Undergraduate Program

Learn. Belong. Lead.

Minerva means stepping beyond your comfort zone into a world of global immersion and rigorous, active learning—an experience that equips you to navigate complexity and thrive amid uncertainty.

Study on 4 continents in 4 years?
Join the most driven group of students in the world?
Study at the most innovative university in the world?
Tackle real-world problems while earning your degree?
Build a global network before you even graduate?

Challenge accepted.

LIVE LIKE A MINERVAN

Experience a Day in the Life

Curious what life at Minerva is really like? Our Day in the Life videos take you inside student routines, from global city adventures and hands-on projects to engaging seminars and vibrant social moments. See how Minerva students weave together academics, exploration, and meaningful connections around the world.

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Your Home Around the World — Our Residence Halls

Minerva residences aren’t just places to sleep — they’re vibrant communities designed to foster connection, creativity, and growth. Thoughtfully located in safe, culturally rich neighborhoods, each residence hall is a launchpad for academic and personal discovery.


A hub of innovation and diversity, San Francisco brings together the diversity of people, ideas, and perspectives that define the United States. Every neighborhood offers a new story, from historic landmarks to cutting-edge startups.


A city of contrasts, Tokyo blends the energy of its neon-lit streets with the calm of its gardens and shrines. Here, centuries of tradition meet the forefront of modern life, creating an atmosphere that’s endlessly inspiring.


Vibrant, passionate, and always in motion, Buenos Aires pulses with music, dance, and creativity. From late-night cafés to colorful streets, every moment is an invitation to explore and immerse yourself in its energy.


Dynamic and unapologetically bold, Berlin is Europe’s creative capital. With its rich history, thriving art scene, and ever-evolving culture, the city’s raw edge and vibrant spirit make it unlike anywhere else.

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Most Innovative University in the World 2022-2025 in the World University Rankings for Innovation

100+

countries represented in the Minerva University community

87%

of students secure internships after their first year

91%

of Minerva University graduates are in full-time opportunities and graduate schools

Professional Experience

Minerva University alumni go forth into the world and pursue graduate degrees at top universities like Oxford, Harvard, or Stanford and work at some of the best-known corporations, research institutions, and NGOs, including:

The global rotation isn’t separate from academics—it fuels it.

In each city, you’ll explore how culture, policy, history, and economy intersect. You’ll see problems firsthand and apply what you’re learning in real time.

Rotation activities are designed to connect you with your surroundings through:

Location-Based Assignments

Analyze tech policy in Tokyo, investigate transitional justice in Buenos Aires, or redesign urban infrastructure in Berlin.

Civic Projects

Collaborate with renowned companies, nonprofits, government agencies, and startups tackling urgent local issues.

Global Labs

Dive into project-based learning that challenges you to design, test, and iterate solutions with real-world stakeholders.

Active Learning Seminars

Our cutting-edge virtual learning platform allows for live, discussion-based seminars where you solve real-world problems.

Seabound
Class of 2019

Alisha Fredriksson and Roujia Wen co-founded Seabound, a climate tech startup building carbon capture systems for the world’s largest cargo ships. Backed by Y Combinator and Lowercarbon Capital, both founders were named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list.

Brittany Dick, Rhodes Scholar
Class of 2024

Minerva’s second Rhodes Scholar, Brittany, is pursuing a Master of Philosophy in the History of Science, Medicine, and Technology at Oxford, continuing her work to bring indigenous perspectives to global conversations.

Sattik Bhaumik FRAS
Class of 2024

Elected a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society — a distinction granted to just 150 of 30,000 applicants — Sattik’s research on planetary habitability is being published by Columbia University and is redefining how we explore exoplanets.

Colleges & Majors

Arts & Humanities
Arts and Literature

Design Across the Humanities

Global and Comparative Humanities

Historical Forces

Interpretation and Meaning

Philosophy, Ethics, and the Law

Computational Sciences

Applied Problem Solving

Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

Contemporary Knowledge Discovery

Data Science and Statistics

Mathematics

Natural Sciences

Cells and Organisms

Chemistry Across Scales

Earth and Environmental Systems

Matter and Energy

Social Sciences

Cognition, Brain, and Behaviour

Designing Societies

Economics and Society

Empirical Approaches to the Social Sciences

Politics, Government, and Society

Theory and Analysis in the Social Sciences

Business

Brand Management

Enterprise Management

Managing Operational Complexity

New Business Ventures

Scalable Growth

Strategic Finance

Special Courses

Neuroscience

Sustainability

Interdisciplinary Digital Practices

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