If you attended a college in Minnesota, you are likely partial to your alma mater.

There are a handful of excellent universities scattered throughout the state, but one stands out above the rest. This school is revered for its spectacular reputation, employment outcomes, and numerous programs among other desirable qualities that make it a top educational institution to attend.

According to a list compiled by QS Top Universities, the best university in Minnesota is the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

"In 195th place in the world and first in the state is the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. The university has a very high research output and is one of the most comprehensive public universities in the US, with a strong tradition of education and public service. Prospective veterinary studies students will find it valuable to know that the university is ranked 12th globally in the field."

Here's what QS Top Universities had to say about sourcing the data to discover the highest-rated university in each state:

"The rankings are compiled by our data analysts in partnership with tens of thousands of higher education institutions. They incorporate datapoints from 16.4 million academic papers as well as the views of more than 151,000 academics and 100,000 employers. Each of the QS rankings are compiled using a core methodology that employs a range of vital factors including student experience, university partnerships, research activity and faculty qualifications."

Check out QS Top Universities for a continued list of the best universities across the country.

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