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Colorado School of Mines

Also known as: Mines

1500 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401
61%
Acceptance Rate
Moderately Selective
32
Median ACT
Range: 29–33
$38,460
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $17,160
1,602
Enrollment
Undergrad students

At a Glance

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61%
Acceptance Rate
11,436 applications
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32
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 29–33
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$17,160
In-State Tuition
+$2,378 fees
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$38,460
Out-of-State Tuition
+$2,378 fees
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N/A
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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1,602
Enrolled Students
1,602 full-time
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23%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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NCAA D2
Athletics
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

650690730

SAT Math

670710750

🌊 Campus Lifestyle

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Athletics

NCAA D2

Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference

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Greek Life

Active Greek System

13% in Fraternities21% in Sororities

⛷️ Ski Town

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15 mi away
60 skiable acres3 lifts
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23 mi away
680 skiable acres10 lifts
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30 mi away
3,081 skiable acres25 liftsNo Waffle Cabin

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$17,160$38,460
Fees$2,378$2,378
Total Estimated Cost$19,538$40,838
App Fee: $50
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

πŸ’‘ These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

89 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's
299 grads/yr$83,162
Computer ScienceBachelor's
144 grads/yr$110,684
Chemical EngineeringBachelor's
144 grads/yr$82,472
Electrical, Electronics and Communications EngineeringBachelor's
80 grads/yr$93,671
Civil EngineeringBachelor's
73 grads/yr$79,720

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Geological/Geophysical Engineering
Master's22 grads$115,565
Economics
Master's30 grads$111,534
Computer Science
Bachelor's144 grads$110,684
Engineering-Related Fields
Master's58 grads$105,401
Mining and Mineral Engineering
Bachelor's27 grads$104,994
Petroleum Engineering
Bachelor's64 grads$101,481
Mathematics
Bachelor'sβ€” grads$101,420
Mechanical Engineering
Master's57 grads$100,434
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Bachelor's80 grads$93,671
Civil Engineering
Master's35 grads$88,369

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as β€”) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Colorado School of Mines located?

Colorado School of Mines is located in Golden, CO. The main campus address is 1500 Illinois St, Golden, CO. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Colorado School of Mines?

Colorado School of Mines has an acceptance rate of 61%, making it moderately selective. Out of 11,436 applicants, 6,940 were admitted in the most recent year. 1,602 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Colorado School of Mines?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Colorado School of Mines scored between 29 and 33 on the ACT, with a median of 32. About 18% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Colorado School of Mines?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Colorado School of Mines charges $17,160/year for in-state students and $38,460/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $40,838/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Colorado School of Mines's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the application fee for Colorado School of Mines?

The undergraduate application fee at Colorado School of Mines is $50. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.

Does Colorado School of Mines have college sports?

Yes β€” Colorado School of Mines competes at the NCAA D2 level in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Division II programs offer athletic scholarships and competitive sports programs while balancing academics and athletics.

Is Colorado School of Mines the right fit for me?

Whether Colorado School of Mines is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (61% admit rate), cost ($38,460/year out-of-state), campus culture in Golden, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Colorado School of Mines against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Colorado School of Mines directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Golden, CO
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
NCAA
NCAA D2
Conference
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
App Fee
$50

Location

Golden, CO

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Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.