Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Golden, CO · Large suburb |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduates | 6,155 |
| Acceptance rate | 61% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1330–1488 · 45% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1310–1470 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 30–33 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 79% |
| First-year retention | 94% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 17:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $40,560 in-state · $64,470 out-of-state |
| Application fee | $60 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Action: Nov 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 15, 2027
Most popular majors: Engineering, Computer science, Math & statistics, Physical sciences, Biology.
Mines campus map
On campus
Marv Kay Stadium South, Marv Kay Stadium North, Arthur Lakes Library, Volk Gymnasium, The Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum, Parking Services.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Burger King, El Dorado Mexican Restaurant, Xicamiti La Taqueria Bistro, Bonfire Burritos, Domino's
- Coffee: Pangea Coffee Roasters, Cafe 13, Higher Grounds
- Nightlife: Ace High Tavern, Goosetown Station
- Shops: Vital Outdoors, Blue Moose Trading Company, Golden Goods, Golden Rock Shop, Golden River Sports
- Museums and culture: Golden Branch Jefferson County Public Library, Golden Community Center
- Groceries: San Telmo Market, Safeway, Natural Grocers
- Parks: Clear Creek History Park, Clear Creek, Lions Park, Lookout Pointe Park, Parfet Park, Vanover Park