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University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Men's Swimming and Diving

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (Minnesota) · Minneapolis, Minnesota · Public university

Acceptance rate80%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate85%finish within six years
Undergraduates56,666Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Men's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at University of Minnesota, Twin Cities who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of Minnesota, Twin Cities competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Ten Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
gophersports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1300–1500
ACTMiddle 50%: 26–31

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

AccountingAerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black StudiesAgricultural Business and Management, OtherAgricultural EngineeringAgricultural Teacher EducationAmerican Indian/Native American Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
85% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Minnesota residents$15,148
Out-of-state tuition$36,296
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,209
Campus

Where it is

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities in Minneapolis.

Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
twin-cities.umn
Overview

About University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Men's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (Minnesota) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Big Ten Conference. The program has 7 coaches on staff, led by the Head Diving Coach. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is a large public school in Minneapolis, Minnesota with 56,666 undergraduates, a 80% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,209 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Men's Swimming and Diving

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Maddy Olson, the Senior Associate Head Coach and Zach Mertens, the Associate Head Coach. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities has 7 coaches for Men's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so the coach can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Minnesota, Twin Cities typically score 1300–1500 on the SAT and 26–31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of Minnesota, Twin Cities D1?

Yes. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Big Ten Conference.

Is University of Minnesota, Twin Cities public or private?

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is a public school in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

What conference is University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Men's Swimming and Diving in?

The Big Ten Conference.

Does University of Minnesota, Twin Cities offer athletic scholarships for Men's Swimming and Diving?

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Men's Swimming and Diving have?

7 coaches, led by the Head Diving Coach.

How much does University of Minnesota, Twin Cities cost?

In-state tuition is $15,148 and out-of-state tuition is $36,296 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,209.

What is the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities acceptance rate?

80% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Minnesota, Twin Cities?

Admitted students typically score 1300–1500 on the SAT and 26–31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Men's Swimming and Diving coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.