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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 student - unites an eclectic mix of faculty, staff, and students generating a one-of-a-kind synergy inspiring open-mindedness, involvement, discovery, creativity, and determination - nurtures enthusiastic students seeking challenges in the classroom and engagement in the community - supports dedicated faculty who teach, advise, mentor, and challenge students—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 student growth in critical thinking, creativity, confidence, leadership ability, teamwork capability, communication skills, and community involvement - 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 student-centered experience that helps students 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!
2024-2025 Chance of Placement
Host Payment |Open
Home Payment |Open
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Academics

Registration
  • Campus Catalog
  • 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 students. Morris chemistry faculty works closely with students. In fact, students 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 students 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 students and students get to know their professor.
  • Computer Science - At Morris, students 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 student groups. The Black Student Union and Women of Color Association provide opportunities for students to gather and share ideas. The Multicultural Student Leadership Retreat is an annual event for students, 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, Animation and Special Effects, Anthropology... ++ 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, 213.00 computer or 79.00 Internet
  • IELTS: must have a score of 6.00
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
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 06/12/23

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: $7060.
  • 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 ($495 per additional hour)
  • Home Payment: 21 ($495 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 students 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 06/12/23

On-Campus Housing Per Semester Off-Campus Housing
  • Approximate monthly cost: $500
  • Proximity to campus: 1
  • Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
Meal Plans
  • Campus Meal Plans
  • Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
  • $2200 declining balance plan.
Notes About Meal Plans
The University of Minnesota, Morris has three meals plans, all costing 2200.00. Students can choose unlimited dining hall meals, 240 meals + 50 dining dollars or 150 meals + 250 dining dollars. Students living the the on-campus apartments or off-campus housing may purchase a meal plan consisting of 50 meals + 200 Dining Dollars for $848.00. Dining dollars can be used in an on-campus cafe and the on-campus convenience store.

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 06/12/23

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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