Colorado School of Mines
Golden, USA
"A public university in Golden, Colorado"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#571 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Colorado School of Mines
Colorado School of Mines is a public university in Golden, Colorado, founded in 1874. Its campus is in Golden, a mid-sized community with easy access to housing, shops and local employers. Popular programmes include Mining Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Geophysics and Computer Science. It is a research-active institution with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate options. As a public institution it enrols many students from Colorado as well as from around the world.
Rankings & Recognition
#571
Accreditations & Memberships
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Key Facts
1874
Founded
Public university
Type
Golden
City
Popular Programs
Mining Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
Geophysics
Computer Science
Application Details
Application Route
Online via school portal / Common App
Intakes
Fall and Spring
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway
H-1B / employment-based
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
29%
Placement Ratio
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Colorado School of Mines has its campus in Golden, Colorado, in a mid-sized city setting.
Campus Details
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main campus
1874
founded
Campus Forecast
Dry: cold winters
warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence halls and nearby off-campus rentals
Dining
Several dining halls
food courts and cafes
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
Outdoor recreation
Student clubs
Intramural sports
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
20,000 – 65,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Most students start in the fall semester (August or September), with a spring intake in January at many programmes. Check the Colorado School of Mines international admissions pages for deadlines.
Scholarships at Colorado School of Mines
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Competitive high-school record and English proof (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo). Prior study related to Mining Engineering helps for that major.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree with a good GPA, English proof and GRE / GMAT where required. For Geophysics, a related bachelor's degree is preferred.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Resume / CV
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Passport-size photo
GRE / GMAT / SAT if required
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
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Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
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Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
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Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
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Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
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F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Colorado School of Mines has its campus in Golden, Colorado, in a mid-sized city setting.
Bachelor's
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Colorado School of Mines
📍 Golden
Bachelor's
Mining Engineering
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📍 Golden
Bachelor's
Petroleum Engineering
Master's
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Colorado School of Mines
📍 Golden
Master's
Geophysics
Colorado School of Mines
📍 Golden
Master's
Computer Science
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