Colorado School of Mines : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About Colorado School of Mines

At Colorado School of Mines, we do more than just prepare you for your future. Want to learn how to create lasting positive change in areas related to the Earth, energy or the environment? Done. Want rich, engaging experiences that will set you up for a successful future? You got it. We’re known for the quality of our distinctive graduates, unique expertise and unparalleled opportunities, and we can’t wait to help you start your journey toward being our next success story. Please visit www.mines.edu for additional information.

#1 for career return on investment among peer institutions by Georgetown University #4 best engineering college in the United States by Money Magazine #12 on top 25 universities in America as ranked by alumni by Forbes Magazine

About Colorado School of Mines

At Colorado School of Mines, we do more than just prepare you for your future. Want to learn how to create lasting positive change in areas related to the Earth, energy or the environment? Done. Want rich, engaging experiences that will set you up for a successful future? You got it. We’re known for the quality of our distinctive graduates, unique expertise and unparalleled opportunities, and we can’t wait to help you start your journey toward being our next success story. Please visit www.mines.edu for additional information.

#1 for career return on investment among peer institutions by Georgetown University #4 best engineering college in the United States by Money Magazine #12 on top 25 universities in America as ranked by alumni by Forbes Magazine

Available programs

Participate. Explore. Innovate. Collaborate. Lead. Achieve. What makes the Mines experience special are the unlimited opportunities our students have. At Mines, you can study what interests you and be accepted for who you are and what you are passionate about. You can connect with faculty, fellow students and staff, try something new and continue to prepare for the life you’re meant to lead. Is our curriculum rigorous? Yes. Are we nerdy? Yep, and we embrace it. Not only are our students high-caliber, they are engaged, active and enthusiastic life learners. Embrace your inner nerd. And…we are thrilled to share that the fall 2021 incoming class was not only the largest ever but was also the most academically competitive ever, the most diverse ever and had the highest percentage of women in Mines history! Below are a few highlights about those who made it Mines this past fall.

33%: Women 28.5%: Underrepresented students 15.4%: First-generation students 3.81-4.00: Middle 50% unweighted GPA 1340-1490: Middle 50% SAT composite scorePlease visit mines.edu for more information

Arts and Humanities (5)

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering

Engineering and Technology (5)

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Geophysical Engineering

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Life Sciences and Medicine (5)

Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

Natural Sciences (5)

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Bachelor of Science in Computational and Applied Mathematics

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics

Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Statistics

Social Sciences and Management (5)

Bachelor of Science in Economics

At Mines, we do more than focus on science, engineering and mathematics. We inspire students to be innovators, experts and entrepreneurs and address the greatest challenges that face our planet (and beyond). We work to enroll a graduate community that is diverse in background, culture, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, and professional and life experiences.

Take some time to read through the information throughout our website and of course, reach out to us if you have any questions. As you learn more about our graduate programs and community, we believe you will find that Mines offers an unparalleled combination of technical expertise, extensive employer and alumni networks, strong faculty mentorship and a well-rounded research environment.

Please visit mines.edu for additional information.

Arts and Humanities (6)

Master of Science in Environmental Engineering Science

Business and Management (6)

Master of Science in Interdisciplinary

Engineering and Technology (6)

Combined Baccalaureate and Masters Degree in Petroleum Engineering

Master of Engineering in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Master of Engineering in Mining Engineering

Master of Engineering in Nuclear Engineering

Master of Engineering in Petroleum Engineering

Master of Science in Chemical Engineering

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Life Sciences and Medicine (6)

Combined Baccalaureate/Masters Degree Program in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

Natural Sciences (6)

Baccalaureate/Masters Degree in Physics

Combined Baccalaureate/Masters Degree Program in Hydrology

Master of Engineering in Geological Engineering

Master of Science in Applied Mathematics and Statistics

Master of Science in Applied Physics

Master of Science in Chemistry

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Social Sciences and Management (6)

Master of International Political Economy of Resources (MIPER)

Arts and Humanities (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Environmental Engineering Science

Business and Management (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Interdisciplinary

Engineering and Technology (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mining and Earth Systems Engineering

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Natural Sciences (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Chemistry

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Mathematics and Statistics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Physics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geochemistry

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geological Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geology

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Bachelor

SAT

1400+

GPA

2+

Master

GPA

3+

Total students

7,131

UG students

0%

PG students

0%

International students

543

UG students

0%

PG students

0%

Total faculty staff

520

Domestic staff

85%

Int'l staff

15%

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.