Eligibility & Credit
Eligibility
Visiting international students must meet the following requirements:
- Be in good academic standing with at least one year of university-level coursework; gap year students will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Receive approval from your home university, if required
- Provide proof of academic proficiency in English
Note: Exchange student applications will not be considered without a nomination from their home institution.
Credit
As a GO Minnesota student, you will take 12–16 credits per semester.
If you are interested in transferring the credit back to your home institution, you must speak with your university's international office about the correct process. We recommend you confirm this before submitting your Undergraduate Semester application.
Upon completion of your program, you will receive an official University of Minnesota transcript that includes the classes, credits, and final grades you earned.
ESL Requirements
English Language Proficiency
You must meet the requirement on one of the following English language proficiency tests:
- TOEFL: 79 with writing subscore 21
- IELTS: 6.5 with writing subscore 6.5
- Minnesota Battery Test: 75 with writing subscore 83
- Duolingo: 110 with writing/literacy subscore 110
Other Accepted Tests
- Germany: DAAD B2 or C1; students will be tested upon arrival and may be required to take additional English language classes.
Program Dates
Fall Semester 2024
| Application Deadline | April 1, 2024 |
| Arrival Date | August 23–25, 2024 |
| Mandatory Orientation | August 29–30, 2024 |
| Semester Begins | September 3, 2024 |
| Thanksgiving Break (University closed) | November 28–29, 2024 |
| Final Exams | December 12–19, 2024 |
| Departure (last day to legally remain in the U.S.) | February 17, 2025 |
Note:
- Dates are subject to change.
- Some applicants may be asked to arrive before the date listed above if they require additional English testing or have other requirements.
- Late applications are considered on a space-available basis.
Costs
2024 Undergraduate Semester Fees
| Program Fee | one semester, 12-16 credits | $14,075 |
| University Fees | mandatory | $1,132 |
| International Health Insurance | mandatory | $1,795 |
| Housing and Meals (estimate) | based on double occupancy | $6,389 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $23,391 |
Fees, dates, and activities are subject to change.
Housing
University Housing
You have three different University housing options to choose from. They are all located close to classroom buildings, libraries, shopping, and recreational areas. Residents may participate in social, educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities, and benefit from the services, skills, and time of a committed on-site staff.
Radius Apartments
Radius is one of the newest on-campus housing options.
- Apartment-style accommodations
- Full kitchen and living room
- Private or shared bedroom
- Located near Dinkytown
Yudof Hall
Yudof is one of the most conveniently located on-campus housing options.
- Apartment-style accommodations
- Kitchenette and living room
- Private or shared bedroom
- Located near Coffman Memorial Union and Boynton Health Center
Centennial Hall
Centennial Hall offers a traditional U.S. dormitory experience.
- Single, double, or 3-person suite
- Shared bathrooms
- Meals provided in dining halls
- Located near Stadium Village
Off-Campus
You also have the option of living off-campus, giving you the freedom of selecting your own housing while also being close to all of the action. The Off-Campus Living office provides useful information for finding housing, including things to consider when searching for off-campus housing.
Apply
Deadlines
- Fall semester: April 1
- Spring semester: October 1
If the deadline falls on a weekend, materials are due the following Monday.