u of m, crookston viewbook

Small Campus. Big Degree.








2009-10 Viewbook

What’s Inside Become a Leader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Innovate with Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Explore through Learning and Research . . . . . 5

Secure the Career you want . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Academics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

U of M, Crookston at-a-glance . . . . . . . . . . . 16

get the personalized attention you deserve

The 16:1 student to faculty ratio ensures that dedicated faculty members know your name and are there to help you succeed.

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Be Supported

Take advantage of the following student services:z Academic Assistance Center z Career Services z Counseling Services z Disability Services z Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Services z Office of Residential Life z Diversity & Multicultural

Affairs z Tutoring labs









while earning your University of Minnesota degree

Become a LeaderTake your campus life beyond academics — have a great time, meet new people and broaden your experiences . The U of M, Crookston has more than 40 clubs and organizations on campus, NCAA Division II athletics and strong connections with industry professionals .

Find diversity in ideas and community

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Get involved in Golden Eagle athleticsBe a cheering fan or a student-athlete . The campus competes in NCAA Division II athletics in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) and the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) .

Campus Activitiesz Homecoming z Ag-Arama z Athletic events from 12 programs z W.O.W. – What’s On Wednesday z Hypnotists z Open Mic Nights z College Bowl z

Comedians z Mr. UMC Competition z Faculty/Staff vs. Student Showdown z Campus Fear Factor z

Intramural sports z Regal After Hours z

seek out new ideas and cultural understanding

Men’sBaseballBasketballFootball Golf

Women’sBasketballEquestrianGolfSoccerSoftballTennisVolleyball









Experience culture Over 300 study abroad options in 67 different countries Options to study, intern or volunteer abroad Diversity Week, international dinners and motivational speakers

International market comparisons

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Expand your global perspectiveMeet students from 35 states and 23 countries . Gain a true global perspective through study abroad options, cultural activities and classroom discussions .

seek out new ideas and cultural understanding

Discover excellence in exceptional teaching, research and service

master new technologies

At the original Laptop U You’re equipped with a laptop computer and have access to online degrees and courses . Technology is integrated into classroom teaching and project development; and your computer is a central part of your university and social life . With a campus-wide focus on technology, each area of study incorporates our distinctive e-learning environment into the educational experience .

80% of students say that the use of information technology in courses has improved their learning.

87% of students say that attending the U of M, Crookston helped them gain skills in using computers.

z WiFi 24 hours a day, 7 days a week z Simulations, games, video presentations

z Tech-savvy faculty, staff and peers z Hands-on

classroom activities z Worldwide

databases and online educational

resources z Competitive edge in

the job market z

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Promote innovation through discovery and critical thinking

Innovationsz A touch screen-based car computer z Local foods Interactive Web site z

Plant growth regulators z Rotifer sexual attraction and reproduction z Mustard bran feed for cattle z Horse stall bedding z Prairie conservation z Monarch migration z Reptile sex determination factors z Biodiesel z

Solar power z Robotics z Rich internet applications z Hydro energy storage z

Explore through Learning and ResearchAccess the resources of a world-class research institution . Get paid to design and conduct your own projects or work alongside talented faculty as they delve into new areas of study . Expand your educational potential with access to campus partner organizations that offer significant expertise in research, community outreach and regional economic development .

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gain research experience

You are at the center of learning with growth and leadership

learn by doing, shape your future

Secure the Career You WantWith a 98% job placement rate, most students find a job in their field of study within one year of graduation . Under the technology-driven, career-oriented approach, you graduate with an edge in the post-modern marketplace . You’ll be competitive in the global economy – whether in the job market or graduate school .

Get first-hand exposure to your career field through supervised on-the-job training experiences. Internships and volunteer opportunities are built into the coursework . You learn the material, apply it in the field and use it for life.

Internshipsz Altru Health System z

Microsoft Solutions z RiverView Health z Unisys z Target

Corporation z U.S. Forest Service z Minnesota Dept. of Natural

Resources z Voyageur’s National Park z Nature Conservancy z

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service z USDA Research Stations z

Plant pathology laboratories z Breed associations z Veterinary

hospitals z Dairy operations z Chamber of Commerce z

Pracs Institute z

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Student Center Rentals

z Kayak z Canoe z Card Table z Camping equipment z Ice Fishing House z Skis z Sleeping Bags z Walkie-Talkies z Hiking backpack z Compass z Tents z Snow shoes z And much more! z

Relax between classes; play pool, foosball, air hockey or ping pong; or sip a hot beverage from the Golden Eagle Grind. At the information desk at the U of M, Crookston student center, students can also check out rental equipment at very affordable rates for a day, a weekend, or a full week!

