Admission Info for First-Year Students

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It's your turn to take the lead

As Minnesota’s first university, Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK can help you take the lead with a college experience like no other. 

At Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK, 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

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Stellar students

3.47

The average high school GPA of incoming first-year students, fall 2024

Celebrating diversity

43%

of first-year students identify as Black, Indigenous, or person of color, fall 2024

Achieving firsts

44%

of first year students are the first in their families to attend a four-year university, fall 2024

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Aiden Lewald

I visited Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK, 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.

Aiden Lewald '26, digital and studio art, and English and communication studies; Of Omaha, NE

How we help make Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK affordable

That's why 100% of first-time, full-time, on-campus undergraduate students receive Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK 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.  Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK Institutional Effectiveness, July 2024

Take your next step today

Want to find out more about how a Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK education is right for you? We'd love to send you information about academics, student life, arts, and athletics at Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK!

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