Colorado School of Mines is a public research university focused on science and engineering, producing the talent, knowledge and solutions to serve industry and benefit society - all to create a more prosperous future.
Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines' scope and mission have evolved to meet the needs of industry and society, producing distinctive graduates and revolutionary innovations, with impact to the energy, aerospace, civil infrastructure and construction, defense, IT, advanced manufacturing ,and minerals industries...and much more.