Our welcoming Student Center offers the traditional conveniences and is home to performances, billiards and the Golden Eagle Grind, our campus coffee shop .

AccountingAgricultural BusinessAgricultural Education+

Agricultural Science and Technology Education

Natural and Managed Environmental Education

Agricultural Systems ManagementBio-fuels and Renewable Energy

Technology Farm and Ranch ManagementPower and MachineryPrecision Agriculture

AgronomyAgronomic ScienceCrop Production

Animal SciencePre-Veterinary Medicine

Applied Health (B.A.H.)**Applied Studies

Respiratory CareAviation+

Agricultural AviationBusiness Management AviationLaw Enforcement AviationNatural Resources Aviation

BiologyBusiness Management

Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Management**Marketing

CommunicationComputer Software TechnologyCriminal JusticeEarly Childhood Education

Primary EducationProgram Management

Equine SciencePre-Veterinary Medicine

Golf and Turf ManagementHealth ManagementHealth Sciences (Pre-Professional)

Pre-Chiropractic ^Pre-Dentistry ^Pre-Medicine ^Pre-Nursing ^Pre-Occupational Therapy ^Pre-Pharmacy ^Pre-Physical Therapy ^

HorticultureEnvironmental LandscapingProduction HorticultureUrban Forestry

Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional ManagementFood Service AdministrationHotel and Restaurant

ManagementResort and Spa Management

Information Technology Management

Manufacturing Management (B.M.M.)**Quality Management

Natural ResourcesNatural Resources Law

EnforcementNatural Resources

ManagementPark ManagementWater Resource ManagementWildlife Management

Organizational Psychology Sport and Recreation

Management

MinorsAgricultural BusinessAgriculture Systems ManagementAgronomyAnimal ScienceBiologyBusiness ManagementCoachingCommunicationEquine ScienceHorticultureInformation Technology ManagementMusicPsychology

Program OptionAir Force ROTC

* All programs are Bachelor of Science unless otherwise noted

** Online option available+ Collaborative program with another institution

^ Study option only

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Academic Degree Programs*

Majors

Collegiate FFA z Agricultural Business B.S. z Agricultural Education B.S. z Agricultural Systems Management B.S. z Ag Industries Club z Ag Arama z Ag Activities Day z Agronomy B.S. z Agronomy Club z Animal Science B.S. z Animal Science Association z Dairy Club z Equine Science B.S. z Horseman’s Association z Rodeo Association z Barrel Bash z Delta Theta Sigma z Zeta of Clovia z Collegiate FFA z Agricultural Business B.S. z Agricultural Education B.S. z Agricultural Systems Management B.S. z Ag Industries Club z Ag Arama z Ag Activities Day z Agronomy B.S. z Agronomy Club z Animal Science B.S. z Animal Science Association z Dairy Club z Equine Science B.S. z Horseman’s Association z Rodeo Association z Barrel Bash z Delta Theta Sigma z Zeta of Clovia z Collegiate FFA z Agricultural Business B.S. z Agricultural Education B.S. z Agricultural Systems Management B.S. z Ag Industries Club z Ag Arama z Ag Activities Day z Agronomy B.S. z Agronomy Club z Animal Science B.S. z Animal Science Association z Dairy Club z Equine Science B.S. z Horseman’s Association z Rodeo Association z Barrel Bash z Delta Theta Sigma z Zeta of Clovia z

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Agriculture

ProgramsAgricultural Business

Sustainable Development

Agricultural Education+

Agricultural Science and Technology Education

Natural and Managed Environmental Education

Agricultural Systems Management

Bio-fuels and Renewable Energy Technology Farm and Ranch ManagementPower and MachineryPrecision Agriculture

AgronomyAgronomic ScienceCrop Production

Animal SciencePre-Veterinary Medicine

Equine SciencePre-Veterinary Medicine

+ Collaborative program with another institution

Become a leader in agriculture while sustaining the environment and using technology to enhance production.

Intern with nationwide industry partners, such as Agriliance, Bayer, Dow, DuPont, Pioneer, and John Deere Inc.

