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| Major | Graduates | Earnings (4yr) |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 313 | $83,162 |
| Computer Science | 125 | $110,684 |
| Chemical Engineering | 104 | $82,472 |
| Petroleum Engineering | 84 | $101,481 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering | 77 | $93,671 |
| Civil Engineering | 67 | $79,720 |
| Geological/Geophysical Engineering | 55 | $72,556 |
| Engineering Physics | 51 | $87,900 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering | 46 | $75,799 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 43 | $84,905 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | 36 | $87,437 |
| Applied Mathematics | 25 | $76,575 |
| Mining and Mineral Engineering | 14 | $104,994 |
| Chemistry | 10 | $56,239 |
| Economics | 6 | — |
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Reflect on a time when you had to collaborate with individuals whose backgrounds, culture, experiences, or viewpoints are different from your own. How did this experience impact your understanding of your own identity and how do you think this experience will influence your approach in building inclusive teams?
Please share a bit more about your academic interests. Why did you choose Mines and what do you hope to study? If you are undecided, what area(s) of study are you considering? What has inspired your interests in these areas? Think about your prior/current coursework, extracurricular activities, work/volunteer experiences, future goals, or anything else that has shaped your interests.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Last updated January 2026.