More than 1,800 international students study at our 17 colleges and universities — this includes 39% of the freshmen who come to Minnesota institutions. Our small and medium-sized campuses provide an excellent education in a variety of settings.

Why choose a private institution in Minnesota?

• Choice: Our 17 institutions offer a large variety of majors & degrees.
• Quality: Our schools provide high quality education. Students at our smaller residential campuses receive personal attention and have frequent contact with professors.
• Student life: Students have abundant opportunities to get involved in on- and off-campus activities and organizations.
• Location: Minnesota — known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes — has natural beauty, four distinct seasons and many recreational and cultural opportunities.
• Economy: Minnesota is thriving. It is home to 5 million people (3 million in the Twin Cities area) and numerous Fortune 500 companies.
• People: Minnesotans are known for being friendly and welcoming. Students will also interact with people and cultures from around the world.
• Career: Students have a variety of internship and networking opportunities. The value of a degree from Minnesota's Private Colleges will help advance graduates’ careers.

About our colleges

• Request information from any of our colleges
• Visit the international student admission websites at our colleges
• Diversity facts about our colleges

About Minnesota

• Find out more about Minnesota at Explore Minnesota and Wikipedia.
• See what the Twin Cities area has to offer at Minneapolis Saint Paul More to Life.