Health Sciences | University of Minnesota

Health Sciences | University of Minnesota
Health Sciences
Educating. Discovering. Healing. At the University of Minnesota on the Twin Cities campus, we are treating patients, educating the next generation of care providers, and making discoveries that improve health care in Minnesota and around the world.
70%
of Minnesota’s health professionals are trained at the U of M
7,000+
students enrolled in 60+ degree programs
1 million+
Patients treated per year
70%
of Minnesota’s health professionals are trained at the U of M
7,000+
students enrolled in 60+ degree programs
1 million+
Patients treated per year
Education
We are educating and inspiring the next generation of health care professionals.
We support students on their pre-health journey
, and our graduates go on to better their communities, heal patients, and develop life-changing treatments and cures.
Spanning all specialties of health care, from veterinary medicine to dentistry, nursing, and surgery, students gather knowledge in the classroom and receive invaluable, real-world experience.
This is education that changes the practice of health care.
Degrees and Programs
“I chose [the School of Public Health] because I wanted to pursue a program that had strong connections to public health practice and I knew my advisor had experience and connections with the Minnesota Department of Health, specifically in the area of foodborne illness and food safety.”
Lexi Edmundson ’26
Environmental Health PhD
School of Public Health
Read Lexi’s story
Patient Care
Innovations in patient care happen here, where groundbreaking work by physicians, dentists, nurses, pharmacists, and veterinarians constantly redefines health care.
Our clinical providers deliver care based on current research and cutting-edge technologies.
Receive the Care You Need
Whether you need primary or specialty health care services, quality dental care, or medical care for a pet, the University provides a full range of health care services for adults, children, and animals.
Hospitals and Clinics
“We need more resources in the area where I am from, so I want to stay rural. I want to be able to help my community. They were the people that supported me when I needed it.”
Haley Warren '26
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Doctoral Education Pathway for American Indian/Alaska Native Nurses
School of Nursing
Read Haley’s story
Research
The University of Minnesota is home to field-shaping researchers who improve health and save lives. From breakthrough to development, concept to clinical trial, we have the expertise to tackle complex health problems that cannot be solved from one perspective alone. With our legacy of innovation, we are driven to meet the diverse health needs of Minnesota and beyond.
33rd
RANKING IN NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH FUNDING
$200+ Million
ANNUALLY IN SPONSORED HEALTH RESEARCH
Research
Health Sciences News
Feature
Students embrace ‘Free Mom Hugs’ with open arms
A group of mothers has been offering “Free Mom Hugs” to University of Minnesota students this semester, brightening their days whether they knew they needed it or not.
Research Brief
Encouraging dieting and weight loss can shape youth body image into adulthood
Young adults spend hours a day on social media platforms filled with exercise influencers, fitness trends and other appearance-focused content that can reinforce unrealistic body ideals.
Research Brief
Predicting who will develop blood clots
Blood clots that form in veins — known as venous thromboembolisms — are a leading cause of illness and death worldwide.
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