University of Minnesota Rochester

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Minnesota Rochester. Around 72% of applicants get into University of Minnesota Rochester each year. Out of 1,197 applications received in 2023, 858 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Minnesota Rochester, the regular decision application deadline is July 31 and the fee for the application costs $30.

Students who apply to University of Minnesota Rochester for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than August 1.

University of Minnesota Rochester Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Minnesota Rochester's admissions stats.

University of Minnesota Rochester 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	23%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	1%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	36%
Waitlist	No

University of Minnesota Rochester Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Minnesota Rochester.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	7 31	August 1

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Considering Applying Early to University of Minnesota Rochester?

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University of Minnesota Rochester does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Minnesota Rochester Admissions

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Is University of Minnesota Rochester Difficult To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into UMN Rochester. UMN Rochester evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, UMN Rochester accepted 72% of students, approximately 858 from the 1,197 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like UMN Rochester, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to Early Assurance program in Nursing and Physician Assistant is program extremely difficult.

Transferring to University of Minnesota Rochester

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Minnesota Rochester

University of Minnesota Rochester has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Minnesota Rochester Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Minnesota Rochester

What does University of Minnesota Rochester consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Minnesota Rochester for more information on admission factors.

University of Minnesota Rochester 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Minnesota Rochester, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Minnesota Rochester's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	Interview - Required for Early Assurance program. Science Teacher Eval for PA Students.
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	√	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Minnesota Rochester?

University of Minnesota Rochester has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 16% submitted a class rank. At University of Minnesota Rochester 23% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 52% were in the top 25% and 84% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Minnesota Rochester, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Minnesota Rochester directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Minnesota Rochester is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not. 36% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of Minnesota Rochester, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Minnesota Rochester's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Minnesota Rochester students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to University of Minnesota Rochester

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Minnesota Rochester.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 31.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Minnesota Rochester during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Minnesota Rochester Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Minnesota Rochester?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Minnesota Rochester.

Does University of Minnesota Rochester accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Minnesota Rochester accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Minnesota Rochester accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Minnesota Rochester accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ University of Minnesota Rochester does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Minnesota Rochester?

❌ No, University of Minnesota Rochester is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to send your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Minnesota Rochester's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Minnesota Rochester's acceptance rate is 72%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Minnesota Rochester?

❌ University of Minnesota Rochester does not offer early decision.

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