United States · Golden, CO
Colorado School of Mines
Elite engineering focused on earth and energy.
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Admission at Colorado School of Mines
Colorado School of Mines admits about 56% of applicants, which makes it less selective. Admission is holistic: four years of transcript and course rigor first, then essays and activities, then recommendations and test scores. Grades and rigor carry most of the decision; well-written essays and a clear intended major help at the margin.
GCC applicants: international curricula (IB, American Diploma with APs, A-levels) are read in their own terms. English proficiency tests are usually waived for English-medium schools; check the university's waiver rule. Saudi students on a Ministry scholarship should confirm the programme is on the approved list before applying Early Decision.
Colorado School of Mines supplemental essays, 2026-27
- Periodic table element essay (optional)250 words
What element on the periodic table best represents you and why?
- Why Mines / Oredigger essay (optional)250 words
Why do you want to be an Oredigger? You can share what you want to study, your future involvement and activities, or anything else about the Mines experience that excites you.
Every US applicant also writes the Common App personal statement: 650 words, seven prompts. Admitify's coach reads drafts line by line and never writes for the student.
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Engineering · Physical Sciences · Computer Science
Data verified September 2026. Universities change requirements each cycle; confirm on mines.edu before you apply. Spotted a change? Tell us.