Discover the Twin Cities

At Minnesota Law, you get double the city life—Minneapolis and St. Paul. Cozy neighborhoods, endless parks, seven pro sports teams, and a light rail that basically drops you off at the Law School’s front steps. Once you get here, you’ll get why so many people come for law school and stay for good.

You’re just minutes away from State Capitol, local, state, and federal courts, and our thriving legal and corporate world. Plus, when you start your legal career here you get to connect with a vibrant alumni network full of mentors, career advice, and lasting opportunities.

Car zooming past the bustling entrance of the First Avenue concert venue at night.

Culture That Pops

If you love art, music, and theater, you’re in luck—the Twin Cities has one of the strongest arts scenes in the country. Think three world-class museums just minutes away, including the Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA), the Walker Art Center, and the University’s own Frank Gehry–designed Weisman Art Museum. Catch a Broadway tour or a locally produced play, or jam out at First Avenue (yes, where Prince got his start) or one of the dozens of other live music venues in the metro area.

Eat, Sip, Repeat

Foodies, rejoice! We’ve got James Beard Award–winning restaurants like Owamni, Bûcheron, and Myriel, plus global flavors from Hmong to Ethiopian to Scandinavian. Pair that with a nationally famous craft beer scene, and you’ll see why Food & Wine calls this one of America’s top food cities. Don’t forget to try the legendary Jucy Lucy—a burger filled with molten cheese happiness.

A giant sculpture of a red cherry on a spoon sitting in the middle of a pond.

Opportunity Is Everywhere

The Twin Cities is a powerhouse for opportunity—home to Fortune 500 companies like Target, 3M, General Mills, and Best Buy, plus a thriving startup scene, big law, boutique firms, and public interest work—whatever your path, the connections are all here.

The skyline of Minneapolis lit up in the night sky as the sun sets.

A group of colorful kayaks on a peaceful lake at a local park.

Study Break = Adventure Time

Need a break from studying? Paddle the Mississippi, bike the Chain of Lakes, or wander through St. Paul’s Crosby Farm. With hundreds of parks and trails—and student gear rentals—it’s easy to escape into nature, right in the heart of the city.