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The University of Minnesota Morris was founded in 1960. However, the school’s current campus was an American Indian boarding school in the late nineteenth century. After the school closed in 1910, the University of Minnesota established the West Central School of Agriculture on its former campus. This later became the University of Minnesota Morris. Located in Morris, Minnesota, the university enrolls more than 1,500 students every year.
Students of University of Minnesota Morris can choose from over 30 majors and minors and several pre-professional programs in the fields of humanities, education, mathematics, science and social sciences. Online learning programs are also available at UMM.
The athletics department of the University of Minnesota Morris sponsors teams in baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track, swimming & diving, softball and volleyball. The teams are known as the Cougars and compete in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference in the NCAA Division III.
University Of Minnesota Morris is located in Morris, MN (a self-contained town). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by University Of Minnesota Morris is the Bachelor's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. University Of Minnesota Morris is known for its programs in mathematics, science, fine arts, and liberal arts.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 555. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 540 and 660.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. University Of Minnesota Morris has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
University Of Minnesota Morris had 1,686 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
The school has a residential or campus feel. University Of Minnesota Morris offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Minnesota Morris
309 Behmler Hall
Morris, MN 56267
General Phone: (320) 589-6035
http://www.morris.umn.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 164 | English, interdisciplinary studies, political science, liberal arts and sciences, social services, history, sociology, economics, ... |
| Science | 48 | biology, chemistry, physics, geology |
| Therapy and Counseling | 35 | psychology |
| Business and Management | 31 | business management |
| Fine Arts | 19 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Education and Teaching | 18 | elementary school teaching |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 12 | computer science |
| Music | 12 | music |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics, statistics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 6 | drama |
| Religion and Philosophy | 3 | philosophy |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Minnesota Morris in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 356 | 32 |
In 2007-2008, University Of Minnesota Morris had a total enrollment of 1,686 students (1,661 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 71% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 10% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 39% |
| 20-21 | 37% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 88% |
| Wisconsin | 4% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| South Dakota | 1% |
| North Dakota | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
University Of Minnesota Morris offers campus housing for 933 of its 1,661 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Morris, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,482 | 1,069 | 72% | 374 | 35% |
| Men | 676 | 463 | 68% | 164 | 35% |
| Women | 806 | 606 | 75% | 210 | 35% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 555 | 690 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 660 |
| SAT Writing | 510 | 640 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 95% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,006 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,006 |
| Room and board | $ 6,710 |
| Room charge | $ 3,130 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,580 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Minnesota Morris participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 238900)
University Of Minnesota Morris has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 37 | 24 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 14 | 20 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 4 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $76,916 | 7 | $73,718 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 21 | $63,144 | 17 | $63,131 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 13 | $50,972 | 21 | $53,355 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $40,885 | 9 | $42,583 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 56 | $62,650 | 56 | $56,825 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference |
| Track | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Studies
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
European Studies/Civilization
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Latin American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Minnesota Morris Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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