Apply as an International Student

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Small class sizes. Close attention from professors who have the highest degree in their field. Hands-on research and career-building experiences. Transformational relationships with mentors and friends. These are the key advantages you'll find at the University of Minnesota Morris. And you’ll graduate with a well-rounded, top-notch, liberal arts education that sets you up to succeed and thrive—at Morris and beyond.

Steps to Apply

  1. Apply Online using UMN Morris application.

    The application fee of $30 cannot be waived, but you can submit the fee via credit card, U.S. check, or money order directly to the Office of Admissions. NOTE: If you participate in an exchange program, you are not required to submit the application fee.

  2. Have official transcripts from your secondary school and/or college sent directly from the school to our office with a certified English translation if they are not originally written in English.

    Learn more about High/Secondary School Record(s)

  3. Submit Official Score Report for proof of English language proficiency.
  4. Send any additional information (optional). 

    You are welcome to include extra materials like written statements, letters of recommendation, resumes, and portfolios that you feel would help us get to know you better. We encourage written statements if there are any extenuating circumstances we should take into account when reviewing your application.

  5. Documents should be uploaded through your student portal or emailed to [email protected].

Application Deadline for International Students

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For Fall Semester Enrollment

  • May 1 Priority application deadline for fall enrollment
  • June 15 Final deadline to submit enrollment deposit for fall entry

For Spring Semester Enrollment

  • November 1 Final application deadline for spring enrollment
  • December 15 Final deadline to submit enrollment deposit for spring entry

Steps after Admission

  1. Save your place!

    After you have been admitted and have determined that the University of Minnesota Morris is where you want to attend, confirm your enrollment by paying the $175 nonrefundable confirmation fee online. NOTE: If you participate in an exchange program, you are not required to submit the confirmation fee.

  2. Submit the following documents to receive your I20:

    1. Complete the financial certification information.
    2. Submit a bank statement.
    3. Upload a copy of your passport.

      Review steps to receive I-20

  3. Review information for Admitted students

    Under the “Application Next Steps” tab in your student application portal. From there, you will be able to request housing, schedule a distance registration to sign up for classes, and complete the necessary steps to become a UMN Morris student.

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Important Message from the University: Statement of Agents

The University of Minnesota Morris recruits and enrolls international students directly and contractually partners with Catalina Global to represent the University and to recruit or enroll international students. Agents may be retained by students and their families to assist them with the application process but these agents are not agents of the University nor do they have a contractual agreement with the University of Minnesota Morris.

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Contact Admissions

   Phone: 320-589-6035

   Toll-Free: 888-866-3382

   Email: [email protected]