Find your place. Build your future.

First-year students bring fresh ideas, big goals, and the drive to build something meaningful. At UMN Crookston, you’ll find a welcoming community of students and faculty ready to support you, challenge you, and celebrate your successes.

Small Campus. Big Degree. The Best of Both Worlds. This means you'll feel right at home from day one, with professors who know your name, classmates who become friends, and plenty of ways to get involved on campus. At the same time, you’ll have access to a wide range of programs, resources, and opportunities that prepare you for meaningful careers and life beyond college. It’s the perfect balance: a close-knit community where you can grow, explore your passions, and try new things, paired with the recognition and reach of a University of Minnesota degree that opens doors everywhere.

Life in Crookston, Minnesota is full of opportunity and adventure. With hands-on learning, a global perspective, and an entrepreneurial spirit, UMN Crookston is the perfect place to explore your passions, grow your skills, and start building the future and career you want.

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Application Deadlines
  • On-campus and Online Students

    • May 15, 2026 - Summer 2026 Deadline
    • August 1, 2026 - Fall 2026 Deadline
    • December 15, 2026 - Spring 2027 Deadline
  • International Students

    • November 1, 2025 - Spring 2026 Deadline
    • June 1, 2026 - Fall 2026 Deadline

 

FOUR PEOPLE. ONE GOAL.

Advisor + Faculty + Community Advisor + You = Your Success Team

College is about more than just learning how to study for an exam or getting that diploma. It's about preparing and helping you learn the skills that will help you succeed both in and outside the classroom. Yes, we will help you to become academically successful by providing tips and tricks  on study strategies, note-taking, goal setting, but also those about physical wellness and emotional health. We are preparing you to have both the academics required for a future job but also the soft skills that every employer is looking for.

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FIRST-GEN FORWARD DESIGNATION

National Honor for Commitment to First-generation Student Success

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QUESTIONS?

We have answers for first-year students on our Frequently Asked Questions page.

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ALREADY ACCEPTED?

Visit our Admitted Student page for more details on your next steps to becoming a Golden Eagle!

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