Colorado School of Mines

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: Mines

Golden, CO
(303) 273-3000
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Annual Tuition (In-State)

$18,390

Total Enrollment

7,599

Graduation Rate

79.4%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,979

Last reported year

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Colorado School of Mines

321 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 14.1901
222 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 11.0701
149 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 14.0701
83 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 14.0801
80 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 14.1001

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Admissions

Colorado School of Mines admits 59.7% of applicants, maintaining moderately selective standards. Prospective students typically need to provide high school transcript and minimum GPA. The process is designed to enroll qualified students, with 1,450 students enrolling in the most recent class.

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Enrollment

Colorado School of Mines enrolls 7,599 students. The student body is 68.5% men, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 93% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Colorado School of Mines maintains a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a excellent 93% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. Students demonstrate high academic engagement with strong commitment to their educational programs.

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Faculty & Staff

Colorado School of Mines employs 350 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 38% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Colorado School of Mines offers programs in 9 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Chemical Engineering. In 2023, the college awarded 1,979 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition at Colorado School of Mines is $18,390 for in-state students and $41,580 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $29,785. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Colorado School of Mines achieves a 63.2% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 62.4% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 4 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
1500 Illinois St
Golden, CO, 80401
Administrator
Paul C. Johnson
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $18,390
Out-of-State Tuition $41,580
Average Net Price $29,785

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00134800
EIN: 846000551
IPEDS ID: 126775
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