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Colorado School of Mines

#1 in Top Public Universities in Colorado
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Golden, CO
  • 838 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Value
      A+
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      B
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      B-
    7. Professors
      A
    8. Location
      B+
    9. Dorms
      B+
    10. Campus Food
      C
    11. Student Life
      B+
    12. Safety
      B+
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    School of Mines is a highly rated public college located in Golden, Colorado in the Denver Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 4,584 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the School of Mines acceptance rate is 56%. Popular majors include Mechanical Engineering, Mining and Petroleum Engineering, and Engineering. Graduating 78% of students, School of Mines alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $69,200.
    About Colorado School of Mines...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
    Address
    1500 Illinois St
    Golden, CO 80401
    Website
    mines.edu
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    Colorado School of Mines Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    56%
    Application Deadline
    May 1
    SAT Range
    1310-1450
    ACT Range
    28-32
    Application Fee
    $45
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    No

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $25,472/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $10,725/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    90%

    Academics

    Professors
    A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    16:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    81%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.57 responses
    55%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.58 responses
    20%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.59 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Mechanical Engineering
      241 Graduates
    • Mining and Petroleum Engineering
      189 Graduates
    • Engineering
      107 Graduates
    • Chemical Engineering
      86 Graduates
    • Electrical Engineering
      67 Graduates
    • Computer Science
      63 Graduates
    • Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
      60 Graduates
    • Materials Engineering
      57 Graduates
    • Engineering Physics
      56 Graduates
    • Civil Engineering
      38 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    4,584Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    204
    Undergrads Over 25
    5%
    Pell Grant
    11%
    Varsity Athletes
    11%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 37 responses
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    • Smart.
      51%
    • All of the above, but most aren't awkward
      19%
    • Hard-wroking, money-driven, awkward
      16%
    • All of the above including awkward
      8%
    • Dedicated and supportive
      5%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    69%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.65 responses
    Poll
    73%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.71 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 42 responses
    Report
    • Hard work that leads to very talented alumni
      67%
    • People don't give up on stuff. They keep on going.
      17%
    • Slacking off? Prepare to die.
      10%
    • Work hard, party hard
      7%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $84,900/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    78%
    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 responses
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    Mines is a fantastic school for anyone interested in STEM. It's curriculum is extremely difficult, which is why a degree from Mines is so valuable! The student body hosts a collaborative environment, which is very helpful when studying for exams or doing homework. Free time is hard to come by, but when you do you're surrounded by beautiful landscape, minutes from climbing, an hour from skiing. So happy to call Mines my home away from home!
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    Colorado School of Mines is known for its academics. The return of investment is phenomenal! Small class sizes with professors fill you with education. However, with incredible academics comes a cost. The party scene is not that good, unless you join a fraternity or sorority.
    I am currently taking a few courses with Colorado School of Mines and Red Rocks Community College, and must say that the staff, environment, and class structure is amazing! Courses go in-depth, however, teachers are always there for you if you need any help or questions with the information. Homework is also manageable with a part-time career, and the class-size is also balanced perfectly! Thanks!