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University of Minnesota-Duluth

Duluth, Minnesota · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$52,840

Acceptance Rate

82%

Graduation Rate

63%

Annual Tuition

$14,318

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Minnesota-Duluth earn a median of $62,616 ten years after entry — 16% above the national median. Acceptance rate 81.8%, average SAT score 1251, in-state tuition $14,318.

At a Glance

Total Students

7,475

Retention Rate

81%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

46%

Median Debt

$22,024

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,251

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

590–675

SAT Math (middle 50%)

590–675

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

23–28

Institution Overview

The University of Minnesota-Duluth is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 81.8%. It has a student population of 7,475. The university's retention rate is 80.8%, and its graduation rate is 63.4%. The median debt for students is $22,024, and 45.7% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median salary of $46,383. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $52,840, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $62,616. In-state tuition costs $14,318.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$46k

1 YEAR

$53k

5 YEARS

$63k

10 YEARS

Top 26% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Minnesota-Duluth alumni earn a median salary of $46,383. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $52,840. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $62,616. The median debt for graduates is $22,024.

The University of Minnesota-Duluth has an 81.8% acceptance rate and a 63.4% graduation rate. The retention rate is 80.8%. The in-state tuition is $14,318. 45.7% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Marketing

Graduates 152 / yr
Median Salary $53,800

Biology, General

Graduates 144 / yr
Median Salary $31,891

Psychology, General

Graduates 140 / yr
Median Salary $38,543

Mechanical Engineering

Graduates 132 / yr
Median Salary $67,764

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 121 / yr
Median Salary $51,953

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 82 / yr
Median Salary $39,706

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 80 / yr
Median Salary $51,571

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 78 / yr
Median Salary $56,146

Education, Other

Graduates 73 / yr
Median Salary $45,678

Chemical Engineering

Graduates 70 / yr
Median Salary $67,152

Social Work

Graduates 68 / yr
Median Salary $45,354

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 62 / yr
Median Salary $41,952

Criminology

Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $42,562

Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $31,150

Civil Engineering

Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $65,175

Chemistry

Graduates 55 / yr
Median Salary $44,674

Design and Applied Arts

Graduates 49 / yr
Median Salary $31,337

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Graduates 48 / yr
Median Salary $74,197

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $33,055

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $35,118

Political Science and Government

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $38,942

Health and Medical Administrative Services

Graduates 42 / yr
Median Salary $46,263

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $51,291

Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $33,565

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Campus Location

Duluth, Minnesota

Duluth, MN 55812

University of Minnesota-Duluth is located in Duluth, Minnesota. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Minnesota-Duluth has an acceptance rate of 81.8%.