University of Minnesota Reviews

  • 252 Reviews
  • Minneapolis (MN)
  • Annual Tuition: $35,099
84% of 252 students said this degree improved their career prospects
92% of 252 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Chemistry
"College is too general. Dont expect to master your subject in college. Professionals learn more and will help you more than your degree."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Business
"The part time program was very flexible, allowing me to work full time while earning my degree. The professors were great and applied subjects to real-world job situations."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Communications
"I had a wonderful experience at the University of Minnesota. My masters degree program was small, led by experienced faculty, and included students from a diversity of backgrounds. It was fantastic to study at a large research institution, but in a program where we had access to faculty throughout the course of study and while we completed our thesis projects."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Business
"Good school. If you're in the part-Time program, make sure that you network as much as possible."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Information Technology
"Great college with exceptional facilities and staff. Attending the school was was a great experience for me and I highly recommend it."
Stephanie
  • Reviewed: 7/19/2017
  • Degree: Healthcare Administration
"It's definitely a very large school, so you have to make an effort to actually get involved in campus life and meet people in classes; as a less outgoing person, a smaller school may have been a better option for me. That being said, it was a great experience and I learned a lot; most of the professors are very knowledgable and friendly/approachable, and encourage students to come to office hours."
Andrew E
  • Reviewed: 7/17/2017
  • Degree: Software Engineering
"The cohort program for University of Minnesota's Master of Software Engineering is an engaging, challenging, and rewarding program. Through my courses I felt more prepared for a career in Software Engineering. The cohort model works really well and provides plenty of opportunity for networking with other graduate students who are working and going to school at the same time."
Brandon T
  • Reviewed: 6/29/2017
  • Degree: Architecture
"The University of Minnesota is a great school, with very well respected professors and alumni. While the campus itself is very large, classes are small and the attention each student gets is very satisfying. You get a large campus with a small school feel. Minneapolis is also a very lively city with things to do for everyone."
Layla Safinia
  • Reviewed: 6/18/2017
  • Degree: Spanish
"As a future graduate student, I am equipped to handle my upcoming classroom and clinical work because of my experience at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities (UMN-TC). UMN-TC provides all students with unique research opportunities, personable professors, and a balanced course load. As a tier 1 research institution, I was able to receive funding for my student-driven research project, which is called a UROP, while assisting my professor with a bigger project - and anyone can at UMN-TC due to the helpful faculty! There are career counselors, academic counselors, and a tight student-peer community within each major that is extremely useful for becoming successful."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Social Work
"Not as academically strenuous as my undergrad school. Good professors. Not a very challenging program."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Social Work
"I wish I had gone to St. Thomas. I didn't like my experience at the U of M at all. I felt like I learned very little that I didn't already know. Everything that I learned was very vague. I went to school to learn more concrete things. I also had really bad internship experiences. I wish I had learned more hands on."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Social Work
"The University of Minnesota is an amazing place to receive higher education. I have my bachelors and masters from there. It is a arena where students are free to ask questions and broaden desired learning techniques."
Luna Allen
  • Reviewed: 3/30/2017
  • Degree: Public Policy
"The Humphrey School is the place to be, if you're considering a graduate public affairs degree. Ranked in national top ten for schools of its kind, it's a fantastic program you should keep in mind. Named for a politician known to be bipartisan and daring, with faculty and staff who are brilliant and caring. Our school prepares planners, policy analysts and more, you'll be learning the moment you step in the door A new Human Rights degree was approved to be here, there's also a Public Administration track for those who are mid career. I've learned so much from this diverse community, particularly from my peers and our dedicated unity. Beginning graduate school can make one feel nervous, but it's overcome here by the love of public service. It's not always easy, in fact it's quite tough, but a community of scholars is inspiring when work is rough. The most important thing we practice and seek, is to think critically about the policy issues that perplex us each week. I can't wait to see what my friends and colleagues will do, and I feel confident about my career too. Much gratitude to my school, for my experience and skills, and best of luck to everyone considering graduate school and its thrills."
Hannah N.
