University of Minnesota-Morris Admission Requirements

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University of Minnesota-Morris Admission Overview

University of Minnesota-Morris admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year University of Minnesota-Morris admitted 74.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.54 GPA (A-) and SAT 1040-1250 / ACT 21-28. University of Minnesota-Morris is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Minnesota-Morris Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

74.9%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for University of Minnesota Morris

Acceptance Rate

The University of Minnesota-Morris acceptance rate is 74.9%. Last year, 2,215 of 2,956 applicants were admitted. That is the 13th lowest acceptance rate in Minnesota.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of Minnesota-Morris and can you get accepted?

University of Minnesota-Morris is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of Minnesota Morris typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 10% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Minnesota-Morris GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.54

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.54

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of Minnesota-Morris typically have around a 3.54 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. University of Minnesota-Morris is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #13 in Minnesota for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled University of Minnesota Morris freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 12.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 25.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 21.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 11.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of Minnesota-Morris SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1040-1250

Freshmen who sent SAT

1%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 510
  • Math 530
  • Composite 1040
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Minnesota Morris

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 620
  • Math 630
  • Composite 1250
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Minnesota Morris

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of Minnesota-Morris typically score around a 1150 SAT (middle 50% 1040–1250) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 68th percentile nationally. University of Minnesota-Morris ranks #16 in the state of Minnesota for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1040 to 1250

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

University of Minnesota-Morris is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1150 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of Minnesota Morris
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1250+ Above 75th >85%
1150 to 1250 Avg + 76%-85%
1040 to 1150 Avg - 61%-76%
Below 1040 Below mid-50 <61%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Minnesota-Morris ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

21-28

Freshmen reporting ACT

28%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 20
  • Math 20
  • Composite 21
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Minnesota Morris

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 27
  • Math 27
  • Composite 28
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Minnesota Morris

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of Minnesota-Morris typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 21–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Minnesota-Morris places #12 among colleges in Minnesota for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 28

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to University of Minnesota-Morris without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of Minnesota Morris
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
28+ Above 75th >86%
24 to 28 Avg + 75%-86%
21 to 24 Avg - 63%-75%
Below 21 Below mid-50 <63%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

80% of University of Minnesota Morris freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 44% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Minnesota Morris students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 17%
Top 25% of class 44%
Top 50% of class 80%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

University of Minnesota Morris admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,472 1,453 2,956
Accepted 1,139 1,050 2,215
Acceptance Rate 77% 72% 75%
Enrolled 109 109 222
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 10% 10% 10%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Minnesota Morris and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Minnesota Morris application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Minnesota Morris is $30.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Minnesota Morris
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

University of Minnesota-Morris is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 74.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.54 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1040-1250); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=174251.

GPA calculator: University of Minnesota Morris GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026