President's Office

President's Office

President's Office

President's Office

President's Office

President's Office

Meet the President

Paul C. Johnson is the 17th President of Colorado School of Mines, in Golden, Colorado. MINES is world-renowned for producing highly sought-after scientists and engineers, innovations and objective analyses, especially in fields relevant to earth, energy and the environment. MINES enrolls about 6,000 students, offers nearly 50 degree programs, and conducts more than $60 million of research projects annually for industry and governmental agencies.

Mines Mission

Our STEM-focused education and research produce the talent, knowledge and solutions to serve industry and benefit society – all to create a more prosperous future. It’s the mission Mines was founded on 150 years ago and where we continue to excel today. We’re a community of innovative leaders and resilient problem-solvers who revel in challenges and work together in order to engineer solutions on Earth and beyond.

Nearing 150

With 2024 in sight, we’re making great progress on the Mines@150 plan.

Success By The Numbers

Jobs Accepted by Industry

Chart of jobs accepted by industry

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positive outcomes for MS graduates, 2019-20

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positive outcomes for BS class 2019-20

Jobs Accepted by Location (MS Graduates)

US map of jobs accepted by Mines graduates