Colorado School of Mines

Colorado School of Mines is very difficult to get into. Around 58% of applicants get into Colorado School of Mines each year. Out of 10,886 applications received in 2023, 6,314 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to Colorado School of Mines, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 1/15 and the application fee costs $50.

Colorado School of Mines Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Colorado School of Mines's admissions stats.

Colorado School of Mines 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	57%
Mean SAT Score	1399
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	45%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	24%
Waitlist	Yes

Colorado School of Mines Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Colorado School of Mines.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	–
Regular Decision	Yes	1 15	–

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Considering Applying Early to Colorado School of Mines?

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Colorado School of Mines does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1.

Some students apply to college early to help their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it is a way to show that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Colorado School of Mines Admissions

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Transferring to Colorado School of Mines

Transfer student admissions is very difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Colorado School of Mines

In 2022, Colorado School of Mines waitlisted 765 students and 224 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 6 eventually were offered a spot.

What Does Colorado School of Mines Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Colorado School of Mines

What does Colorado School of Mines consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Colorado School of Mines for more information on admission factors.

Colorado School of Mines 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Colorado School of Mines, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Colorado School of Mines's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	3.8	–	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Other Requirements	–	√	–	rank in upper quartile of high school class
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Colorado School of Mines?

Students admitted to Colorado School of Mines have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8. Colorado School of Mines considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 43% submitted a class rank. At Colorado School of Mines 57% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 87% were in the top 25% and 98% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Colorado School of Mines, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	23%
3.75 and 3.99	53%
3.50 and 3.74	20%
3.25 and 3.49	4%
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Colorado School of Mines directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Colorado School of Mines is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 45% of Colorado School of Mines's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 24% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Colorado School of Mines?

To be competitive with other Colorado School of Mines applicants, you should aim to earn between 1340 and 1460 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Colorado School of Mines 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1460 and 25% of scored lower than 1340, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Colorado School of Mines student is 1399.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Colorado School of Mines students scored 760 or higher and 75% of students scored 650 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Colorado School of Mines students scored 728 or higher, and 75% scored a 650 or higher.

To be most competitive at Colorado School of Mines, you should strive to earn between 30 and 33 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 33 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Colorado School of Mines's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 33, and three out of four students scored lower than 33 on the ACT.

A 30 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Colorado School of Mines students. Only one out of every four students scored below 30.

More Information on Transferring to Colorado School of Mines

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Colorado School of Mines.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is May 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Colorado School of Mines during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Colorado School of Mines Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Colorado School of Mines?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Colorado School of Mines.

Does Colorado School of Mines accept transfer credits?

✅ Colorado School of Mines accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Colorado School of Mines accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Colorado School of Mines does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Colorado School of Mines?

❌ No, Colorado School of Mines is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Colorado School of Mines's acceptance rate?

✅ Colorado School of Mines has an acceptance rate of 58%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Colorado School of Mines?

❌ Colorado School of Mines does not offer early decision.

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