Admissions Overview
The admission process at Colorado School of Mines has a 60% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Colorado School of Mines has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
60%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
9,821
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
25%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Colorado School of Mines has a 60% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Colorado School of Mines evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Colorado School of Mines. About 42% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,320 to 1,470. Additionally, about 18% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 29 to 33.
SAT Scores
42% of students submitted400
1600
1320 – 1470
200
800
650 – 720
200
800
670 – 750
ACT Scores
18% of students submitted1
36
29 – 33
1
36
28 – 33
1
36
28 – 33
Admission Statistics
9,821 students applied to Mines. Of those, 60% were accepted (5,864 students). Of these 5,864 accepted students, 1,450 chose to enroll.
9,821
Total Applicants
5,864
Students Admitted
1,450
Students Enrolled
60%
Acceptance Rate