Mining Engineering
Colorado School of Mines
Ranked as the #1 mining school in the world since 2016 by the QS World University Rankings, the Mining Engineering Department at Colorado School of Mines has distinguished itself by developing curriculum and research programs geared toward responsible stewardship of the earth and its resources.
Welcome
Mining Engineering is an exciting field for the sheer number of possibilities it presents. It ranges on a broad spectrum of engineering skills including mechanical, electrical, geophysical, computer science, and others. Starting out with high average salaries of $83,115 per year and average internship salaries of $25 per hour, the Mining Engineer can undertake countless job opportunities including manufacturing, planning, design, management, operations, marketing, and many more.
Put simply, our vision for the Mining Engineering Department is to be internationally recognized as the world’s premier center for education and applied research in the diverse fields of mining and underground construction and tunneling. This vision spans across numerous interdisciplinary areas of study. Through collaborations with other Mines departments, academic institutions, government agencies, and industry, we are committed to expanding the international reputation of the department for excellence in education, research, industry service, and community outreach.
The Mining Engineering Department:
- Is ranked the #1 minerals and Mining engineering program in the world (QS World Ranking)
- Is located in Golden, Colorado adjacent to the Colorado Mineral Belt
- Operates the Edgar Experimental Mine
- Has a well-known high-profile faculty with relevant industry and research experience
- Provides an outstanding hands-on student experience in a small department setting
- Is part of the Earth and Society Programs Earth and Society Programs
News
- Colorado School of Mines to receive proposed $32.7M federal investment for critical minerals tech hub
Colorado School of Mines was awarded $32.7 million in federal funding to open a critical minerals innovation hub and strengthen the U.S. mining workforce. - Mines selected for 2 Genesis Mission projects to apply AI to critical mineral exploration, nuclear energy
Colorado School of Mines will lead two Genesis Mission projects using AI to advance critical mineral exploration and nuclear fuel recycling. - Meet 3 Mines researchers changing the rules for critical minerals exploration in the U.S.
At Colorado School of Mines, experts are solving real-world problems in critical minerals exploration by leveraging cutting-edge technologies. - Five questions on critical minerals with Mines President Paul C. Johnson
Colorado School of Mines President Paul C. Johnson breaks down why Mines leads on critical minerals research, from new campus investments to the alumni network shaping national mineral strategy.