Residence Life
Learning through Living at Mines
We believe living on campus fosters student learning, development, and personal growth.
We show dedication to our students by creating experiences and physical spaces that recognize the unique challenges and opportunities of being an Oredigger at Colorado School of Mines.
Academically Focused
We are committed to providing intentional learning by facilitating a safe and academically focused environment.
We challenge and encourage students to be critical thinkers and civically-engaged leaders in a diverse global community.
Important Campus Events
New Years Day: January 1, 2026
(University Closed)
Winter Break: December 22, 2025 – January 11, 2026
(University Open December 22 – 23, 2025; January 5 – 9, 2026)
Residence Halls Re-Open: January 10, 2026
New students move in from 8:00AM – 12:00PM
Returning students may return at 12:00PM
First Day of Spring Classes: January 12, 2026
Resident Advisor Applications Close: January 15, 2026 at 11:59PM
Martin Luther King Day – Campus Closed: January 19, 2026
Census Day: January 28, 2026
Career Days: February 3 – 4, 2026
Second-Year Housing Process: February 9 – 13, 2026
President’s Day Break: February 16 -17, 2026
(University Open, No Classes)
Spring Break: March 23 – 27, 2026
(University Open, No Classes)
E-Days: April 17 – 19, 2026
Last Day of Spring Classes: May 6, 2026
Review Day: May 7, 2026
Finals Week: May 8 – 13, 2026
Commencement: May 14 – 15, 2026
Residence Halls Close: May 15, 2026 @ 12:00PM sharp
Memorial Day: May 25, 2026
(University Closed)
Juneteenth: June 19, 2026
University Closed
Independence Day (Observed): July 3, 2026
University Closed
First-Year Housing Move-In Dates Assigned: July 10, 2026
The Village at Mines Park Move-In: July 31, 2026
Second-Year Housing Move-In: August 12, 2026
1750 Jackson Street Apartments and Lookout Apartments
First-Year Housing Hall Move-In: August 15 – 16, 2026
Elm Hall, Maple Hall, Spruce Hall, Weaver Towers, The Traditional Halls
Helluva Welcome Week: August 15 – 22, 2026
Fall Classes Begin: August 24, 2026
Labor Day: September 7, 2026
(University Closed)
Census Day: September 9, 2026
Career Days: September 15 – 16, 2026
Homecoming: October 2 – 3, 2026
Fall Break: October 12 – 13, 2026
(University Open, No Classes)
Family & Friends Weekend: October 23 – 25, 2026
Spring Housing Applications Open: November 1
First-Year Housing, Second-Year Housing, The Village at Mines Park
Thanksgiving Break: November 25 – 27, 2026
November 25: University Open (no classes)
November 26 – 27: University Closed
Last Day of Fall Classes: December 9, 2026
Review Day: December 10, 2026
No classes
Finals Week: December 11 – 16, 2026
Residence Halls Close: December 18, 2026 @12:00PM sharp
Fall Commencement: December 19, 2026
Winter Break: December 21, 2026 – January 10 2027
University Open: December 21 – 24, 2026; January 4 – 10, 2027
University Closed: December 25, 2026 – January 1, 2027