University of Minnesota Reviews

"the university of minnesota offers top tier research and great career ties in the twin cities. The campus is huge so you must be proactive and also manageable. it's a high value education for self motivated students who love urban life and also it is open for to join sports"

"My experience at the University of Minnesota has been both challenging and deeply rewarding. From the start, I noticed that the university places a strong emphasis on academic excellence while also encouraging personal growth and independence. The professors are knowledgeable in their fields and generally approachable, making it easier to ask questions, seek guidance, and engage in meaningful discussions both inside and outside the classroom.The coursework is rigorous and pushes students to think critically, manage time effectively, and apply concepts to real-world situations. I appreciated how many classes combined theory with practical examples, research, or collaborative projects, which helped prepare me for professional and academic opportunities beyond graduation. Academic resources such as libraries, tutoring centers, and advising services are widely available and useful when utilized.Campus life at the University of Minnesota is vibrant and diverse. Students come from many backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, which creates an inclusive environment and enriches the overall learning experience. There are numerous student organizations, events, and activities that make it easy to get involved, meet people, and build a sense of community.While the academic demands can sometimes feel intense, the support systems in place academic advisors, mental health resources, and peer networks help students navigate challenges effectively. Overall, the University of Minnesota provided me with a strong educational foundation, valuable life skills, and experiences that contributed significantly to my personal and professional development. I would recommend it to students who are motivated, curious, and ready to grow.Read Less"

"The University of Minnesota is a wonderful place to find not only yourself, but the academic niche that you wish to pursue. There are so many options and working with the counselors was a breeze. I was able to find the major that was right for me and even study abroad, which was a lifelong dream of mine. My only gripe would be the extremely large class sizes for freshman science courses, which made it very difficult to get help from the professors or TAs. Chemistry was a hard pass."

"The university is extremely diverse and accepting of students of all backgrounds. It's easy to fit in and to find organization and student groups that welcome you. There are also many resources available when it comes to academic support and mental health support. Many faculty are also passionate in their fields and feel like friends at times. However, many STEM classes are unnecessarily difficult and seemingly made to weed out students who aren't pure geniuses at their fields. This university is great for other fields, but extremely difficult when it comes to STEM courses.Read Less"

"Overall the U of M provided great resources for me as a student. I felt like the facilities were adequate for student athletics and I felt like the campus felt very cohesive. Professors for social subjects like philosophy and literature were fantastic while professors for some science subjects felt like a race to the bottom especially chemistry and physics."

"The University of Minnesota Twin Cities has great resources in multiple areas. I felt I could go to my advisor for any questions regarding career path and extracurricular activities. Being a science major, I also felt thankful for research opportunities that opened up to new learnings and going beyond the textbooks."

"I attended the University of Minnesota (Twin Cities) for about 2.5 years and during those years, I believe, while I received a good education and quality experience, there are a good bit of flaws with the administration. The OOS tuition is very high yet much of the allocated money is not used well."

"Overall this school has everything you need to he successful. It has top educators and amazing facilities. It is located very close to downtown so there is plenty of things to do and see. Overall everyone has been amazing from the students to the staff."

"I got a great education at the U, it's such a large school that there are a ton of resources to support students who are having a hard time in classes. There were lots of opportunities to explore different subjects and lots of choices of electives. The administration can be overly bureaucratic at times"

"The U of MN was a great option for me, it provided a lot of access to a wide variety of high-quality courses, not just the ones designed for my major. The big campus was also a plus for me, as it gave lots of areas to walk around a figure out. There are lots of clubs too. During my senior year there was a sudden change in my personal music instructor which caused some problems/difficulty for my final year"

"This school very much depends on who you interact with, your degree, and your beliefs. This school has a lot of good potential but it also isn't very friendly if you don't follow the paradigm that they push. It also can feel hard to incorporate into the student base because every instructor always feels like they are too busy or there are a lot there solely for research purposes."

