Summer Courses
Colorado School of Mines
Power Up, Step Up or Catch Up with Summer Courses
Ready to make a splash this summer? Choose from more than 100 summer courses and accelerate time to degree completion, improve your GPA, or take the classes you need to graduate on time. Summer courses through Mines will count towards your graduation completion (note if you’re planning to take a class at another institution, you’ll need approval to transfer the credit).
Are you an incoming first-year student? Get to know your classmates and faculty earlier than the fall start and shorten your journey to graduation by getting a jump start on your time at Mines this summer.
If you’re a continuing student and need assistance choosing a course or need guidance about major or minor requirements, connect with an academic advisor through CASA.
By taking summer courses through Mines, you can be confident that your course will count!
Important Dates
March 31: Summer Registration Opens
May 12: Early Summer Courses Begin
June 23: Late Summer Courses Begin
POWER UP
Get ahead and graduate earlier
STEP UP
Retake for the possibility of a new grade
CATCH UP
Take the classes you need to graduate on time
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Soak up summer vibes in Golden or take classes online from the comfort of your couch (or the beach, mountain, or anywhere with an internet connection). Choose from 100+ campus or online courses!
SUMMER ENROLLMENT FAQ’S
How do I register for summer courses?
Is there priority registration for summer?
Registration for continuing students opens March 31st for Summer 2025 classes. New summer admitted students are eligible to register once they’ve submitted their intent to enroll. Students who are admitted for Fall, but would like to take classes during the summer, should contact the Admissions office.
Is financial aid available for summer courses?
Summer is part of the 2024-2025 FAFSA year, with four types of summer financial aid available: grants, federal loans, Mines loans, private loans. Learn more about summer financial aid.
Can I take courses online?
Yes! Summer courses are available both online and on campus. See the course schedule to check which modality is available for the course you need. To view only online courses, use ‘Distance Courses’ for the Schedule Type in the Advanced Search options.
I’m a current student, who do I go to with questions about summer courses?
If you’re a current student, connect with your advisor.
I’m an incoming first-year student, who do I go to with questions about summer?
If you’re an incoming first-year student who wants to start this summer instead of fall, contact our Admissions team for next steps and ask about Summer Early Entry Enrollment (E3).