Compete on award winning collegiate judging teams, including crops, livestock, dairy, and horse

Be part of the only collegiate FFA chapter in Minnesota, and receive the prestigious American FFA Degree

Conduct research projects such as using mustard bran in dairy cattle feed, bio-fuels technology, and energy conservation

Gain entry to a College of Veterinarian Medicine through our Pre-Vet programs

Study Equine Science in our multi million dollar, award winning Equestrian Center

Vaccinate, D-worm, and palpate livestock; and diagnose conditions and use ultra sound equipment in class

Faculty SpotlightThe research of Harouna Maiga, Ph.D., has shown that mustard bran is a cost-effective and nutritious alternative to corn for dairy cattle.

Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Psychology B.A.S. z Applied Studies B.S. z

ProgramsApplied Studies

Respiratory Care

Communication

Criminal Justice

Early Childhood EducationPrimary EducationProgram Management

Organizational Psychology

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Faculty SpotlightAssistant Professor Rachel McCoppin, Ph.D., appreciates the beauty and intrinsic value of a small college campus located in a rural setting. Her love for the outdoors makes the University of Minnesota, Crookston a perfect fit for this communication professor.

Gain an understanding of individual and social behavior.

Be imaginative working with children

Host the campus radio broadcast Insight

Find your creative self through pen and paper

Tailor fit courses to your interest with the organizational communication degree

Hone your teaching skills in the state-of-art Early Childhood Development Center

Project manage special events and campus activities as a member of the Communication Club or S.P.A.C.E. — Student Programming and Activities for Campus Entertainment

Support Tours for Tots on campus when some 800 children ages 3 and up explore the world of agriculture and farm animals

Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z Criminal Justice z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Organizational Psychology z Applied Studies B.S. z Communication B.S. z Communication Club z z Early Childhood Education B.S. z Early Childhood Club z Psychology B.A.S. z Applied Studies B.S. z

Accounting B.S. z Business Management B.S. z Students In Free Enterprise z Business Activities Day z Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management B.S. z Hospitality Association z Manufacturing Management B.S. z Sport and Recreation Management B.S. z Sport and Recreation Management Club z Accounting B.S. z Business Management B.S. z Students In Free Enterprise z Business Activities Day z Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management B.S. z Hospitality Association z Manufacturing Management B.S. z Sport and Recreation Management B.S. z Sport and Recreation Management Club z Accounting B.S. z Business Management B.S. z Students In Free Enterprise z Business Activities Day z Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management B.S. z Hospitality Association z Manufacturing Management B.S. z Sport and Recreation Management B.S. z Sport and Recreation Management Club z Accounting B.S. z Business Management B.S. z Students In Free Enterprise z Business Activities Day z Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management B.S. z Hospitality Association*Manufacturing Management B.S. z Sport and Recreation

ProgramsAccounting

Business ManagementBusiness Aviation+

Entrepreneurship & Small Business Mgmt .

Management**Marketing

Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management

Food Service AdministrationHotel and Restaurant ManagementResort and Spa Management


Manufacturing Management (B.M.M.)**

Quality Management

Sport and Recreation Management

** Online option available+ Collaborative program with another institution

Recognize and understand entrepreneurship in the community, the region, the nation and the world.

Be a Regional Champion in Students In Free Enterprise

Manage the annual Job and Internship Fair on campus

Earn your pilot’s license and manage transportation for your business

Advise the Timberwolves and regional organizations in promotional competitions

Operate the student run Golden Eagle Grind or Golden Eagle Mix radio on campus for first-hand experience in running a small business

Conduct assessments and develop business plans for regional businesses and organizations

Intern with the NCAA or Golden Eagle athletics

Compete at the Marketplace for Entrepreneurs

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Student SpotlightSIFE is a global non-profit organization active in more than 40 countries. SIFE students work in partnership with business and higher education where they are challenged to develop community outreach projects that demonstrate SIFE’s seven education topics: Free Market Economics, Personal Success Skills, Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy, Business Ethics, Sustainability, and Environmental Sustainability.

Business

Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter z Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter z Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter z Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter * Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter * Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Math, Science & Technology

ProgramsApplied Health (B.A.H.)**

Biology

Computer Software Technology

Health Management

Health Sciences (Pre-Professional)

Pre-Chiropractic ̂Pre-Dentistry ̂Pre-Medicine ̂Pre-Nursing ̂Pre-Occupational Therapy ̂Pre-Pharmacy ̂Pre-Physical Therapy ̂


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Challenge yourself while learning to thrive within the ever-changing realms of technology, math and health science.

