Colorado School of Mines ranks No. 3 in the nation for 40-year ROI among public universities
Mines leads among all universities in Colorado on return on investment, according to Georgetown University study
Colorado School of Mines continues to set the standard for long-term value in higher education. According to the most recent data available from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, Mines ranks No. 3 in the nation among public institutions with a predominant bachelor’s degree focus for 40-year return on investment (ROI).
These rankings — based on median ROI using the most current data (2021–2022) on earnings and net price across 551 public institutions — place Mines among the best ROI public colleges in the country, with a proven track record of preparing students for financially rewarding careers.
When expanding the comparison to both public and private nonprofit institutions nationwide (1,549 institutions total), Mines ranks No. 35 in the U.S. for 40-year ROI, outpacing many well-known private universities.
In Colorado, Mines is No. 1 for ROI at the 10-, 15-, 20-, 30-, and 40-year marks, leading among all public and private nonprofit institutions in the state that primarily grant bachelor’s degrees. The university’s leadership across all timeframes reinforces its reputation as a provider of one of the highest paying bachelor's degrees in the state and region.
With programs in engineering, applied sciences, and technology, Mines offers one of the nation's top return on investment engineering degrees. Graduates go on to build careers with enduring impact across industries and communities, demonstrating the lasting value of a Mines education.
About Mines
Colorado School of Mines is a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, producing the talent, knowledge and innovations to serve industry and benefit society – all to create a more prosperous future.
