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University of Minnesota-Crookston

Crookston, MN·Public·1,650 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,650 students.

58%
Accept
1,650
Students
$10,874
Net Price
50%
Grad Rate
$49,100
Earnings
10 yr
$12,500
Debt

About This School

University of Minnesota-Crookston is a public institution located in Crookston, Minnesota with approximately 1,650 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Minnesota-Crookston has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 58%. The average net price after financial aid is $10,874 per year. The graduation rate is 50%, and the typical graduate earns $49,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Minnesota Crookston (UMN–Crookston) is a public college in Crookston, Minnesota, United States. One of five campuses in the University of Minnesota system, UMN Crookston had a fall 2022 enrollment of 1,489 undergraduate students. Students come from 20 countries and 40 states.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $10,874 average net price and low median debt of $12,500 make this one of the more affordable paths to a University of Minnesota degree, and the regional agriculture, business, and technology programs have real practical value. That said, the 50% graduation rate is a genuine concern — only half of students who start here finish, which is worth asking the school to explain directly. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small campus (under 1,700 students), want the UM system name without the Twin Cities price tag, and have a clear plan to stay on track toward completion.

Founded
1905
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing47%
Health Professions12%
Communications6%
Education4%
English4%
Engineering1%
Biological Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$13,120
Out-of-State Tuition
$13,120
Avg Net Price
$10,874
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants19%
Median debt at graduation$12,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
50%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
77%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$49,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$42,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$49,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.9x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White71%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,650 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Minnesota-Crookston

2900 University Ave

Crookston, MN 56716-5001

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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