| Institution | Colorado School of Mines |
|---|---|
| Location | Golden, Colorado |
| Program | Civil Engineering |
| Degree | BS |
| Accrediting commission | Engineering Accreditation Commission |
| Accreditation dates | Oct 1, 2012 to Present |
| Next general review | 2031 |
| Campus | Main Campus |
| Distance learning | Less than half of content |
| Institution website | www.mines.edu |
Hiring notes for firm owners
Graduates of this program finish an EAC-accredited civil engineering degree, which is the standard education path to the FE exam and a PE license in every state. That makes them straightforward EIT hires for firms working in Colorado.
ABET has accredited the program since 2012, so alumni from it are likely already working at agencies and firms around Golden. Alumni already on your staff are the easiest way into its career fairs and capstone projects.
The statewide median wage for civil engineers in Colorado is $101,420 (BLS OEWS May 2025). Entry offers usually sit well below the median; see the Colorado salary page and the salary by role guide to set them.
6 accredited civil engineering programs operate in Colorado. If you recruit across the state, pair this school with University of Colorado Boulder, University of Colorado Boulder, United States Air Force Academy.
Related
- All accredited programs in Colorado
- How to recruit from universities
- Colorado PE licensure
- FE exam guide
Source: ABET accredited program search (amspub.abet.org), Engineering Accreditation Commission, current bachelor's programs in the civil curricular area. Accreditation status can change; confirm on ABET before relying on it.
