Colorado School of Mines

For fall 2027 undergraduate entry, Early Action closes 1 November 2026 and Regular Decision closes 15 January 2027. Graduate deadlines are set by each department, with most master's programmes closing around 15 December to 1 February for fall and 1 October for spring.

Undergraduates start in the fall (August). Most master's programmes, including petroleum, mining, computer science and electrical engineering, also admit for spring (January). Check your programme's admissions page to confirm.

You need an F-1 student visa. The International Student and Scholar Services office issues your Form I-20 after you accept the offer and submit proof of funding. Then pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160 and book an interview at a US embassy or consulate.

Petroleum engineering, mining engineering, computer science, electrical engineering and geological engineering attract the most international applicants. Graduate admission needs a bachelor's degree in a related field with a GPA of at least 3.0, TOEFL 79 or IELTS 6.5, and the GRE for some programmes. Undergraduate admission is selective, with an acceptance rate around 55%.

Yes. International undergraduates are automatically considered for merit scholarships based on their grades when they apply by the Early Action deadline, though need-based aid is not available. Graduate students can apply for teaching and research assistantships, which are common in mining, petroleum and geology.