Great Opportunities at the University of Minnesota

At the University of Minnesota, we know that a college education goes beyond what you learn in the classroom. The U of M experience is all about learning new things, making life-long connections, and preparing for a successful future. That's why we provide our students with outstanding resources and unlimited opportunities for hands-on experience, involvement, and personal growth. Student organizations, internships, undergraduate research, and study abroad are just of the few of the great opportunities you'll discover as a student at one of nation's top public research universities.

Get Involved

Make your University of Minnesota experience unforgettable! With over 600 academic, activity, and cultural student organizations, you can instantly find a close-knit community of students who share your interests.

Live in a residence hall with other students who share your interests in our Living Learning Communities, such as CASA Sol, Honors Housing, or West Bank Arts House.

Want to meet new people and make a difference in our community? Our 25 fraternities and 14 sororities provide service and leadership opportunities, social activities, and more.

Get Connected

Preparing for a successful career is easy when you have the U of M's incredible resources at your fingertips. Hands-on courses, mentor programs, volunteer opportunities, career counseling, internships, and research opportunities are part of the U of M experience.

Enhance your learning experience by volunteering in the community a few hours each week. You can combine your volunteer work with your classroom projects through Service Learning.

Participate in one of our 8 mentorship programs for undergraduates. You'll get an inside look at the professional world with a seasoned professional in the career of your choice.

Work alongside award-winning faculty in our Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program. As a student at one of the nation's top research universities, you can conduct your own original research--and get paid for it!

Get Loud

Catch maroon and gold fever with Big Ten athletics! As a student at the U of M, you can cheer on the Golden Gophers in 23 division-one sports, chant the Minnesota Rouser with fellow sports fans, or participate in the 300+ member "Pride of Minnesota" Marching Band.

Get Global

Study, work, or volunteer in another country. The U of M has one of the nation's largest study abroad programs with almost 300 opportunities in over 60 countries.

At the University of Minnesota, you can honor your own culture and learn more about others. You will broaden your cultural horizons through community festivals, special events, academic courses, and student groups.

Get Successful

Whether you're selecting your major or preparing for a job interview, specialized career counselors will help you find the field that's right for you, gain professional experience during school, and secure a job after graduation.

GoldPASS, an exclusive online U of M career tool, makes it easy to find opportunities for hands-on experience. Post your resume and begin searching job, internship and volunteer listings.

Get Supported

Our award-winning Orientation & First-Year Programs, including Freshman Orientation, Welcome Week, and Convocation, will make your transition to college smooth and fun!

At the Center for Writing, consultants will help you get started on a paper, provide constructive feedback on your writing, and teach you how to revise, edit, and proofread.

We are dedicated to ensuring that all U of M students in our community are empowered, supported, and successful. Visit the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE), Disability Services, and the Office for University Women to check out great opportunities!

Good health is essential to personal and academic success. Boynton Health Service offers top-of-the-line medical care for students.

Get Friendly

University housing is the perfect place to meet new people and develop lasting relationships. By choosing on-campus housing, you'll join a community of 6,300 students and staff that live, sleep, eat, study, relax, and work inside the walls of our residence halls and apartment complexes.

On-campus activities like Homecoming, Spring Jam, and Gophers After Dark provide great opportunities for you to kick back and relax with other U of M students and enjoy free food, entertainment, and more.

Get Expressive

Love art, theatre, or music? The West Bank Arts Quarter brings students, artists, teachers, and scholars together in an environment of creativity and collaboration. The Arts Quarter makes the U of M the nation's only university with all of the visual and performing arts disciplines in the same campus quarter.

If you're a budding media professional, the U of M provides opportunities to get hands-on experience right on campus--check out The Minnesota Daily (the nation's largest student-run newspaper), The Wake, and Radio K.

Get Active

Work up a sweat at the University Recreation Center! Whether you're into swimming laps, kickboxing, or rock climbing, our state-of-the-art facilities make staying fit enjoyable.

Intramural sports teams are a great way to get involved on campus, spend time with friends, and stay in shape. You can try a new sport or play one that you already know. Choose from over 10 sports and 2,000 teams!