Colorado School of Mines Email Format
Higher EducationColorado, United States5001-10000 Employees
The Colorado School of Mines is a public research university in Golden, Colorado, focused on engineering and applied science. It maintains high admissions standards, among the most selective for public universities in Colorado and in the United States. Its curriculum and research emphasize responsible stewardship of the earth and its resources, with broad expertise in resource exploration, extraction, production, and utilization. Founded in 1874, Mines combines rigorous study with opportunities for individual attention that reflect its size. In June 2026, the university announced a collaborative effort to design, construct, and operate a rare earth processing facility in Louisiana, partnering with ElementUSA, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Principal Mineral, and Rare Earth Technologies Inc. to process red mud from bauxite.