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F A S T   F A C T S
Location | Morris
Population | 5,200
Enrollment | 1,068
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home & Host

Term Dates
Fall | 08/2-12/15
Spring | 01/15-05/11

University of Minnesota, Morris

Morris, MN

     

About This Campus

As an intentionally small, residential, liberal arts school, the University of Minnesota, Morris: - offers a personalized education for every Â鶹´«Ã½ - unites an eclectic mix of faculty, staff, and Â鶹´«Ã½s generating a one-of-a-kind synergy inspiring open-mindedness, ©2024 Â鶹´«Ã½, discovery, creativity, and determination - nurtures enthusiastic Â鶹´«Ã½s seeking challenges in the classroom and engagement in the community - supports dedicated faculty who teach, advise, mentor, and challenge Â鶹´«Ã½s—then guide them through those challenges - maintains academic resources that nurture and support successful college experiences - creates opportunities in and out of the classroom for Â鶹´«Ã½ growth in critical thinking, creativity, confidence, leadership ability, teamwork capability, communication skills, and community ©2024 Â鶹´«Ã½ - celebrates diversity in its many forms - COPLAC membership

Location Information

Morris is a thriving rural community with approximately 5,000 citizens, located in west-central Minnesota. Our scenic city is a welcoming place for visitors, as well as people looking to make Morris their home.

Helpful Information

Morris is a Â鶹´«Ã½-centered experience that helps Â鶹´«Ã½s build community. Morris has a focus on renewable and sustainable lifestyles. As a campus, Morris is off the grid one-third of the year. Students at Morris are highly engaged in research and enrichment opportunities. Morris is a place where we are asking and answering the big questions!
2025-2026 Chance of Placement
Host Payment |Open
Home Payment |Open
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Academics

Registration
  • When will I register? According to class standing
  • Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance
Closed Programs
Elementary and Secondary Education.

Notable Academic Programs

  • Chemistry - All Morris chemistry and biochemistry courses are taught by faculty who have the highest degree in their field of specialization and who are actively involved in research with undergraduate Â鶹´«Ã½s. Morris chemistry faculty works closely with Â鶹´«Ã½s. In fact, Â鶹´«Ã½s who seek individual attention are welcome to drop by their professors' offices to get help with coursework and career advice, or just to chat. The Morris campus chemistry discipline is also certified by the American Chemical Society. Approximately two-thirds of Morris chemistry and biochemistry graduates pursue post-graduate studies in graduate or professional school.
  • Studio Art - You become part of a close-knit community of studio art Â鶹´«Ã½s and faculty, where your creative energies can flourish and be supported. Our professors are just not teachers but working artists active in their distinctive fields. We provide spacious studios in an award winning building along with an outdoor wood kiln. Our classes are small and intense; professors truly get to know their Â鶹´«Ã½s and Â鶹´«Ã½s get to know their professor.
  • Computer Science - At Morris, Â鶹´«Ã½s focus on the core of computer science such as algorithm development, software design, and hardware principles The University of Minnesota, Morris computer science program combines a strong theoretical basis with extensive hands-on experience to develop long-term concepts and skills—preparing Morris graduates for the ever-changing computer science field.
  • African American Studies - In addition to academic pursuits, Morris has active Â鶹´«Ã½ groups. The Black Student Union and Women of Color Association provide opportunities for Â鶹´«Ã½s to gather and share ideas. The Multicultural Student Leadership Retreat is an annual event for Â鶹´«Ã½s, faculty, and staff to discuss diversity issues and effect positive change on campus.
  • Environmental Studies - Fall Semester Abroad to Northern Italy. Similar cost of attendance.

Unique Academic Programs

  • American Indian Studies
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Medieval/Renaissance Studies
  • African American Studies
  • Creative Writing

Options
Honors Access: Yes
Study Abroad Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

African American Studies, Anthropology, Art History... ++ show all

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Non-Native English Speakers
  • TOEFL: must have a score of 550.00 paper or 79.00 Internet
  • IELTS: must have a score of 6.00
Summer Exchange
  • Home Pay only
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will not accept
Canadian Students - learn more
  • Will accept Home/Host Pay

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 09/17/24

Finances Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
  • Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
  • Estimated cost: $7263.
  • Figures are based on full-time enrollment.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
  • Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Host Payment: 21 ($505 per additional hour)
  • Home Payment: 21 ($505 per additional hour)

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Housing Deposit $50 Year Host & Home Mandatory
Parking Fee $150 Year Host & Home Optional
Course Fees / MaterialsVariesSemesterHost & HomeMandatory

Important Notes: All incoming Â鶹´«Ã½s must have health insurance. They are not required to purchase the university plan, but if they do not, they must provide proof of insurance.

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 09/17/24

On-Campus Housing Per Semester
  • Approximate cost: $2804
Off-Campus Housing
  • Approximate monthly cost: $500
  • Proximity to campus: 1
  • Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
Meal Plans
  • Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
Notes About Meal Plans
The University of Minnesota, Morris has three meals plans: 1. 2888/semester 2. $2760/semester 3. 2686/semester Students living the the on-campus apartments or off-campus housing may purchase a meal plan consisting of meals and dining dollars as well. Dining dollars can be used in an on-campus cafe and the on-campus convenience store.

Resources

Campus Links

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 09/17/24

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Health Insurance $1050 Year Home & Host Optional

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $999 per semester.

Requirements

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