The Colorado School of Mines is a public research institution located in Golden, Colorado, just outside of Denver. Founded in 1874, the school offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering, science, and mathematics, as well as technological research and development. The school has renowned programs in mining engineering and petroleum engineering, which attract students from around the world. The school also offers classes and research opportunities in the Earth, Energy, and Environmental Sciences. With its high academic standards, Colorado School of Mines attracts some of the top students in the country and provides them with an excellent education.
- Address: 1500 Illinois St, Golden, CO 00008-0401
- Phone: (303) 273-3000
- Website: www.mines.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 6,744
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 17 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $45
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $19,100 | $39,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Room & Board | $10,142 | $10,142 |
| Other | $3,065 | $3,065 |
| Total Cost | $33,807 | $54,507 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 55%
- SAT Range: 1270 – 1440
- ACT Range: 28 – 33
Majors
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Chemical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 95%
- Part-time: 5%
Student Gender
- Male: 69%
- Female: 31%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 5%
- Black or African American: 1%
- Hispanic / Latino: 10%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 68%
- Two or More Races: 5%
- Unknown: 3%
- Non-resident Alien: 9%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 96%
- 25 and Over: 4%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 53%
- Out-of-State: 47%
- Unknown: 0%