- Learn from world-renowned faculty
- Build and extend your professional knowledge and network
- Enjoy the convenience of online learning
- Access resources
Whether you are exploring a new field, gaining skills and knowledge to take your career to the next level or working toward a graduate degree, a Mines certificate program can be the perfect way to meet your educational needs.
Featured Programs
| PROGRAM | CERTIFICATE |
|---|---|
| COMPUTER SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL 12-hour post-baccalaureate certificate featuring classes in computer networks, cryptography, information security and privacy and cyber-physical systems security. | X |
| CYBERSECURITY 12-hour graduate certificate with courses in programming, data science and structures, software engineering and algorithms. | X |
| DATA SCIENCE - COMPUTER SCIENCE 12-hour interdisciplinary graduate certificate that builds your data science knowledge through the lens of computer science. | X |
Students Say
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Computer Science Student
Why Computer Science and Security
Projected job growth 2018-2028, 32% for cybersecurity, 16% for computer science
$81,056 average starting salary (CS master’s)
Ranked #2 Return on Investment by Money Magazine, 2019
#5 for salary potential among public universities, Payscale
Program Costs
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Alumni of Colorado School of Mines are eligible to apply to online programs at no cost and may qualify for other benefits.
General Resources
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
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STUDENT SERVICES
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CONNECTIONS
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