Colorado School of Mines
- 4 Year
- GOLDEN, CO
CollegeGrad School
Colorado School of Mines
- 4 Year
- GOLDEN, CO
- Rating 3.69 out of 5 924 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Valuegrade A+
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Campusgrade C+
- Athleticsgrade B
- Party Scenegrade C+
- Professorsgrade A
- Locationgrade B+
- Dormsgrade B
- Campus Foodgrade C minus
- Student Lifegrade B+
- Safetygrade B
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About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (with football)
Athletic Conference
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Colorado School of Mines Rankings
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CSM Admissions
Acceptance Rate
53%
Application Deadline
January 15
SAT Range
1270-1440
ACT Range
28-33
Application Fee
$45
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
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Cost
Net Price
$27,675 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$11,583 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
90%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
15:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
81%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 57 responses54%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 61 responses19%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 62 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Mechanical Engineering313 Graduates
- Computer Science125 Graduates
- Chemical Engineering104 Graduates
- Mining and Petroleum Engineering84 Graduates
- Electrical Engineering77 Graduates
- Engineering71 Graduates
- Civil Engineering67 Graduates
- Engineering Physics51 Graduates
- Environmental Engineering46 Graduates
- Materials Engineering43 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
4,918 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
282
Undergrads Over 25
30300%
Pell Grant
13%
Varsity Athletes
9%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
69%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 68 responsesPoll
74%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 74 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$84,900 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
84%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%95%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 44 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Colorado School of Mines Reviews
Rating 3.69 out of 5 924 reviews
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Mines is a great school! Golden is beautiful and you are always surrounded by mountains. The school is very tough, so be ready to work! Everyone there is very supportive and encouraging though, because everyone is in it together. Overall, I am very glad that I chose this school and I think it will immensely prepare me for the workforce.
What I love most about CSM is its prestige. If you want to major in STEM this is the place to go. I have had great experiences with the professors and the community in general at Mines. In only two years Mines has not only molded me for the professional world, but for life as well.
At this school, it's okay and even cool to be a nerd. Being surrounded by brilliant people has helped me become who I really am. Not only is the academic side amazing but so is the recreational and the athletics side.
Our athletics are A1 and are extremely fun to take a study break and watch. The athletes on campus are also smart, just like you, so they aren't like jocks.
The location of the school is great, within walking distance from downtown Golden which is amazing!
Have no complaints besides the homework!
At this school, it's okay and even cool to be a nerd. Being surrounded by brilliant people has helped me become who I really am. Not only is the academic side amazing but so is the recreational and the athletics side.
Our athletics are A1 and are extremely fun to take a study break and watch. The athletes on campus are also smart, just like you, so they aren't like jocks.
The location of the school is great, within walking distance from downtown Golden which is amazing!
Have no complaints besides the homework!
Great school for content and experience. Anyone who says it is warm atmosphere is from marketing and should stop: that isn't what Mines is selling and you're going to blindside people who are coming in for a different experience. That said, the professors and CASA do care if you go ask for help. But you have to go actively make structures with profs, not admin.
Students prefer ranting on parking rather than politics. Frankly, that produces a healthy culture focussed on your career. Don't go here if you're into political activism: people will find you annoying and you will fast find yourself isolated. Students come from many walks of mostly working-class life, and have many different experiences/opinions. That produces a healthy respect for other's beliefs, and disrespect for loudmouth political hobbyism of any vein: I always felt like I could sport any emblem I chose and walk around safely, gay, conservative, or sporting a hammer/sickle: that was my business, now lets talk shop.
Students prefer ranting on parking rather than politics. Frankly, that produces a healthy culture focussed on your career. Don't go here if you're into political activism: people will find you annoying and you will fast find yourself isolated. Students come from many walks of mostly working-class life, and have many different experiences/opinions. That produces a healthy respect for other's beliefs, and disrespect for loudmouth political hobbyism of any vein: I always felt like I could sport any emblem I chose and walk around safely, gay, conservative, or sporting a hammer/sickle: that was my business, now lets talk shop.