Learn in a host community for the Northwest Minnesota Area Health Education Center (AHEC) network and Minnesota Rural Health Association

Work alongside faculty whose work will help determine the worldwide impact of global warming and climate change

Get a two-telescope, robotic and synchronized view of extrasolar planet observations and deep space

Intern at the Computer Help Desk or the Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology

Develop dynamic Web components and content for the University, local businesses and organizations

Engineer curriculum and presentations for GameDesign Camp, where high school students explore the virtual world of video gaming

Gain experience in grassroots policy making in rural broadband at the Technology Expo

Faculty SpotlightAssociate Biology Professor Pam Elf, Ph.D., works with reptile species that have their sex determined by temperature while in the embryonic stage. Through her work, Elf is pinpointing exactly what makes reptiles male or female. Her work will be used to, among other things, help determine the worldwide impact of global warming and climate change.

** Online option available ^ Study option only

Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter z Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter z Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter z Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter * Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health Management B.S. z Health Sciences B.S. z Information Technology Management B.S. z IT Professionals z IEEE Student Chapter * Applied Health B.A.H. z Biology B.S. z Computer Software Technology B.S. z Health

Aviation B.S. z Alpha Eta Rho z Criminal Justice B.S. z Golf and Turf Management B.S. z Turf Club z Horticulture B.S. z Horticulture Club z Natural Resources B.S. z Wildlife Society z Natural Resources Club z Sportsman’s Club z Aviation B.S. z Alpha Eta Rho z Criminal Justice B.S. z Golf and Turf Management B.S. z Turf Club z Horticulture B.S. z Horticulture Club z Natural Resources B.S. z Wildlife Society z Natural Resources Club z Sportsman’s Club z Aviation B.S. z Alpha Eta Rho z Criminal Justice B.S. z Golf and Turf Management B.S. z Turf Club z Horticulture B.S. z Horticulture Club z Natural Resources B.S. z Wildlife Society z Natural Resources Club z Sportsman’s Club z Aviation B.S. z Alpha Eta Rho z Criminal Justice B.S. z Golf and Turf Management B.S. z Turf Club z Horticulture B.S. z Horticulture Club z Natural Resources B.S. z Wildlife Society z Natural Resources Club z Sportsman’s Club z Aviation B.S. z Alpha Eta Rho z Criminal Justice B.S. z Golf and Turf Management B.S. z Turf Club z Horticulture B.S. z Horticulture Club z Natural Resources B.S. z Wildlife Society z Natural Resources Club z Sportsman’s Club z Aviation B.S. z Alpha Eta Rho z Natural Resources

ProgramsAviation+

Agricultural AviationBusiness Management AviationLaw Enforcement Aviation Natural Resources Aviation

Golf and Turf Management

HorticultureEnvironmental LandscapingProduction HorticultureUrban Forestry

Natural ResourcesNatural Resources Law EnforcementNatural Resources ManagementPark ManagementWater Resource ManagementWildlife Management

Take a hands-on approach to conservation, golf and turf management, horticulture, and aviation.

Band ducks at the Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge

Hone skills in state-of-the-art greenhouses and design and implement landscape projects

Maintain and sustain the “Nature Nook”– a campus biome and horticultural demonstration area

Fly a plane and conduct a wildlife population census from the air

Achieve top honors and network with professionals at wildlife, horticulture and conservation conferences

Plant trees for the U.S. Forest Service

Organize wildlife management and research projects at the Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuge

Explore the tree care industry using urban forestry techniques

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Student SpotlightHolly Sandberg, Rochert, MN, a 2009 Water Resource Management graduate of the University of Minnesota, Crookston, received the 2009 Student Conservationist Scholarship Award from the Minnesota Chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society. This marks the sixth time in the last eight years that a U of M, Crookston student has received this prestigious award.

Explore Northwestern Minnesota

Get to know the U of M, Crookston’s spacious 237-acre campus, located on the edge of Crookston, Minn., in the fertile Red River Valley in Northwest Minnesota. The campus is connected to the community by a walking/bike path for easy jaunts to historic downtown . Outdoor activities abound: hunting, fishing, cross-country skiing, bird watching and even canoeing .

Enjoy this scenic and safe region: Crookston is just 24 miles from the communities of East Grand Forks, Minn ., and Grand Forks, North Dakota, which has a combined metro population of more than 95,000 . The regional hub includes major shopping malls, department stores, the Grand Forks International Airport and alternative dining and entertainment options . Winnipeg, Canada, an international visitor destination, is 170 miles from campus . Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in Crookston, Minn ., with bustling cities just a quick drive away .

