Overview

The University of Minnesota offers WiFi networks to meet the needs of everyone who comes to campus. The University's WiFi covers the majority of campus buildings. You can explore WiFi coverage in specific locations through the interactive WiFi coverage map. The available University WiFi networks are: 

  • eduroam - The fastest and most secure network on campus, eduroam is the preferred secure network at the University of Minnesota. This network is also available for visitors from other campuses that employ eduroam, who can use their own credentials from their institution to log in. Temporary access to eduroam is available to UMN guests when requested by a qualified member of the faculty or staff. Use your University internet ID and password to log on. eduroam is available at all University of Minnesota campuses: Crookston, Duluth, Morris, Rochester, and Twin Cities. 
  • UofM-Guest - For guests and visitors at the University who do not need or do not qualify for a sponsored account.

 

 

Highlights

The Next Generation Network (NGN) project at the University of Minnesota will upgrade all components of the University’s network, wired and WiFi, over the next three years. Learn more about the NGN upgrade and keep up with the project's latest progress here.

Getting Started

  • Use eduroam - Simply select eduroam from the WiFi network options and enter your full University email address and password.
  • WiFi: Troubleshoot Your Connection - Did you know that many WiFi connectivity problems are the result of settings or other issues on individual users' computers and mobile devices? The good news is many of these can easily be fixed.
  • Give Us Feedback - We are continually looking for opportunities to enhance and fine-tune the University's WiFi network. 

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Intended Audience

Students
Instructors
Researchers
Staff & Departments
Health Sciences Affiliates
IT Staff and Partners

Cost

University-funded: no charge.

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Comparisons

Compare Campus WiFi Options

Choosing the most appropriate network is the best way to maximize the performance of your computer and mobile devices.

Choosing the most appropriate network is the best way to maximize the performance of your computer and mobile devices.

Resources

WiFi Coverage Maps

View maps showing wifi coverage for individual University of Minnesota buildings.

How-Tos

WiFi: Guest Access

UofM-Guest WiFi Network
Guests on campus may use the UofM-Guest network at no charge. As the name implies, UofM-Guest is a network for guests to the University that need to...

Guests on campus may use the UofM-Guest network at no charge. Read for more information.

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Additional Resources

Connect to the Internet & Networks
Wired Networks
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Next Generation Network (NGN) Project