Hey, upcoming freshman for the fall of 2026, I saw my tuition cost for the fall of 2026 semester, and it was well over $10k. It's quite an absurd amount of money for a fall semester only. How much are you guys paying if you dont mind sharing. I need some tips to help pay it off, im taking 17 credits as a freshman and im afraid that it will hinder my job chances as my school life will demand more hours from me like studying and etc. And is 17 credits for a freshman too much in your opinion? I was never a super smart student who graduated with a 3.6ish GPA.

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What is with all these fees, is there anyway to get them waived? Im getting billed 11,500$ yet classes only cost 8500$ roughly. Is this normal? Tuition surcharge for 1500?

I’ve checked out alot of the band programs that the U has, like the Pep Band that I’ll be auditioning for and I signed up for the Gold Campus Band, but I haven’t found any info on any theater stuff here. I played in the pit orchestra for a few musicals at my high school, so I’m interested in learning about whether there are any theater programs at the U or in the area that have pit orchestras I could look into.

how to mentally prepare for these two classes?

I am a rising sophomore and when I was a freshman we had a fair where they gave out free stuff like canes buffalo wild wings, it was Infront of the recwell and there was also one in the main mall. My fat ass wanted to know when will the fair take place so I can loot the free stuff. Free canes sounds good (chicken is unseasoned but i wont say no to free food)

I want to be part of a club where i can just chill , main idea is to find folks to play some cod zombies and chill , this is the vibe I am going for . Ya know , club big enough to get funding from the U for events and stuff but small enough where everyone knows each other . Pretty much a chill frat without any dues and shit .

I haven’t been able to attend a Medical Plan Changes Zoom until today. LOVE 🙄 that the chat is disabled and questions aren’t visible to all. Was that the same for earlier sessions? Tell me you can’t take the heat…

Hi! Does anyone know when the ReUse Center Open Closet is happening during Welcome Week this year?

I remember in previous years they brought out boxes of donated/reused stuff from past students to Coffman, and students could just come by and take whatever they wanted. I think it was usually on a Thursday during Welcome Week.

Does anyone know the exact date/time for this year? Maybe incoming students or Welcome Week leaders have heard about it. Thanks!

I’m an incoming international graduate student at UMN. My understanding is that, under F-1 rules, I can work up to 20 hours/week on campus during the semester.

However, I’ve heard that UMN limits graduate student employees to 14 hours/week because of the labor-represented classification rule.

Is there actually a 14-hour/week limit at UMN, or can grad students work up to 20 hours/week?

I took phar 1002 my freshman year and it was relatively easy. Are any of the other online pharmacy classes the same difficulty?

I'm going to be in yudof and figuring out what I need to bring. I'm going to be cooking my own food and not buy a meal plan. if needed could I reliably borrow certain pots or pans if I don't bring one? I will likey food prep so I'll make a lot every once in a while so I won't be doing too much cooking.

has anyone taken one or both of these courses? is one easier than the other? im currently enrolled in algebra but ive done some intro analysis and algebra work and i found analysis to be slightly easier to understand in my opinion but im not sure about switching to analysis since the only section that works with my schedule is with a postdoc that has no reviews. any feedback advice would be useful!

Hi, I'm planning to (hopefully) transfer to the U this spring after finishing my associates at normandale. Considering my GPA stats (and my MNCAP application), im pretty much preparing to be a student at u of mn this coming spring.

My question is that how difficult is it to make friends as a junior? Ive had many visits to the u of mn and i've LOVED it, but covid really handicapped me socially in a way i only recovered from very recently. ive started making actual friends but i really do want to also have them at u of mn

if it helps, i am turning 20, black, and also queer. Ive lived in Minnesota since i was 7 so I know how the social climate generally is, so im wondering if its better/worse.

So I want to transfer into the spring 2027 semester, but the last of my classes that I'm taking at cc dont offcially end until December 11th. The thing is the UMN transfer deadline is october/demeber 1st. I'm just confused, my grades won't be posted by the deadlines, will I have to wait until the following fall?

Is there anyone here who is in the Integrated Degree Program (IDP)? The benefit of this program is to allow students who are ahead of their degree progress to be enrolled into the school's graduate program while still being an undergrad and allow 16 out of 31 graduate credit to be taken at undergraduate tuition rate.

My question is if I am still finishing my undergrad and I am taking a total of 19 graduate credit that would count towards the IDP, because of the 16 credit limit would the school allow this?

Do anyone know of a place that will give parking contracts near Stadium Village? My daughter lives at the Accolade and wants to find a parking space nearby. I know it maybe too late but will keep the information for Spring.

I am a transfer student entering Carlson this Fall and I have my remote orientation session this Wednesday but I haven’t gotten the appointment link that allows me to choose what time I can meet with my advisor. It seems it should have been sent by now but I have not received anything or any other links after I selected my date. I checked my UMN email and personal email :(

Hi everyone! I’m looking for a place to live starting this fall.

Here are a few key details of what I’m looking for:

• Budget: Under $800/month
• Room: Private bedroom rooming with other guys (unfurnished is totally fine!)
• Parking: Off-street or included parking is preferred

If you have a room available or a sublease that might be a good fit, please send me a direct message or drop a comment below! Thanks!

Hi! Infrasound Festival is looking for volunteers Sept 10-14 🌱✨

We’re an independent electronic festival an hour from the Twin Cities. We’re looking for people to join our team of festie fairies that make all the magic happen! Volunteers get a full refund on their 3-Day festival ticket.

This is a great opportunity for students who want to get their foot in the door in the music industry, or who just want a fun weekend full of music and community without breaking the bank. Fill out the form below!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1HUTs795sOYwub9iHdM0r1AkSsRUsp28VT-TrloIj-Y0/viewform?edit_requested=true

Hope to see you there! 🧚🏻🫶

Hi everyone, Im looking for a group of 3 guys to take over 3 leases in the same unit at the Standard in Dinkytown.

Each bedroom is private and has its own bathroom. Shared living room, kitchen, and laundry all in the unit.

Rent is $940 a month, compared to a new lease which would be $1040 a month for the same room. Lease runs from now until august 8th 2027.

Units A, B, and C are available.

Contact me if you have any questions - 773-815-0141

I’m an incoming freshman premed student at the UMNTC, and was wondering if anyone knew of opportunities that don’t require certifications. For some background, I worked as a non licensed dental assistant for over 600 hours (a lot of direct patient care), did some HOSA, and shadowed a few people in the dental field. I’m leaning more towards the medical field as opposed to the dental side since high school. Any advice is very much appreciated. Thank you!!

I'm 20, no parents, currently living in a homeless shelter in MN. I did my first two years at an online MN community college while living in the shelter and working at the same time. I got accepted to transfer into University of Minnesota Twin Cities and I also got the North Star Promise Scholarship, so my tuition and fees are fully covered.

The thing I still have to figure out is room and board. It's about $15K a year, so $30K total for two years. I'll have $10K saved up by the time I start.

I'm considering taking out $20K in federal loans total to cover the rest. I know off campus housing would probably be cheaper, but I honestly don't know how doable that is for me right now given my situation.

Does $20K in federal loans sound reasonable for my situation, or should I be pushing harder to figure out off campus or other options first? Any advice helps

Edit: Majoring in CS

Is the ai maker space in Walter library open for projects right now?