Outcome figures are institution wide, from the US Department of Education College Scorecard.
GRENot required
English test (TOEFL or IELTS)Required
Non-native English speakers must submit a non-expired TOEFL or IELTS score (taken within two years of program start); TA positions require TOEFL speaking 23+ (before January 21, 2026) or 4.5+ after January 21, or IELTS speaking 7+, plus meeting the university's operational standard
Minimum GPARequired
No minimum GPA to be eligible to apply; must demonstrate ability to maintain a 3.45 GPA or greater GPA or equivalent
Recommendation lettersNot stated
Prior degreeRequired
Bachelor's (four year or equivalent undergraduate degree); a previous Master's degree is not required
Statement of purposeRequired
“December 15: Ph.D. application deadline to be considered for fellowships for fall. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CST. January 5: Application deadline for fall”
“We do not require or accept GRE scores as part of the application process.”
“A candidate must have a demonstrated ability to maintain a 3.45 GPA or greater (There is no minimum GPA requirement to be eligible to apply.”
Extracted from cse.umn.edu (opens in new tab) · latest recorded check 2026-09-05
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