by our College Data Analytics TeamUse the figures below to see the per-credit-hour cost for part-time students at Colorado School of Mines, along with the full annual tuition and fee breakdown.
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For in-state part-time enrollment the rate is $631 per credit. For out-of-state students the figure is $1,428 per credit hour.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $631 | $1,428 |
Keep in mind that the per-credit-hour rate is the sticker price and does not factor in any financial aid or scholarships students may be eligible for.
For context, the standard annual tuition and fees for full-time undergraduates at Colorado School of Mines are listed below.
Required fees account for amounted to $2,984 in-state and $2,984 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,930 | $42,840 |
| Fees | $2,984 | $2,984 |
| Total | $21,914 | $45,824 |
The totals above are for instruction and do not cover housing and meals.
Tuition at Colorado School of Mines has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $17,160 | $38,460 |
| Two Years Ago | $17,520 | $39,600 |
| One Year Ago | $18,390 | $41,580 |
| Most Recent Year | $18,930 | $42,840 |
Year over year, out-of-state tuition increased 3.0%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $47,212 next year.
At most colleges, tuition rises a little each year, so budget for the cost climbing as you progress.
Sketch out a multi-year budget that accounts for likely yearly increases so the later years don’t catch you off guard.
A per-credit-hour figure is only part of the conversation — grant aid and scholarships often reduce what students actually pay.
For a breakdown of aid offered at Colorado School of Mines, see the Colorado School of Mines Financial Aid page.
For full-time annual costs, see the Colorado School of Mines Tuition & Fees page.