is $18,743 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $27,680.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Minnesota-Duluth?
University of Minnesota-Duluth has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Minnesota-Duluth?
University of Minnesota-Duluth admits 89% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do University of Minnesota-Duluth graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Minnesota-Duluth graduate earns $62,616 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Minnesota-Duluth?
Published tuition is $14,610 in-state and $20,130 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Minnesota-Duluth located?
University of Minnesota-Duluth is located in Duluth, Minnesota (ZIP 55812).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Minnesota-Duluth at their official website.