Admission Info for First-Year Students
It's your turn to take the lead
As Minnesota’s first university, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê has been leading the way since 1854. Today, we're recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #1 "Best Regional University" in Minnesota and 16th in the Midwest. Now it’s your turn: Discover how ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê University can help you take the lead with a college experience like no other.
At ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê University, you'll find your niche in the world, forging ahead with purpose and passion. You'll find support and your community by bringing your one-of-a-kind contributions to campus. We believe we're all better together. We can’t wait for you to join our community of trailblazers, who continue to pave the way with their academic and career achievements.
Our students are exceptional
Stellar students
The average high school GPA of incoming first-year students, fall 2024
Celebrating diversity
of first-year students identify as Black, Indigenous, or person of color, fall 2024
Achieving firsts
of first year students are the first in their families to attend a four-year university, fall 2024
I visited ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê, and immediately, I knew this was it. It was a small campus, the campus was beautiful, and you knew the people right away. When I got my financial letter, the scholarships were great, it was affordable for me to come here.
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How we help make ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê affordable
That's why 100% of first-time, full-time, on-campus undergraduate students receive ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê scholarships and/or grants, with the average financial aid package in 2023–2024 totaling $46,712*.
*For new first-year students enrolled in fall 2023 with financial need, per enrolled student data. This total includes gift aid, work-study, and loans to the students. ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê Institutional Effectiveness, July 2024
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê options and admission events
Get to know us virtually or immerse yourself in the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ³ÉÄê experience by visiting our Saint Paul campus.
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