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University Of Minnesota-Morris
School Notes Overview:
The University of Minnesota, Morris (UMM) is recognized as one of the best public liberal arts colleges in the nation because of its instructional excellence, its commitment to research, its numerous extracurricular programs and services, and its strong sense of community. UMM provides undergraduate students with the resources of the University of Minnesota, yet it is a small personal school where students can shape their own education. The campus serves undergraduate students from Minnesota, and across the nation, and is a highly valued educational resource and cultural center for residents of West Central Minnesota.
School Overview:
 
County Stevens County, MN
Title IV Eligible Yes
Carnegie Classification Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges I
Institution Level 4 or more years
Institution Control Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 1,530 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 154 students
Total Enrollment 1,684 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 1,022 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 93 %
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 42 %
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,676
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 38%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $3,183
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 79%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $3,931
% Students Receiving Loans 62%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $6,595
School Notes:
  • University of Minnesota, Morris (UMM) has a unique mission and offers the best of both in the world of higher education—a small, close-knit campus complemented by the power of a world-renowned research University system.
  • UMM offers outstanding academic programs in support of its mission to provide an exceptional liberal arts education. Thirty majors from a variety of disciplines are organized, in part, into four divisions: Education, Humanities, Science & Mathematics, and the Social Sciences.We offer 30 majors from among various disciplines which are organized, in part, into 4 divisions: Education, the Humanities, Science & Mathematics, and the Social Sciences. Each division has an office and an administrator, the division chair.
  • Enrolling at UMM means becomming part of a vibrant student body. Through over 100 clubs, activities and events and a wide array of sports and recreation options. UMM students are deeply involved in campus life throughout the academic year. Add to this the roster of guest speakers, workshops, and special events, and you get a rich student experience that rivals that of any school.
  • UMM offers a variety of study abroad opportunities for beginning languages students and advanced travelers alike. There are programs in over 50 countries on five continents. Popular student destinations include Australia, Brazil, China, Czech Republic, England, France, Greece, Italy, South Korea, New Zealand, The Netherlands, and Thailand. Profile last updated: 10/02/2009.
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  • Wind-STEP program encourages interest in science and math careers (Indian Country Today)
    posted on July 20, 2010 at 03:53:06 pm
    MORRIS, Minn. – Nine American Indian high school students converged on the Morris campus in June to participate in the first University of Minnesota, Morris Wind-STEP Program, a learning and research opportunity. The Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Talent Expansion (STEP) Program seeks to encourage American Indian students to pursue degrees and careers in science, technology ...
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    posted on July 20, 2010 at 10:03:38 am
    The Maple Grove Ambassador Program has kicked-off the 2010 Candidate Experience in May with 19 candidates. These candidates participate in a variety of events from May through Maple Grove Days in July, and through this experience gain a greater knowledge of the community while growing both personally and professionally.
  • What does Iranian scientist's case mean for jailed U.S. hikers? (MinnPost)
    posted on July 19, 2010 at 04:37:29 pm
    What does Iranian scientist's case mean for jailed U.S. hikers? By Sharon Schmickle | Monday, July 19, 2010 If it is true that the Iranian scientist who undefected was a double agent, that is not good news for three American hikers — including a Minnesotan — jailed in Iran.
  • Letters to the editor: 7/14/2010 (Daily Illini)
    posted on July 16, 2010 at 09:26:26 pm
    At issue: The firing of UI adjunct professor Kenneth Howell has inspired debate on our campus and around the country. Below are a few of the letters to the editor recently sent to The Daily Illni.
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