  • Reviewed: 3/29/2017
  • Degree: Fitness Trainer
"The University of Minnesota- Twin Cities has a lot to offer with its culturally diverse campuses, cutting edge research labs, and endless clubs for extracurricular involvement. The location alone, in the heart of the Twin Cities, affords students countless networking and internship opportunities, from everything medical, to the artsy-est of arts. Being its own entity away from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, campus is relatively safe. Free bus and walking escort services are available to all students in addition to accessible emergency blue buttons located throughout campus. Be that as it may, students should still be wary, and exercise precaution. In my experience as an undergraduate, I did not feel safe walking alone at night, especially on the outskirts of campus. Each year there were a handful of incidents reported on or near campus involving robbery and/or aggravated assault. Given the enormous size of the University and the proximity to two big cities, it comes as no surprise that these types of events occur. At the same time, being in an immensely beautiful urban area with a student body of over 50,000, students can be as involved or anonymous as they please. Between the 600 campus clubs, numerous University sponsored events, and bumpin nightlife downtown, students are never at a loss for something to do. As for the academic element of the University, the curriculum is competitive, though it varies in difficulty depending on the area of study, with certain programs, such as business and fine arts, being particularly selective. I was a member of the Bachelor of Science-Kinesiology program, which was competitive in that many students wanted to partake in it. Although some of my teachers were Teachers Assistants, I always felt I had the resources available to help me achieve a high-quality education. For the most part, the facilities, especially the research labs, were phenomenal, with cutting edge technology that enhanced coursework. The curriculum was intense, but not unmanageable, and did an adequate job preparing me for my graduate studies as a part of Belmont Universitys Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, which I begin in Fall of 2017. Additionally, unique liberal education credits, such as "The History of Rock" and "Sex, Evolution, and Behavior" are offered for students who do not wish to take traditional English or Biology courses. One of the only faults worth addressing is the lack of financial aid available to students at the University. In part, due to the large student population, along with public funding, it is difficult to receive scholarships from the university without being Valedictorian of your graduating class, or equally as exceptional. However, Student Financial Services does provide students with helpful financial aid counseling to make education more affordable. Overall, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, or The U as we referred to it, possess a lot of great qualities. Diverse in every way, it provides students with endless opportunities to grow as both an academic and individual. Although financial aid is lacking, the University makes up for it with its beautiful campus, involved social life, and quality curriculum. I would certainly recommend it to any student looking for a challenging and rewarding, college experience."
Ericka Maldonado Medina
  • Reviewed: 3/26/2017
  • Degree: Biology
"The biology college at the University of Minnesota is really good if you are interested in the biological sciences. They have a really unique curriculum. They have great labs and research opportunities. It is definitely a challenging curriculum but you do learn a lot."
Anna Metzler
  • Reviewed: 3/12/2017
  • Degree: Fitness Trainer
"I loved attending the University of Minnesota. The location is amazing in that you have full access to the Twin Cities, but the school is actually just outside the "true" city. There are ample opportunities for involvements in a wide variety of clubs and organizations, as well as club/intramural sports, and religious groups. Easy to find your niche even in the large school. I had a lot of large lectures, so if that isn't your thing this may not be the school for you. Those classes also met in much smaller labs/discussion groups, which is helpful. Your class sizes do decrease in size as you get further toward your degree. The Kin major is great and the professors are high quality. Would definitely recommend!!!"
Ellie
  • Reviewed: 3/12/2017
  • Degree: Psychology
"The U of M is a has a highly respected psychology program which well prepared me for a research career in the field. In addition, ample networking opportunities exist for both students and alumni. There are countless research and internship opportunities for students, and with extra work, funds to support students in these activities."
K
  • Reviewed: 3/12/2017
  • Degree: Architecture
"The faculty in architecture is very approachable and makes the effort to get to know each graduate student personally. The curriculum is very unique and offers students more opportunity to experiment with new processes, technology, or presentation techniques."
Miranda Moen
  • Reviewed: 3/10/2017
  • Degree: Child Development
"It is a beautiful campus filled with faculty doing cutting edge research and endless opportunities for students. By being in a big cities, the university is able to connect students to many additional learning opportunities in the community. The University of Minnesota had everything I was looking for!"
Sociology Major
  • Reviewed: 3/10/2017
  • Degree: Sociology
"I thoroughly enjoyed the Sociology department at the U. The classes allow you to explore a variety of interests (international organizations, the environment, social movements, to name a few) and the faculty were great. The capstone course was an excellent way to apply what you've learned to topics that interest you in the 'real world'."