UMM Value Piece

A remarkable, bankable education.

“You really can go anywhere with a Morris liberal arts education.

I have advanced in my career because of how I learned to think at Morris. The ‘Morris’ name opens doors, too. People know it as the place for students who are serious about learning.”

Jeff Ulrich ’95 physics and computer science

A Morris liberal arts experience is something you can build on for life.

Whether you go on to a graduate program, professional school, or the job market, you’ll be seen as well-rounded and ready-to-go.

That’s more than a good value: it’s an education that’s renewable and sustainable. What’s more, Morris is listed as a “Best College”

by U.S. News and World Report and Forbes. And it’s why Morris is a destination for students who are ready to think, create, and act.

Tuition and costs If you’re looking for a comprehensive breakdown of your cost per year, the table below will help. Because of the Morris tuition structure, when students take more than 13 credits in a semester, all of the additional

credits are free. And since many Morris students take an average of 15 credits per semester in order to graduate in four years, that means two free credits a semester. Who doesn’t love that?

2010–2011 Academic Year Tuition:*

$9,482

Fees:

$2,050

Committed to making a high-quality liberal arts education available to students around the globe,

Housing:

$3,290

the University of Minnesota, Morris charges residents and non-residents the same tuition. This

Meal Plan:

$3,760

tuition policy saves non-Minnesota residents $9,500 per year.

Total:*

$18,582 per year

* Due to a reciprocity agreement, Wisconsin residents who are enrolled full-time and apply for reciprocity will receive a grant from the Wisconsin Reciprocity Supplement Program.

The financial aid process The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a standardized method of determining your eligibility for financial assistance and is the only application necessary when applying for financial aid at Morris.

To be eligible for our competitive academic

After submitting your FAFSA, the Federal

scholarships, your Application for Admission

Student Aid Program will send you a Student

and Competitive Scholarships must be

Aid Report (SAR) electronically or through

postmarked by December 15.

the mail. Check your SAR carefully for

Submit your FAFSA by March 1 for priority consideration. Be certain to indicate the University of Minnesota, Morris (federal school code 002389) in the college release

accuracy and keep it for your records. Make any necessary changes to the SAR online at fafsa.ed.gov or through the mail.

After the results from your FAFSA and

section. FAFSA forms are available online

confirmation of your admission are received,

at fafsa.ed.gov or by calling 800-433-3243.

the Morris Financial Aid Office will send a Financial Aid Award Notification detailing the types and amounts of scholarships, grants, work-study, and loans for which you qualify.

“For a lot of students, choosing a school comes down to financial aid.

We know we have to invest in a college education, but no one wants to be in a financial hole after graduation. At Morris, the price was right—and I’m getting an amazing education. It’s probably the best deal I’ll ever make.”

Andrew Joyner

management

Helping with the cost of education The Morris Financial Aid Office staff will walk you through the process, point out relevant grants and scholarships, talk to you about student employment programs, and answer questions about loans and other opportunities.

“Take the initiative to research sources outside of Morris, too. Apply for independent scholarships and grants— don’t underestimate your ability to qualify. I became the first Morris student to be selected as a Udall Scholar and now I receive $5,000 a year to help pay for college.”

Kellcee Baker psychology/liberal arts for the human services 2009 Truman Scholar 2008 Udall Scholar

Competitive Scholarships

Automatic Academic Scholarships

Prairie Scholars Award

Chancellor’s Scholarship

Morris Scholars Award

Dean’s Scholarship

Clyde Johnson Music Scholarship

Associate’s Scholarship

National Merit Scholarships

Transfer Academic Scholarship

Finalists

“My full-tuition Prairie Scholars Award gives me the freedom to get involved on campus—whether it’s playing intramural sports, taking an active role in student leadership, or attending a seminar for resident advisers.”

Nate Christenson mathematics/statistics

Semi-Finalists Commended Scholars

Grants and Employment

Other Opportunities

Educational Loans

Minnesota State Grant

University of Minnesota Promise Scholarship

Ford Federal Direct Subsidized Loan

University Grant

American Indian Tuition Waiver

Ford Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan

Federal Pell Grant

Minnesota Indian and Tribal (BIA) Scholarships

Federal Perkins Loan

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

Veterans Education Benefits

Ford Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)

Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)

Achieve Scholarship Program

Federal SMART Grant

Minnesota G.I. Bill

Alternative Educational Loan

Federal TEACH Grant Student Employment Programs To view details and a complete list of scholarships and other opportunities, visit admissions.morris.umn.edu/costsaid/scholarships/

“I received a scholarship so I didn’t have to take out loans—which really opened up the possibilities for grad school. I could also make plans for study abroad or an internship in D.C. instead of worrying about a summer job. My scholarship gave me financial breathing room.”

Matt Privratsky political science/communication, media, and rhetoric

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