Is Colorado School of Mines worth it?
Colorado School of Mines is a public, four-year institution in Golden, Colorado (large suburb). It awarded 1,997 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in mechanical engineering, computer science and chemical engineering.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$76,390
Median earnings 4 years after
$100,252
Median earnings 10 years after
$97,335
Average net price
$28,690
Completion rate
82%
Completions (2024)
1,997
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
6,155
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $74,145 | $97,087 | 280 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $86,268 | $127,217 | 83 |
| Chemical Engineering | Bachelor's | $68,318 | $94,598 | 76 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | Bachelor's | $80,815 | $106,012 | 67 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $70,301 | $94,228 | 61 |
| Petroleum Engineering | Bachelor's | $77,400 | $116,691 | 60 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | Bachelor's | $78,984 | $94,902 | 42 |
| Computer Science | Master's | $102,686 | $147,702 | 39 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | Master's | $85,338 | $123,855 | 38 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | Bachelor's | $56,529 | $95,142 | 37 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Master's | $89,093 | $115,085 | 36 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | Master's | $79,523 | $109,407 | 34 |
| Geological/Geophysical Engineering | Bachelor's | $68,694 | $88,484 | 32 |
| Engineering Physics | Bachelor's | $72,858 | $97,497 | 30 |
| Civil Engineering | Master's | $74,174 | $93,132 | 23 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 301 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 272 |
| Chemical Engineering | Bachelor's | 112 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Bachelor's | 87 |
| Computer Science | Master's | 72 |
| Civil Engineering, General | Bachelor's | 71 |
| Engineering Physics/Applied Physics | Bachelor's | 71 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Master's | 64 |
| Engineering/Industrial Management | Master's | 53 |
| Systems Engineering | Master's | 46 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 34% | 5,375 |
| Manufacturing | 19% | 2,995 |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | 13% | 2,101 |
| Construction | 5% | 825 |
| Educational Services | 4% | 637 |
| Wholesale Trade | 3% | 547 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 3% | 527 |
| Information | 3% | 513 |
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Sources: federal figures for Colorado School of Mines. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
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