Colorado School of Mines, including the Office of Admissions, is Closed on Monday, May 26, 2025 in observance of Memorial Day.
Still want to explore campus? Check out the self-guided tour option.
Visits and Events
On campus, virtually or in your area – we want you to get to know Mines.
Up-to-Date Visit and Event Status
NO VISITS OR EVENTS
Closed Memorial Day - May 26
Weather delays, cancelations and other important information will appear here.
FEATURED VISIT
Discover Mines – Sept. 27, 2025
Mines invites prospective students and their families to join us on campus to get all your questions answered, make connections and learn about what makes Mines unique! This all-day event is a firsthand look at being an Oredigger.
Select Your Visit
Explore all visits and events below or filter using the top categories listed. When you are ready, click to learn more and to sign up to attend.
You’ll find options for on-campus tours, events, virtual webinars, one-on-one appointments and more. There are options for everyone including a 360 virtual tour that you can access online anytime and don’t forget our admissions team is always on the road and could be in a city near you!
Accepted Student Information Session and Campus Tour
Duration - 2 Hours – On Campus
Date - Available Mondays and Fridays
Audience - Accepted First-Year Students
Description - Join us for a 30-minute information session for accepted students led by an admissions team member followed by a 90-minute walking tour with a student ambassador.
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Combined Graduate Program Information Session
Duration - 30 Minutes - On Campus
Audience - Current Mines Undergraduate Students
Description - In this session you will learn how to get started, how to apply and funding opportunities. You will also have a chance to talk one-on-one with a graduate recruiter.
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Find an Event Near You
Duration - Durations Vary
Date - Dates Vary
Audience - Accepted | Prospective Students
Description - Can't make it to Mines? Then we'll come to you! Explore the map to view our upcoming recruitment events and learn more about life at Mines.
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Graduate Program Information Session
Duration - 30 Minutes - Virtual
Audience - Prospective Graduate Students
Description - In this virtual online webinar, you will learn how to get started with graduate school at Mines. Walk through the steps on how to apply and funding opportunities that may be available for your program.
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Graduate Recruiter Virtual One-on-One Appointment
Duration - 30 Minutes - Virtual
Date - Available Monday - Friday
Audience - Prospective Graduate Students
Description - Connect with our Graduate Admissions team virtually. During this informal meeting, you’ll meet with a Mines graduate recruiter and have the opportunity to ask all of your questions about the application process, academic programs, student services and more.
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Group Tours and School Visits
Duration - 1.5 Hours – On Campus
Date - Select Wednesdays
Audience - High School Students
Description - Whether you're with a high school, TRIO program or another student organization, group visits are a great way to explore campus together. Teachers, counselors or program leaders can schedule.
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Make it Mines – Accepted Student Event
Duration - All-Day Event – On Campus
Date - Dates To Be Announced
Audience - Accepted First-Year Students
Description - Join us on campus to get all your questions answered, make connections and learn about what makes Mines unique!
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Nov. 15 – Discover Mines
Duration - All-Day Event - On Campus
Date - Saturday, Nov. 15
Audience - Prospective Students
Description - Join us on campus to get all your questions answered, make connections and learn about what makes Mines unique!
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Prospective Student Information Session and Campus Tour
Duration - 2 Hours – On Campus
Date - Available Monday - Friday
Audience - Prospective First-Year Students
Description - Join us for a 30-minute information session for prospective students led by an admissions team member followed by a 90-minute walking tour with a student ambassador.
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Self-Guided Walking Tour
Duration - 1 Hour – On Campus
Date - Anytime You'd Like!
Audience - All Students
Description - This one-mile walking tour begins at the Starzer Welcome Center, home to the Admissions Office, and takes approximately one hour to complete.
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Sept. 27 – Discover Mines
Duration - All-Day Event - On Campus
Date - Saturday, Sept. 27
Audience - Prospective Students
Description - Join us on campus to get all your questions answered, make connections and learn about what makes Mines unique!
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Transfer Student Community College Visits and Events
Duration - Visit Length Varies
Date - Dates Vary
Audience - Local Community Colleges Attendees
Description - Meet our Transfer Admissions Counselor at local community colleges for personalized advising sessions, information sessions and more.
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Transfer Student Information Session and Campus Tour
Duration - 1.75 Hours – On Campus
Date - Availability Varies
Audience - Transfer Students
Description - Join us for a 30-minute information session for transfer students led by an admissions team member followed by a 75-minute walking tour with a student ambassador.
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Transfer Virtual Appointment
Duration - 30 Minutes – Virtual
Date - Availability Varies
Audience - Transfer Students
Description - Schedule a 30-minute virtual appointment with our Transfer Admissions Counselor. Get guidance on the transfer process, application timelines, credit evaluation and more.
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Virtual Appointment With Your Admissions Counselor
Duration - 30 Minutes – Virtual
Date - Available Monday - Friday
Audience - Accepted or Prospective Students
Description - Schedule a 30-minute virtual appointment/meeting with your admissions counselor.
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Virtual Campus Tour
Duration - Virtual
Date - Anytime You'd Like!
Audience - Anyone!
Description - The virtual campus tour begins at Guggenheim Hall and can be explored virtually at your own pace. Make sure to check out all the marked spots and videos!
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Virtual Tour
Click below to explore campus online anytime with the 360 virtual tour.
Department Meetings
If you are interested in meeting with a department or faculty member, use the link below for contact information.
Meetings are offered at the discretion of individual departments or professors.
Past Webinars
At Colorado School of Mines, we want to make sure you have all the information you need. Take a look at some of the past webinars to help you navigate the process.
Residence Life: The On-Campus Living Experience
All the details on residence life and the two-year live on requirement for first-year students. Topics include residence hall options, the housing application process and more.
What’s Next: Accepted Student Webinar
After being accepted to Mines, take a look at your next steps to get ready to become an oredigger.
Scholarship Opportunities
A webinar with The Mines PASCAL center taking a look at scholarship opportunities for undergraduate students.
Applying to Colorado School Of Mines
Learn about a variety of topics, including admission requirements, tips and tricks, essays and more.
Graduate Program Information Session
In this session, learn how to get started, how to apply and funding opportunities for graduate programs at Mines.
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Hello from Golden, Colorado
Colorado School of Mines is located in Historic Golden, Colorado – just 15 minutes from downtown Denver and 45 minutes from the mountain slopes.
While in Golden, experience world-class outdoor recreation, shopping, perfect food and drink options and more. Nearby, you may also recognize the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, a frequent research collaborator and Coors Brewing Company.
Take a look at our visitors guide to experience more than just Mines. Recommendations on things to do, accommodations, parking and more.
Getting Here
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Starzer Welcome Center1812 Illinois St. |
Starzer Welcome Center
Office Hours & Info
Questions?
Reach out to the Office of Admissions regarding visit opportunities.
Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: (303) 384-2027
Email: admissions@mines.edu
Graduate Admissions
Phone: (303) 273-3247
Email: grad-admissions@mines.edu
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time
Hours subject to change depending on events on campus, staff travel schedules and major holidays.
Parking
There are two suggested lots for visitors directly next to the Starzer Welcome Center. Both lots are indicated by visitor parking flags.
If you are attending an admissions event or campus tour, check your confirmation email for the best place to park along with a validation code to enter at the parking kiosk along with your license plate number to waive your parking fee.
Pay station parking locations and map can be found on the parking services site. All parking, including streets are zoned and monitored so be sure to look for posted signs.
Campus parking is free after 5:00 p.m. and on weekends.