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Colorado School of Mines

Golden, Colorado · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$82,950

Acceptance Rate

60%

Graduation Rate

81%

Annual Tuition

$21,186

At a Glance

Total Students

5,801

Retention Rate

93%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

34%

Median Debt

$23,000

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Colorado School of Mines is a public institution with a student body of 5,801. The school has an acceptance rate of 59.7% and a strong retention rate of 93%. The graduation rate is 80.5%. The in-state tuition is $21,186.

Graduates of Colorado School of Mines experience strong early career earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $76,390. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $82,950, and after ten years, graduates earn $97,335. The median debt for graduates is $23,000, and 33.6% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$76k

1 YEAR

$83k

5 YEARS

$97k

10 YEARS

Top 4% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Colorado School of Mines graduates earn a median salary of $76,390. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $82,950, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $97,335. The median debt for graduates is $23,000. 33.6% of students receive financial aid.

The school has a high retention rate of 93% and an 80.5% graduation rate. The acceptance rate is 59.7%, and the total student population is 5,801. In-state tuition costs $21,186.

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Campus Location

Golden, Colorado

Golden, CO 80401

Colorado School of Mines is located in Golden, Colorado. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Colorado School of Mines has an acceptance rate of 59.7%.