University of Minnesota-Crookston
About
The University of Minnesota Crookston is highly regarded for its hands-on, experiential learning approach, boasting particularly strong, career-ready programs in agriculture, natural resources, business, and equine science. On campus, students experience a tight-knit and supportive community where they receive personalized mentorship from faculty and can engage in NCAA Division II athletics, undergraduate research, and active student clubs. What truly sets this campus apart is its distinctive legacy as a pioneer in educational technology—which includes providing a laptop to every on-campus student—allowing undergraduates to earn a prestigious University of Minnesota degree in a highly personalized, supportive, and small-town setting.
Wikipedia: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.
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University of Minnesota-Crookston accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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