- Learn from world-renowned faculty
- Build and extend your professional knowledge and network
- Enjoy the convenience of online learning
- Access resources
The Mines online experience offers the same engaging and cutting-edge programs you’ll find in the classroom—but delivered conveniently in your home or other off-campus locations. Courses are built, managed and supported by our world-class faculty and staff, creating a virtual experience that lives up to the exceptional education Mines is known for.
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 |
|---|---|
| ENERGY GEOPHYSICS 12-hour graduate certificate with courses designed to strengthen geophysical skills through advanced formation evaluation, advanced seismology and more. | X |
Students Say
“I am confident that both the quality and variety of coursework I complete during my time at Mines will prepare me to be the best possible engineer in a professional setting.”
Michael Byckoyski
Why Petroleum
Projected job growth 2019-2029, 5% for geoscientists
$103,400 average geophysicist (master’s) salary
Ranked #2 Return on Investment by Money Magazine, 2019
#5 for salary potential among public universities, Payscale
Program Costs
Tuition for Mines online programs is $999 per credit hour. Employer contributions are routinely applied to cover a portion of this cost.
Serious about a Mines program? Let us help you consider payment options, identify employer contributions and more. We’re here to help.
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
Tutoring, Writing Center, Library, bookstore, software access and more.
STUDENT SERVICES
Tech help, Disability Services, Career Services, Veteran Services, Blastercard, counseling and more.
CONNECTIONS
Online student organizations, alumni connections, Dean of Students and more.