Application Checklist –
Non-Degree and
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Frequently Asked Questions

Prospective Students:

1. What are the application deadlines?
2. How do I apply for financial assistance?
3. What resources are available if I don't receive aid from the academic dept?
4. What are the minimum acceptable GRE and TOEFL scores and GPA?
5. What are the tuition rates?
6. What are the admission requirements for a specific graduate program?
7. What housing is available for graduate students?
8. When will I receive my visa paperwork if I've been accepted?
9. How do I establish Colorado residency for tuition purposes?
10. I am a former CSM student. How can I be re-admitted to my program?

1. What are the application deadlines?

Students wishing to apply for graduate admission should submit complete applications by the following dates:

Fall:
January 15 - Priority consideration for financial support (March 1 for dept Chemistry applicants)
April 1 - International student deadline
July 1 - Domestic student deadline (March 15 for Dept of Geology applicants)

Spring:
September 1 - International student deadline
November 1 - Domestic student deadline

Students wishing to submit applications beyond the final deadline should consult with the individual academic department.

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2. How do I apply for financial assistance?

Awarding of all fellowships and assistantships is handled by the academic departments in conjunction with the admissions review process. Since competition for financial support is high, new students are encouraged to apply for admission early. The Application for Admission includes a section regarding financial support. Students applying for Fall admission should submit their COMPLETE application packet by January 1 for priority consideration. Notification of financial awards is usually done at the time of admission notification.

The Graduate Office does not award funding. If you have questions regarding a specific award or whether or not funds are still available, you must contact the academic department to which you are applying.

To apply for student loans you must contact the Financial Aid Office.

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3. What resources are available if I don't receive aid from the academic department?

Numerous outside fellowships and financial aid search engines are available for students looking for additional funding support. Visit Tuition Costs & Financial Aid to start searching. You can also contact the CSM Financial Aid Office.

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4. What are the minimum acceptable GRE scores, TOEFL scores, and GPA?

We require an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better for graduate studies at CSM. International students must submit minimum TOEFL scores of 550 (PBT) or 213 (CBT) or 79 (IBT) with minimum section scores as follows:

	Internet	Computer	Paper
Reading	20	20	54
Listening	21	21	55
Writing	17	22	55
Total	79	213	550

We do not have set minimums for the GRE however scores are required for most programs. Average scores accepted can be found at Admissions and Enrollment Statistics.

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5. What are the tuition rates?

Tuition rates for the current academic year are available at http://www.mines.edu/admiss/grad/tuition.htm.

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6. What are the admission requirements for a specific graduate program?

Most graduate programs have the same admission requirements: application for admission, statement of goals, GRE scores, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, transcripts, and TOEFL scores (for international students). Exceptions are: Environmental Science & Engineering Executive Program does not require the GRE, Mining Engineering graduate programs do not require the GRE, Economics & Business Division will accept GMAT scores in lieu of GRE.

A checklist is available for your reference.

Application Requirements US
Application Requirements International

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7. What housing is available for graduate students?

Numerous options are available for graduate students both on- and off-campus. On campus housing is available in the newly expanded Mines Park complex. This apartment style housing offers 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments. Family housing is also available in this complex.

Additional information and resources for new students can be found at CSM Housing.

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8. When will I receive my visa paperwork if I've been accepted?

As a new international student you must formally indicate your intention to enroll at CSM for graduate study before your visa paperwork is issued. We must also receive your International Student Financial Statement indicating you have the funds to support your studies. The International Student Services Office handles all visa issues and can answer additional questions.

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9. How do I establish Colorado residency for tuition purposes?

The Registrar's Office handles all requests for Colorado residency for tuition purposes. The process takes 12 months and the tuition rate will go into effect the semester following your status change. The process as explained in the Graduate Bulletin is available in pdf format. Registration and Residency

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10. I am a former CSM student. How can I be readmitted to my program?

If you completed an official withdrawal, you will need to notify your academic department and have an approval memo/email sent to the Graduate Office, Attn: Linda Powell. We will then set you back up in your program with a new start term.If you did not formally withdraw or take a leave of absence, you will need to get an official re-admission memo from the department admitting you back into the program which you left. You will also be charged a $200 readmission fee prior to being allowed to register.

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