"I graduated from UMN-Twin Cities in 2017 with a B.A in Global Studies. The connections I made with faculty and peers in my program have been amazing and longlasting. The Global Studies department has been foundational to my academic success. Even though the program has many students, you're still able to have a close mentor and mentee relationship with the advisors and professors. As you progress to junior and senior year the classes get smaller and the conversations surrounding your area of study get more critical. You leave the program with more insight about the world and your role in it. However, my program was unique and not reflective of the general atmosphere of the campus. Many students found a safe space and community in Global Studies.Read Less"

"I absolutely loved attending the University of Minnesota. The U of M is it's own little bustling metropolis. It is such a fun environment to learn and grow in. I was more inclined towards studying in a smaller school atmosphere, and amazingly enough I was able to find that at the University of Minnesota. The Youth Studies program is a close knit small program with incredible teaching staff and professors. If you are interested in working with youth, social justice and making the world a better place, this is the program for you!Read Less"

"I enjoyed my time at UMN! There were so many ways to get involved, through countless school clubs and organizations. The school is large, but you'd be surprised by how small it feels once you get used to it and find your way around campus. It's a very large school so advising and financial aid assistance isn't great, but if you do your research you'll be just fine. Campus is beautiful (especially in the fall and summer), and you have really everything you need. The university and surrounding areas are filled with coffee shops, bars, restaurants, grocery stores, and fast food places. You'll never go hungry! Instruction within my degree program wasn't great, but I have heard great things from my friends who are in other majors, and no one I know outside of my degree has had trouble finding a job post graduation. I went to into the Journalism school with the intent of studying advertising with a focus on art direction. However, if you are looking to go for professional journalism then this is the place for you!Read Less"

"The University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is a large institution with multiple different, smaller colleges that made it difficult for me to feel like I really fit in. As a graduate from the College of Biological Sciences, I personally had a good experience with the school. The counselors who guided me through my degree progress were helpful. Most of the professors were approachable and genuinely wanted students to understand and succeed. The student help services were always friendly and knowledgeable about any questions I had. For those interested in research or graduate schools, there were hundreds of excellent research opportunities if you were able to establish a strong relationship with the right professor. This was difficult for me to establish because my commute to the school was 90 minutes.Read Less"

"I loved going to the University of Minnesota, as it provides multiple opportunities for students to be involved not only in the culture and diversity of the school, but also the community. They provide student assistance and help make each successful."

"The University of Minnesota provides great opportunities for transfer students. They made the transition easy and go above and beyond to make transfer students a part of the college. They accepted 100% of my credits and provided me with the opportunity to graduate on time. Family Social Science has outstanding professors that make this degree well worth the time and money. I had the opportunity to assist in research in an area of my interest and met people that still influence my life to this day.Read Less"

"The University of Minnesota was an exceptional place to go to school. There were more options than anyone could know what to do with and the staff was always incredibly helpful with any issues or questions that arose. The Carlson School of Business in particular was exceptional. The staff and students were incredibly close-knit and dialogue was open and honest."

"I truly enjoyed my time in my undergraduate program at the U. I learned so much and met so many wonderful people. I will be entering into their 5th year Master's program. I have learned about who I am as a person, which has helped me prep in becoming a teacher. Through the classes and vast field experience I have experienced, not only do I feel confident as a student, but also as a future educator."

"The quality of instruction offered at the University of Minnesota/Guthrie BFA Actor Training was top-notch. We were taught by industry professionals who were very well versed in their craft. We had opportunities to work with professionals in the city too, who were more than glad to support us as up and coming artists. My issue, however, was in the interpersonal relationships between the students and the faculty. From my experience, I often times felt personally attacked by one particular teacher, others made me feel ignored or unimportant, and others treated me more favorably than my classmates. This was the case for many of my classmates too varying degrees with different faculty members. It wasnt until I graduated that I began to realize how often unprofessional behavior was brushed under the rug or just accepted as part of the process. I know some teachers have left and the faculty is made up of much more professional people. But in my experience, the quality of my education was affected by the behavior of some of the faculty.Read Less"