Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Minor
Enhance your Mines degree
This minor program focuses on the study of metals, alloys, and materials, with an emphasis on their properties, processing, and applications. Students gain knowledge in areas such as material science, metallurgy, and materials characterization, complementing their primary major and preparing them for careers in industries like manufacturing, materials research, and engineering.


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16:1 student-facility ratio

On-campus Innovation District

R1 research classification

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Signature student experiences


Go farther with a specialization
The metallurgical and materials engineering minor will enhance undergraduates’ technical expertise and problem-solving abilities while preparing them to meet the industry’s challenges. Undergraduate students have the following degree options:
- Minor (18 credits)
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Mines’ financial assistance program awards more than $60 million per year, and over 82 percent of the student body receives some form of financial aid.