“The University of Minnesota, Crookston is located where the prairie meets the forest and is defined by its many lakes and rivers. The Glacial Ridge Project, the largest prairie and wetland restoration in North America, is just 10 miles to the east. From an outdoors perspective, you might say ‘we’re in the middle of everywhere!’ ”

— Dan Svedarsky, Ph.D., Professor of Natural Resources, Director, Center for Sustainability

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z Population 8,200 z Incorporated in 1879 z Annual events like Winter Wonderland, summer’s Ox Cart Days and fall’s King of Trails Marketplace z Ice Buster Daze z 19 parks z Historic Widman’s Candy Shop z Grand Theatre z Rydell

National Wildlife Refuge z Itasca State Park z Old Crossing Treaty (Huot) Park z Agassiz Environmental Learning Center z Two indoor skating arenas z Indoor community swimming

pool z Softball diamonds z Tennis Courts z Twelve-lane bowling z Nine-hole golf course z

Weekday VisitsIndividual campus visits are offered Monday thru Friday .

Meet with an admissions counselor Tour campus with a current student Meet with a professor in your area of interest

Weekend VisitsThe U of M, Crookston offers special weekend visits throughout the year including Preview Days and Campus Camp-Ins . Visit our Web site to learn about the next upcoming weekend visit .

To arrange your visit to the U of M, Crookston, call 1-800-862-6466 or visit www.UMCrookston.edu/visit

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Visit the U of M, Crookston

U of M, Crookston At-a-glanceThe University of Minnesota, Crookston aspires to educate exceptional students, foster and recognize exceptional faculty and staff, strengthen an exceptional organization and promote exceptional innovation .

Student-to-Faculty ratio 16:1

Campus 37 buildings on 237 acres

Recent additions and improvementsKiehle Auditorium & Building (2002) Student Center (2005) Centennial Hall (2006) Ed Widseth Field upgrades (2007) Lysaker Gym floor (2007)Evergreen Hall (2009)

Undergraduate population Total: 1207 degree-seekingAfrican American . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 .5%American Indian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 .8%Asian/Pacific . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 .5%Chicano/Latino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 .3%White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 .0%International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 .4%Not reported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 .5%

Degrees 26 bachelor’s programs50 concentration areas12 minors

Geographic representation 34% from out-of-state 35 states and 23 countries represented

On-campus housing4 residence halls81% of first-year freshmen live on campus

Accreditation Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools .

Class size 55% of classes have fewer than 19 students80% have fewer than 29 students

Career placement 98% of graduates gain employment or admission into graduate school within 1 year of graduation

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Freshman Merit Scholarships

Award Amount Eligibility

The Achievement Scholar $2,000 ($1,000/year for 2 years)

Incoming freshman who has scored a 21 or 22 on the ACT and has earned a

3.25 high school GPA

The Merriam Legacy Scholar

$4,000 ($2,000/year for 2 years)



The Distinguished Scholar $6,000 ($3,000/year for 2 years)



The Chancellor Scholar $8,000 ($4,000/year for 2 years)

Incoming freshman who has scored a 27, 28 or 29 on the ACT and has

earned a 3.25 high school GPA

The Presidential Scholar $20,000 ($5,000/year for 4 years)

Incoming freshman who has scored a 30 or higher on the ACT and has

earned a 3.25 high school GPAFreshman merit scholarships, starting with Spring 2010 admits, are renewable with a 3.30 cumulative GPA maintained in college.

Merit ScholarshipsStudents are awarded the appropriate scholarship from their Application for Admission . No separate scholarship application is required . Students must be enrolled full-time (12 credits) to receive merit scholarships .

Transfer Scholarships

Award Amount Eligibility

Transfer Distinguished $2,000 ($1,000/year for 2 years)

Incoming transfer with a 3.25 – 3.49 cumulative college GPA

Transfer Chancellor $3,000 ($1,500/year for 2 years)


Transfer Presidential $4,000 ($2,000/year for 2 years)


Starting with Spring 2010 admits, Transfer scholarships are renewable for a second year if recipient successfully completes 24 credits at the U of M, Crookston and earns a cumulative 3.30 GPA.

Specialty ScholarshipsThe U of M, Crookston has over 300 specialty scholarships available to students made possible by donors . The scholarships are awarded to students based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, community involvement, leadership, service and legacy . Specialty scholarships require a separate application due February 15 .

Students must apply for admission and be accepted before they are able to apply for specialty scholarships. Admitted students will receive detailed instructions on the scholarship application process.

