BS Mining Engineering at Columbia University

Programme overview

Recognizing the rapidly evolving landscape of the industry and the urgent need for skilled professionals, the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering at Columbia is committed to updating and modernizing its Mining Engineering program on a regular basis. We aim to align the curriculum with current industry needs, incorporate technological advancements, and meet the evolving expectations of students.

Faculty: Columbia Engineering (The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science) | Department: Earth and Environmental Engineering | Study mode: full-time | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Curriculum modernization is vital for maintaining the program's competitiveness, attracting top talent, and ensuring graduates are prepared for the mining workplace. The updated curriculum strengthens coverage of environmental regulations, mine closure planning, and circular economy principles within a mining context.

Career pathways

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Application information

USD 72,800 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate tuition for Columbia College and Columbia Engineering, one rate for all undergraduates and not stated per major. Excludes fees ($4,160), housing, food and books. Source

First-year entry is for Fall 2027; applications are accepted for full-time enrolment at Columbia College or Columbia Engineering. Transfer admission is for the fall semester only.

First-year applications for Fall 2027 open August 1. Early Decision deadline is November 1 (financial aid application November 15, decisions mid-December). Regular Decision deadline is January 1 (financial aid February 15, decisions late March, reply by May 1). Apply through the Common Application, the Coalition Application on Scoir or QuestBridge. The application fee is $85, paid online by electronic check or credit card, with fee waivers available. SAT or ACT submission is optional for applicants entering Fall 2027; scores will be required from the 2027-2028 admissions cycle.

Transfer applications for Fall 2027 are due March 1, through the Coalition Application on Scoir. The application fee is $85. Test scores are optional for Fall 2027 entry.

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