Why UMD

Top Ranked
Regional University in MN
#1 ROI
Return-on-investment for low-income students at MN public universities
#4
Regional Public University in the Midwest
150+
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Expand your educational habitat.

Gain skills through internships, research opportunities, honors programs, study abroad, and community service while interacting with world-class faculty, preparing you for a meaningful career.


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Nature. North shore. Your backyard.

Our city’s location, nestled on the North Shore of Lake Superior, invites you to embark on an adventure unlike any other. Just a short distance from Duluth, explore a tapestry of state parks, each boasting breathtaking beauty— Gooseberry Falls, Split Rock Lighthouse, and Tettegouche to name a few. Reconnect with nature, find your peace, and discover a college experience unlike any other.

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Small classes. Expansive classrooms

You’ll learn in small classes with big opportunities. We deliver a 16:1 student-faculty ratio and 72% of our classes have fewer than 30 students. With over 9,000 students on our medium-sized campus, we are dedicated to providing a balanced educational habitat where you can thrive – academically, socially, and personally.

Majors and Minors


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A world of possibilities.

Our supportive community delivers every advantage of a small liberal arts college and all the resources of a larger research university. You’ll be encouraged and equipped to pursue your passion – and make an impact far beyond the classroom. It’s no wonder that 94% of UMD’s recent graduates are employed or continuing their education and the average starting salary of our grads is over $55,000.

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