Two Rivers High School

Direct Admissions at Two Rivers High School

Two Rivers High School is participating in a program called Direct Admissions Minnesota. This statewide program, led by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, helps remove barriers to college by proactively admitting students to a wide range of Minnesota colleges and universities—based on their academic record and projected graduation.

 

What is Direct Admissions?

Direct Admissions (DA) is a new approach to college admissions with one core belief: all students are “college material.” 
 

The program helps students by:

  • Reducing the stress of “will I get in?” with an early “YES!”
  • Waiving application fees at all participating colleges and universities.
  • Building early connections with college admissions offices.

Over 50 Minnesota colleges and universities are participating, including:

  • Two-year community and technical colleges
  • Four-year public and private universities
  • Tribal colleges

Full List of Participating Colleges

How It Works

  • In or around October, seniors will receive a personalized email and survey listing the colleges and universities that have already admitted them for Fall 2026.
  • The number of colleges on a student’s list is based on unweighted GPA and courses taken.
  • Direct Admissions applies to general admission; some specialized programs or majors may have additional requirements.
  • All seniors on track to graduate in Spring or Summer 2026 are automatically included unless they choose to opt out.

What It Means for Students

  • If you’d like to move forward with a college on your list, you’ll need to:
    • Select to have your contact information shared with them.
    • Complete that school’s admissions process (fees are waived!).
    • Submit required materials and meet application deadlines (check the Direct Admissions Student Center or the college’s website).
  • If you’re not interested in any colleges on your list, you don’t need to take any action.
  • You’re not limited to these colleges—you can still apply anywhere you choose!

Opting Out

  • Participation is free.
  • Your data will not be shared with any college or university without your consent.
  • If you prefer not to participate, you can opt out by completing the opt-out form.

Opt-Out Form - English

Opt-Out Form - Spanish

Next Steps for Seniors

  • Read the Direct Admissions email coming in or around October carefully.
  • Decide which schools you’d like to be directly admitted to and complete the survey.
  • Complete the FAFSA or MN Dream Act Application to explore financial aid.
  • Connect with your school counselor or staff for support.
  • Visit the Office of Higher Education Direct Admissions website for more details.

Office of Higher Education Direct Admissions Website

Direct Admissions FAQs and Resources

Want to learn more? Check out the Direct Admissions Video

Direct Admission FAQs

Paying for College

There are many options that can help you plan how to pay for college and minimize your overall costs!

Complete the FAFSA

We strongly encourage you to apply for financial aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or MN Dream Act, which is used to determine eligibility for financial aid. The federal Pell Grant and the Minnesota State Grant provide grants to more than 120,000 students each year. Half of all students who apply receive a Pell Grant or Minnesota State Grant! Grants are based on the cost of the college chosen, family size, and income.

Where do I start?
The federal Student Aid website (studentaid.gov) is where you start to complete your FAFSA. For undocumented students, complete the MN Dream Act (www.ohe.state. mn.us/MNDreamAct). In addition, check out the financial aid section of each college or university you are interested in. Find out more information about their deadlines and application process for scholarships and other types of college funded aid.

Questions? 

If you have any questions, please reach out: Counselors (by last name):