A different kind of classroom

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Where courageous exploration leads to lasting rewards.

At the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD), your education is designed for hands-on discovery and tackling real-world challenges. Within a tight-knit, supportive community, you’ll be encouraged and equipped to pursue your passion—and make an impact far beyond the classroom. 

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Invest in your future

UMD is one of the top three colleges in Minnesota for graduate earnings, and leads among public universities statewide. Education here leads to real-world rewards.

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Where support meets success

We are just the right size to deliver world-class opportunities while offering the care, attention, and encouragement usually reserved for only the smallest institutions.

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Highlights

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Authentic connection

Dallas Fix found fulfillment at UMD through authentic connections with classmates and community.

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Where admission offers so much more