Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Colorado School of Mines, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 24% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 97th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CO wage index 1.14). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Colorado School of Mines
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $86,268 | $127,217 | +19% | #58 of 349 | #72 | $22,500 |
| Petroleum Engineering | $77,400 | $116,691 | +11% | #5 of 19 | #12 | $26,500 |
| Mining and Mineral Engineering | $83,309 | $109,695 | +8% | #2 of 7 | #4 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $80,815 | $106,012 | +5% | #53 of 258 | #146 | $21,500 |
| Applied Mathematics | $50,398 | $98,190 | +7% | #19 of 45 | #24 | $21,500 |
| Engineering Physics | $72,858 | $97,497 | +9% | #2 of 10 | #5 | $21,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $74,145 | $97,087 | +5% | #65 of 318 | #185 | $23,000 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | $56,529 | $95,142 | +2% | #57 of 118 | #78 | $23,370 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | $78,984 | $94,902 | +2% | — | — | $25,745 |
| Chemical Engineering | $68,318 | $94,598 | -4% | #96 of 158 | #126 | $26,798 |
| Civil Engineering | $70,301 | $94,228 | +9% | #24 of 233 | #97 | $23,402 |
| Geological/Geophysical Engineering | $68,694 | $88,484 | +14% | #2 of 7 | #3 | $27,000 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering | $69,102 | $87,278 | +8% | #8 of 46 | #21 | $23,250 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Colorado School of Mines Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $836,420
- Avg rent near campus: $2,149/mo — vs ~$1,110/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 80457 (3.4% cap, Evergreen)
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🏆 Where Colorado School of Mines Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,390 | $41,580 |
| Room | $9,994 | |
| Board | $7,126 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $42,006 | $65,196 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $19,231 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $19,616 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $25,347 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $30,370 |
| $110,001+ | $33,931 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Colorado School of Mines's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
👥 Race & Ethnicity
🏠 Living Arrangements
💻 Learning Mode
📊 Age Distribution
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- Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
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- Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology