Summer Start is a unique optional program offered to introduce students to college life at UMC. It is also designed to help you establish new friendships, introduce you to UMC faculty, staff and student leaders, and guide you in acquiring the skills you need to be successful in college.

Students register for Computer Applications (CA) 1010. Introduction to Computer Technology, a one credit introduction to technology course that is required for all new students. In addition to receiving academic credit, students live in campus residence halls and participate in outside social programs to help make the transition to college a little easier. photo by Ben Sandell of the Crookston Times

Summer Start is open to all first-year students.

Register early! Summer Start has limited space.  For more questions or if you are interested please contact Sara Kaiser, Student Experience/Parent Coordinator, at 1-800-862-6466 ext. 8527m or e-mail at kais0067@umn.edu

Cost to Attend Summer Start Tuition for the one credit course will be assessed on your fall semester account statement. An additional fee of $250 for room and board will be charged to participating students prior to arrival in August. This additional fee includes the cost ofyour room linens, soaps, towels, and shampoo, 11 meals on and off campus, and several evening activities.