UMN Engineering acceptance rate: How competitive?

Hi guys! I'm applying to engineering programs and the University of Minnesota's got my attention. I'm wondering if anyone here knows how competitive the engineering program is at UMN? What's the acceptance rate like? Thanks in advance!

Hi there! The University of Minnesota (UMN) College of Science and Engineering is a solid choice for aspiring engineering students.

In terms of competitiveness, UMN does not officially release acceptance rates for particular colleges, but the school's overall rate is around 75%. Since engineering at UMN is well-regarded, the rate is likely lower, potentially in the 50-60% range, although that is just an estimate.

Rather than stressing too much about the exact acceptance rate, to improve your chances of admission into UMN's engineering program, you should maintain a strong academic profile, including a high GPA along with rigorous coursework and high SAT/ACT scores. Although UMN is officially test-optional, when applying to more competitive programs like engineering, submitting a test score is generally a good idea. You can read more about how to navigate test-optional policies on CollegeVine's blog: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional/

Additionally, highlighting your passion for engineering through extracurricular activities and a well-crafted personal statement can make your application stand out to the admissions team. CollegeVine's blog also contains guidance on how to tackle UMN's school-specific supplemental essays: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-university-of-minnesota-twin-cities-essays

Finally, if you're looking for ways to pursue your passion for engineering while still in high school, check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which lists a range of engineering-related summer programs for high schoolers: https://blog.collegevine.com/high-school-engineering-summer-programs/. Participating in one could give you a boost during the college process as well, as admissions officers love to see that you're taking initiative and exploring your interests outside of the classroom!

Good luck with your application process!