University of Minnesota campus
Minneapolis, United States
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University of Minnesota

Minneapolis·university
Scholarship available

#168

QS Rank

$30,000

Tuition/yr

69,089

Enrollment

14:1

Student:Faculty

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is a comprehensive public research university with strength across engineering, medicine, business, and sciences. Located in Minneapolis-St. Paul, a thriving tech and healthcare hub, UMN emphasizes research excellence and practical learning. The university is particularly renowned for medical and health sciences programs, with strong partnerships with Mayo Clinic and other leading institutions. UMN provides excellent resources for undergraduate research and internship opportunities across diverse industries. The university's commitment to student success and a collaborative community environment support international student integration.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#168
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#58
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#30
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#55

Campus & Location

Province

MN

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 1,100–1,900/mo | Food: USD 390–620/mo | Major Midwest city; strong healthcare and finance sectors. Significant Nepali community.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-29 · Source: https://twin-cities.umn.edu. Information may change — verify with University of Minnesota’s official website before applying.