Our close-knit community of faculty and staff are here to guide your son or daughter from freshman year all the way to graduation. We want you to be comfortable and confident in your son/daughter's educational experience at UMC. Visit campus or contact our Admissions Counselors to get your questions answered.

Recommended Timeline

Be sure your son/daughter is on-track with the University of Minnesota, Crookston’s recommended timeline.

September – February 1

Apply for admission. Merit scholarship funding is awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis determined by the Application for Admission. Students may apply after February 1, however scholarship availability will depend on funds available for students who apply for admission after February 1

January - March
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). While the federal government does not announce an official deadline, some federal financial aid programs, including grants, have limited funding and are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Also, completing the FAFSA early will assure that you receive a financial aid award packet estimate prior to May 1.

February 15

Apply for Specialty Scholarships before February 15. Students must be admitted before they are eligible to apply.

February - July

Financial aid award packets are sent to students. Students must approve award packages; instructions will be included with award packets.

March - July

Apply for Housing. Admitted students will be mailed housing contracts in late March. Students are encouraged to complete housing contracts as soon as possible to assure space is available.

March - August

A registration packet will be sent to admitted students beginning in March. At that time, students will choose a registration date and be guided through the process to register for fall classes.

August

Attend orientation and move into the residence halls!

Housing & Residential Life

Two residence halls and two apartment complexes provide coeducational on-campus housing for nearly 500 students. Several Resident Advisors (RA) in each of our residence halls help to guide our students through their first year on campus with safety tips, study advice, and encouraging them to get involved in on-campus activities.

All rooms on campus are furnished with extra-long twin beds, wardrobe and drawer space, desk, and chair for each student as well as phone service and computer access. Laundry facilities are also within each residence hall. Residential Life

All students living in a residence hall are required to purchase a meal plan through Dining Services. Detailed information can be found at http://www.umcrookston.edu/diningservices/.

Campus Safety

Security Services enforces state and university policies while assisting students, staff, and faculty. Officers are on duty directly on campus in addition to Campus Escorts. Campus Escorts are available to students, staff, and faculty 8 PM to 12 AM to escort them safely to buildings on campus or to their car. Security Services also strictly enforces Drug & Alcohol policies. (UMC does not permit alcohol on campus.)

Academic Assistance Center(AAC)

The Academic Assistance Center (AAC) is an excellent resource available for students to assist them in achieving their academic goals. The staff and center provide a variety of resources including free peer tutoring, free professional tutoring in five subjects, computer technology assistance, and computerized tutorials.  The AAC is also home to the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and Student Support Services (SSS).  SSS is a federally funded program and students enrolled in the program can benefit from additional assistance in completing financial aid forms as well as having free access to a number of social and cultural events facilitated through SSS throughout the year.  http://www.umcrookston.edu/Services/academicassist/index.htm.

Career & Counseling Services (CCS)

At UMC, our Career & Counseling Services department is a comprehensive unit with a mission to help our students succeed. Support services within CCS include career exploration; educational and personal counseling; Disability Services; Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Prevention and Education Services (ATOD); and Diversity and Multicultural Affairs. Visit http://ccs.umcrookston.edu for more detailed information on CCS.