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60%
Open Admissions
81%
Graduation
About Colorado School of Mines
Colorado School of Mines is a public four-year institution located in Golden, Colorado. With an enrollment of approximately 5,801 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 60%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 81%. Graduates earn a median salary of $97,335 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $29,240 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
60%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
81%
Enrollment
5,801
Total students
Median Earnings
$97,335
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$21,186
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$44,376
Per year
Average Net Price
$29,240
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
29 – 33
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
670
Median
705
75th
750
200800
ACT Composite
25th
29
Median
31
75th
33
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$44,376/yr
In-State Tuition$21,186/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$29,240/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$116,960
10-Year Earnings
$973,350
ROI Multiple
8.3×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Colorado School of Mines
Student Outcomes
81%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$97k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
5,801
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
