Overview

Using a combination of mathematics, physics, geology, chemistry, hydrology and computer science, students in the Geophysical Engineering program of Colorado School of Mines will learn how to analyze the planet’s complex interior, inferring the properties and processes within from measurements collected at the surface, in boreholes and from aircraft and satellites. Graduates are prepared to play a role in providing resources for a growing population, mitigating the threat of earthquakes, volcanoes and other geohazards, exploring other planets and more.

Career outcomes

Many of the university incoming students ask: what does a geophysical engineer do? Earning an undergraduate degree in geophysics prepares students for an engaging and versatile career in the world of geophysics. Following graduation, many of our geophysics students have gone on to rewarding geophysical engineer jobs, such as:

Geophysicist
Engineering Geophysicist
Atmospheric Scientist
Geomagnetician
Exploration Geophysicist
Geothermal Specialist
Professor
Seismologist
Meteorologist
Planetologist

And more. With a degree in geophysics, you’ll have the skills, foundational knowledge and versatility to begin a career that sparks your passions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Earth and Environmental Systems
Calculus For Scientists and Engineers
Geophysical Data Analysis
Mathematical Geophysics
Differential Equations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Rolling admissions based on space available after January 15.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Golden, United States

Disciplines

Earth Sciences View 449 other Bachelors in Earth Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

International students must meet the same admission requirements and will be included in the same selection process as U.S. citizens and permanent residents.

Complete the online application.

Submit your high school transcript, credential evaluation & evidence of English proficiency.

Pay the $75 usd application fee via your applicant portal.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

44130 USD / year

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Out-of-State

44130 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

19500 USD / year

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Living costs

Golden

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

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