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Colorado School of Mines

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At Colorado School of Mines, we do more than just prepare you for your future. Want to learn how to create lasting positive change and address the great challenges society faces today? Done. Are you seeking engaging experiences, both in and outside the classroom, and hands-on learning 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 with us.
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Academic programs

  • Engineering
  • Research
  • Science
  • Technology
  • Business
  • Economics
  • Computer Science

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

First-year

Each fall, we welcome approximately 1,500 new first-year Orediggers to campus.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Admissions application (Golden application or Common App)
  • $50 application fee ($75 for international students)
  • Official or unofficial high school transcripts


ADMISSIONS PROCESS

  • Step 1: Complete and submit the online application
  • Step 2: Submit the application fee
  • Step 3: Ask your high school counselor to send us your official high school transcript, or you can upload an unofficial high school transcript via the "Supplemental Materials" section of your Applicant Portal if you are applying by the Nov. 1 Priority Deadline
  • Step 4: Check the status of your application and decision in your Applicant Portal

Visit our Undergraduate Admissions website for more information, including upcoming deadlines.

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CAN’T MISS DEADLINES

When completing your application, select Early Action if you would like to be considered for Priority Admissions at Mines. Priority Admissions is non-binding, and you have until May 1 to decide if you'll join us on campus.

Nov. 1: Priority Application Deadline 

  • Must receive a complete application and official or unofficial transcript on/before Nov. 1.
  • Admissions and merit scholarship decisions sent by Dec. 15.

Jan. 15: Regular Application Deadline

  • Must receive a complete application and official or unofficial transcript on/before Jan. 15.
  • Admissions and merit scholarship decisions sent by Feb. 15.
After Jan. 15, we will accept applications on a rolling basis.

Visit us

Ready to experience Colorado School of Mines for yourself? The Mines campus, nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and a short walk from downtown Golden, Colorado, features beautifully renovated historical architecture as well as award-winning state-of-the-art buildings with student-centered experiences and an outstanding academic environment.

We have multiple ways you can visit us - in-person or virtually. Explore your options on our visit website.

I chose Mines because I knew I would receive a world-class engineering education that would help me acquire the skills needed to create an enormous impact in the world. What I've really enjoyed at Mines is the dedication that students have in trying to become the best version of themselves.