Colorado School of Mines Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Colorado School of Mines
Colorado School of Mines
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
49.2%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Exceptional | |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
How hard is it to get into Colorado School of Mines and can I get accepted? The school has a 49% acceptance rate ranking it #5 in Colorado for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 6,228 out of 12,661 applicants were admitted making Colorado School of Mines a more competitive school to get into with a good chance of acceptance for qualifying applicants. Academically, it has extremely high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 12 percent. Colorado School of Mines typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students. Only 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top ten percent of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1290-1450Applicants Submitting SAT
72%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 630 |
| SAT Math 25th | 660 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1290 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 710 |
| SAT Math 75th | 740 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1450 |
| Average SAT Score | 1370 |
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Colorado School of Mines?
Colorado School of Mines typically requires applicants to be in the top 13 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1290 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1210. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1370 out of 1600. The school ranks #1 in Colorado for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 72 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1450 and Above | Good | >62% |
| 1370 to 1450 | Avg + | 49%-62% |
| 1290 to 1370 | Avg - | 36%-49% |
| 1210 to 1290 | Reach | 25%-36% |
| Less than 1210 | Low | <25% |
Colorado School of Mines ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
28-33Applicants Submitting ACT
57%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 27 |
| ACT Math 25th | 28 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 28 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 34 |
| ACT Math 75th | 33 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 33 |
| Average ACT Score | 30 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Colorado School of Mines?
Admission data indicates that Colorado School of Mines regularly accepts students with ACT's of 28 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 12 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 26 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 30 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 33 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #1 in Colorado for highest average ACT composite score. 57 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Colorado School of Mines.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 33 and Above | Good | >64% |
| 30 to 33 | Avg + | 49%-64% |
| 28 to 30 | Avg - | 39%-49% |
| 26 to 28 | Reach | 29%-39% |
| Less than 26 | Low | <29% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.8Typical High School Grades
A-You will need exceptionally good grades to get into Colorado School of Mines. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Colorado School of Mines was 3.8 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #2 in Colorado for highest average GPA. Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Colorado School of Mines will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 67% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 24% | Avg - |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 8% | Reach |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
66% of Colorado School of Mines freshman were in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 66% |
| Top 25% of class | 93% |
| Top 50% of class | 100% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 0% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 0% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 3,835 | 8,726 | 12,661 |
| Accepted | 2,340 | 3,888 | 6,228 |
| Acceptance Rate | 61% | 45% | 49% |
| Enrolled | 380 | 819 | 1,199 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 16% | 21% | 19% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Apr 1, 2020Days left to Apply
NoneThe application deadline for Fall 2020 has passed. Applications were due on Apr 1, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Colorado School of Mines and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Colorado School of Mines prefer SAT or ACT?
72% of students submit their SAT scores to Colorado School of Mines. 57% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Colorado School of Mines?
49% of those who apply are granted admission to Colorado School of Mines. Admission competition is low and the college has exceptional admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Colorado School of Mines?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1290 and 1450. 72% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Colorado School of Mines?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 28 and 33. 57% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.