Admissions Overview
The admission process at Colorado School of Mines has a 58% 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
58%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
10,886
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
24%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Colorado School of Mines has a 58% 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
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Work Experience
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 45% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,330 to 1,488. Additionally, about 24% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
45% of students submitted400
1600
1330 – 1488
200
800
650 – 728
200
800
680 – 760
ACT Scores
24% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
29 – 35
1
36
28 – 34
Admission Statistics
10,886 students applied to Mines. Of those, 58% were accepted (6,314 students). Of these 6,314 accepted students, 1,512 chose to enroll.
10,886
Total Applicants
6,314
Students Admitted
1,512
Students Enrolled
58%
Acceptance Rate