University Of Minnesota - Morris is in a self-contained town, in Morris, Minnesota. The school is classified as a public college. Students at University Of Minnesota - Morris earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
There are more programs of study at the school than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at University Of Minnesota - Morris include music, science, mathematics, and liberal arts.
The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2005 was 570 to 680 for students at University Of Minnesota - Morris. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 560 and 680.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at University Of Minnesota - Morris are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2005, had 1,684 students (1,592 full-time equivalent).
University Of Minnesota - Morris is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. Athletic teams at University Of Minnesota - Morris belong to the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Minnesota - Morris
309 Behmler Hall
Morris, MN 56267
General Phone: (320) 589-2211
Admissions Phone: (800) 992-8863
Financial Aid Phone: (800) 992-8863
http://www.mrs.umn.edu/
University Of Minnesota - Morris awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 159 | English, history, liberal arts and sciences, political science, social services, interdisciplinary studies, sociology, economics, ... |
| Science | 57 | biology, chemistry, geology, physics |
| Education And Teaching | 34 | elementary school teaching |
| Business And Management | 25 | business management |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 20 | computer science |
| Therapy And Counseling | 15 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 12 | mathematics, statistics |
| Music | 9 | music |
| Fine Arts | 7 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Religion And Philosophy | 5 | philosophy |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Minnesota - Morris in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 348 | 31 |
In 2005, University Of Minnesota - Morris had a total enrollment of 1,684 students (1,592 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 8% |
| Other Races | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 84% |
| Wisconsin | 5% |
| South Dakota | 4% |
| North Dakota | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
University Of Minnesota - Morris offers campus housing for 1,022 of its 1,592 (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 | 1,099 | 902 | 82% | 358 | 40% |
| Men | 461 | 365 | 79% | 147 | 40% |
| Women | 636 | 536 | 84% | 210 | 39% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 570 | 680 |
| SAT Math | 560 | 680 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
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 | 16% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (800) 992-8863
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,721 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,721 |
| Room and board | $ 5,750 |
| Room charge | $ 2,730 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,020 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| 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)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (800) 992-8863
University Of Minnesota - Morris has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 38 | 19 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 23 | 22 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $70,104 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 23 | $55,567 | 17 | $54,022 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 26 | $42,485 | 24 | $42,627 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $43,957 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 68 | $53,641 | 45 | $47,637 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Basketball | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Track | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 15 | 25 | 40 |
| Basketball | 3 | 7 | 10 |
| Football | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| Baseball | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| All Other Sports | 2 | 18 | 20 |
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
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 mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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