Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1320 and 1480 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 31
Popular programs at Colorado School of Mines
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mechanical Engineering. | 304 | |
| 2 | Computer Science. | 202 | |
| 3 | Chemical Engineering. | 155 | |
| 4 | Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | 93 | |
| 5 | Petroleum Engineering. | 86 | |
| 6 | Civil Engineering. | 81 | |
| 7 | Geological/Geophysical Engineering. | 72 | |
| 8 | Metallurgical Engineering. | 44 | |
| 9 | Engineering Physics. | 40 | |
| 10 | Applied Mathematics. | 40 | |
| 11 | Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | 31 | |
| 12 | Mining and Mineral Engineering. | 20 | |
| 13 | Chemistry. | 11 | |
| 14 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 7 | |
| 15 | Engineering, General. | 3 | |
| 16 | Economics. | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Colorado School of Mines?
Colorado School of Mines has an acceptance rate of 61% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Colorado School of Mines?
Admitted students at Colorado School of Mines typically score between 1320 and 1480 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Colorado School of Mines cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Colorado School of Mines is approximately $28,690 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Colorado School of Mines?
4-year graduation rate data for Colorado School of Mines is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.