Admit rate has ranged 57%–78% over the last 5 years — notably volatile. Source: IPEDS via Urban Institute.
Acceptance & SAT from Common Data Set / IPEDS; net price, earnings & graduation from the U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~1–2 years — verify with the school.
The University of Minnesota-Morris is a small, public liberal arts college with a distinctive identity: it's one of the few federally designated Native American-Serving institutions in the U.S., with 27% Native enrollment, and combines rigorous academics with an intimate, tight-knit community. Known for strong programs in biology, psychology, and education, it offers a surprisingly affordable education—96% of incoming students receive aid—with outcomes that punch above its weight: 89% of graduates land jobs or enter grad school within a year.
Admission requirements
Test-blind — scores not considered
Required
High school transcript
Grade point average
Class rank
College-prep program
TOEFL (non-native English)
Source: IPEDS Admissions survey (2022) via Urban Institute. Covers formal factors only — it does not reflect essays, extracurriculars, or other holistic criteria.
More details
Undergrad enrollment
936
In-state tuition
$14,526
Out-of-state tuition
$16,710
Acceptance Rate
75%
4-Year Grad Rate
57.7%
6-Year Grad Rate
62%
Native Enrollment
27%
Median Early Salary
$56,900
Students Receiving Aid
96%
Total Aid Awarded (2023–24)
$12.4M
Outcomes & value
Outcomes & value
Median earnings (10 yr)
$50,919
Value (earnings ÷ net price)
5.8×
Median debt at graduation
$18,995
Graduation rate
63%
First-year retention
74%
Reducing loan balance (3 yr)
73%
Pell (lower-income) share
53%
First-generation share
20%
Endowment / student
$28,239
Top-earning majors
Median earnings by field of study (highest credential), ~2 years after completion.
Computer Science$63,997
Mathematics$44,170
Political Science and Government$41,193
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$39,729
Business Administration, Management and Operations$36,995
Social Sciences, General
Campus & location
Campus safety
On-campus violent crimes (2024)
1
Per 1,000 students
1.07
On-campus criminal offenses classed as violent (murder/non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) for the most recent reported year. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security (Clery Act). Counts reflect what’s reported to the school, and urban campuses often report more partly due to non-student incidents nearby — read alongside campus size and setting, not as a standalone safety verdict.
Climate
Pleasant days / yr
93
Summer high
81°F
Winter low
7°F
Annual rain
26.3"
Annual snow
39"
Natural-hazard risk
Very Low
Pleasant days counts days per year with a mean temperature of 55–75°F, a high at or below 90°F, a low at or above 45°F, and little precipitation — a transparent comfort measure, not a weighting we invented. Computed from Open-Meteo ERA5 daily history (2019–2023). Natural-hazard risk is the county’s composite rating from the FEMA National Risk Index.
Deep dive — research, future-scholar output & economic mobility▾
Research output
Institutional h-index
102
Scholarly works
2,363
Institutional research volume and impact from OpenAlex. The h-index reflects large research universities and will be low for teaching-focused liberal-arts colleges — not a measure of undergraduate quality.
Quick answers
What is the acceptance rate at University of Minnesota-Morris?
University of Minnesota-Morris's acceptance rate is approximately 75% (Morris, MN), based on the most recent figures we compiled from public and primary sources.
How much does University of Minnesota-Morris cost?
At University of Minnesota-Morris, the average net price (after aid) is about $8,837 per year. Actual cost varies with financial aid and residency.
How many undergraduates attend University of Minnesota-Morris?
University of Minnesota-Morris enrolls approximately 936 undergraduate students.
Where is University of Minnesota-Morris located?
University of Minnesota-Morris is located in Morris, MN.
Admissions
UMN Morris is moderately selective, with a 75% acceptance rate—higher than many liberal arts colleges but still discerning. Admitted students typically fall in the top 35% nationally on the SAT (mid-range scores of 1040–1250) or ACT (20–26). The school emphasizes Holistic admissionsA review that weighs the whole applicant — grades, essays, activities, and context — rather than relying on test scores and GPA alone., valuing solid high school GPAs and college-prep coursework over strict test benchmarks. Applications are due August 1, and the process is managed centrally through the University of Minnesota system's Office of Enrollment Management.
Morris offers 35 majors and 32 minors, with standout programs in biology, psychology, elementary education, and history (which collectively account for nearly half of all degrees). The curriculum leans heavily into traditional liberal arts strengths—humanities, sciences, and social sciences—with particular depth in (a natural fit for its rural Minnesota setting). Small class sizes and a (above the national average for public colleges) reflect its commitment to close faculty mentorship. Pre-professional tracks in health sciences and education are popular, but the school avoids vocational training in favor of broad intellectual inquiry.
Earnings = median of students working ~10 years after entry; debt = median of graduates. Value divides 10-yr earnings by one year’s net price — read it as earnings per dollar of annual cost, not a full lifetime ROI; it favors lower-cost schools. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~2 years and reflect all students, not your intended major.
$36,668
Economics$35,594
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$33,281
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings). Figures cover graduates who received federal aid and lag ~2 years; not all programs report data.
Life at Morris revolves around its small size (1,500 students) and rural location, fostering an all-in-this-together vibe. The campus is one of only a handful federally designated as Native American-Serving, with 27% Native enrollment—a LegacyAn applicant whose parent (or sometimes other close relative) attended the college. Some schools give a small edge to legacy applicants. tied to its founding on the site of a former Native boarding school. Traditions include powwows and multicultural programming developed by longtime advocate Bill Stewart. With no Greek life, social life centers on clubs, intramurals, and outdoor activities (think kayaking on the nearby Pomme de Terre River). The school invests heavily in student support, including a program for 140 high-ability scholars.
89% of 2024 graduates were employed or in graduate school within a year, with a median early-career salary of $56,900. The 6-year graduation rate (62%) outperforms similar public colleges, and UMN Morris consistently ranks highly for value and student success in U.S. News & World Report. Alumni often stay in the Upper Midwest, working for employers like 3M, Mayo Clinic, and Minnesota public schools. For a small school, it sends a notable number to grad programs in STEM and education.
UMN Morris is a bargain by liberal arts standards, with 96% of incoming students receiving aid and an average net price of $13,677 after scholarships. Families earning under $30k pay just $1,694 annually on average. The school awarded $12.4 million in total aid for 2023–24, including competitive merit scholarships. Tuition is set at $32,510 sticker price, but aggressive aid packages—often combining grants, work-study, and loans—make it accessible even for lower-income students.
Morris defies expectations: a public liberal arts college with the vibe of a private school, a Native American-Serving institution with rigorous academics, and a rural campus that produces graduates who compete with urban peers. Its 27% Native enrollment—among the highest of any non-tribal college—reflects a commitment to reconciliation and inclusion. The combination of low cost, high outcomes (89% placement rate), and intimate scale makes it a hidden gem for students who want personal attention without the elite price tag. As one of just a few public liberal arts colleges in the Midwest, it offers a rare blend of accessibility and intellectual intensity.
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