2009-2010*

Expense MN, National, & International

Tuition & Fees (based on flat-rate for 13 credits or more) $10,006

Room and Board (based on Skyberg Hall & 19 meals/week)

$6,248

TOTAL $16,254

Note: Required fees include University fee ($1,200), student services fee ($400), and technology fee ($1,000). Estimated costs are subject to change, please check Web site for current cost.* U of M, Crookston does noT charge out-of-state tuition or international student tuition.

Estimated Cost of Attendance

Recommended TimelineSeptember Apply for admissionJanuary Apply for Specialty ScholarshipsFebruary Apply for Financial AidFebruary 1 Recommended deadline to apply for admission*February 15 Deadline to apply for Specialty ScholarshipsMarch 1 Recommended deadline to apply for financial aidMarch Select a date to registerMarch Apply for on-campus housingMay Register for classesJune Send Crookston your final high school transcripts

* Students may still apply for admission after February 1. However, to be eligible to apply for Specialty Scholarships, students must be admitted to the Crooskton campus prior to February 1.

Online OptionsEarn your University of Minnesota degree online through the Crookston campus . Interact with instructors and other students virtually and set the time, place and pace that you want to learn . For more details, visit www .UMCrookston .edu/online or call 1-800-862-6466 x 8681.

Online Degrees:

Applied Health Applied Studies Business Management Manufacturing Management

The University of Minnesota, Crookston Online is a partner of the University of Minnesota Digital Campus: www .digitalcampus .umn .edu .

Air Force ROTCU of M, Crookston students may participate in the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps program . Upon completion of the AFROTC curriculum and graduation from the U of M, Crookston, students are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U .S . Air Force .The program is conducted by North Dakota State University faculty on the University of North Dakota campus, located 25 miles from the U of M, Crookston .

Office of Admissions 218-281-85691-800-862-6466UMCinfo@umn .edu www .umcrookston .edu/visit

Center for Adult Learning218-281-8681umcrookston .edu/onlinewww .umcrookston .edu/cal

Disability Services218-281-8587www .UMCrookston .edu/ccs/

disability/index .htm

Financial Aid218-281-8020FA@umn .eduwww.umcrookston.edu/financialaid

Free Application for Federal Student Aidwww .fafsa .ed .gov

Golden Eagle Athletics218-281-8423www .goldeneaglesports .com

International Programs218-281-8350Internationalprograms@umn .eduwww .umcrookston .edu/

internationalstudents

Residential Life & Security Services218-281-8531www .umcrookston .edu/services/

reslife

Student Experience & Parent Coordinator218-281-8527www .umcrookston .edu/fye

The University of Minnesota, founded in the belief that all people are enriched by understanding, is dedicated to the advancement of learning and the search for truth; to the sharing of this knowledge through education for a diverse community; and to the application of this knowledge to benefit the people of the state, the nation and the world.

The University’s mission, carried out on multiple campuses and throughout the state, is threefold:

Research and Discovery—Generate and preserve knowledge, understanding and creativity by conducting high-quality research, scholarship and artistic activity that benefit students, scholars and communities across the state, the nation and the world.

Teaching and Learning—Share that knowledge, understanding and creativity by providing a broad range of educational programs in a strong and diverse community of learners and teachers, and prepare graduate, professional and undergraduate students, as well as non-degree-seeking students interested in continuing education and lifelong learning, for active roles in a multiracial and multicultural world.

Outreach and Public Service—Extend, apply and exchange knowledge between the University and society by applying scholarly expertise to community problems, by helping organizations and individuals respond to their changing environments, and by making the knowledge and resources created and preserved at the University accessible to the citizens of the state, the nation and the world.

In all of its activities, the University strives to sustain an open exchange of ideas in an environment that embodies the values of academic freedom, responsibility, integrity and cooperation; that provides an atmosphere of mutual respect, free from racism, sexism and other forms of prejudice and intolerance; that assists individuals, institutions and communities in responding to a continuously changing world; that is conscious of and responsive to the needs of the many communities it is committed to serving; that creates and supports partnerships within the University, with other educational systems and institutions, and with communities to achieve common goals; and that inspires, sets high expectations for and empowers the individuals within its community.

“personalize your experience” with an individual visit at www.umcrookston.edu/visitAt UMC, we customize your campus visit to give you the best feel for campus life . You’ll experience the one-on-one attention our students receive from the moment you walk in the door .

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