Acceptance Rate
75%
Avg. SAT
1280
75th percentile
“Quiet public liberal arts outpost of the University of Minnesota system, prioritizing undergraduate teaching in rural prairie Minnesota.”
Morris, MN
Location
Town
Campus Setting
Founded in 1960 on the former site of the University of Minnesota's West Central School of Agriculture, the University of Minnesota-Morris delivers a residential liberal arts education as one of the system's coordinate campuses. Students who thrive here seek personal connections with professors and a tight-knit community, often drawn to hands-on learning in a place where faculty know them by name. The campus sits in Morris, a small farming town of about 5,000 in west-central Minnesota, surrounded by endless prairies and farmland that inspire environmental studies but demand adjustment to rural isolation and long, snowy winters.
UMM attracts curious, collaborative types who value sustainability and outdoor pursuits over urban excitement, with a student body that's notably diverse for its region and size. You'll find a personality that's earnest and community-driven, emphasizing service and interdisciplinary thinking. Tradeoffs include fewer entertainment options off-campus and a higher cost of heating bills during subzero temperatures, though the low cost of living helps offset that.
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Classes stay small, often under 25 students, fostering discussion-based learning where professors lead seminars and labs rather than lecturing from podiums. Strengths lie in environmental sciences, biology, education, and management, with undergrads tackling research on prairie ecology or renewable energy right from their first year. Access to University of Minnesota resources like libraries and Twin Cities courses adds breadth without diluting the intimate feel.
You'll dive into interdisciplinary programs blending humanities and sciences, but popular majors like computer science fill quickly, requiring solid planning. Large introductory lectures are rare thanks to the 1,400-student scale, though niche electives might require online options from the broader system. The intellectual culture rewards initiative, with students presenting at conferences early on.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
981 undergrad • 0 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
52%
Black / African American
3%
Hispanic / Latino
8%
Asian
1%
Other / Multi-racial
36%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Morris, MN
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life revolves around residence halls where most students live, creating instant bonds through hall councils and shared kitchens. A typical week mixes morning classes, afternoon club meetings or pickup sports, and evenings at coffee shops or bonfires on the Camel Hump hill overlooking the prairie. Traditions like the Sustainability Festival highlight student projects, while outdoor clubs organize hikes and kayaking on nearby Pomme de Terre Lake.
The social scene stays low-key and inclusive, with live music, open mics, and movie nights filling the student center—no massive parties, but steady events that suit introverts and extroverts alike. Harsh Minnesota winters push activities indoors, and the small town limits nightlife, channeling energy into campus athletics and intramurals. Overall, expect a supportive vibe focused on friendships over frenzy.
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Athletic Association
Upper Midwest Athletic Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Veteran’s Programs Available
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
74%
4 Years Graduation Rate
49%
6 Years Graduation Rate
60%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$50,919
74% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of Minnesota-Morris and return in the fall. 49% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 60% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
49%
4-5 years
11%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
39%
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Key Statistics
Type
Public
Tuition
$12,804
Acceptance
75%
Undergrads
981
4-Year Grad Rate
49%
Endowment
$24M
Morris, MN 56267
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