Get Started with Financial Aid for Transfer Students
Scholarship Information
The Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship is available to transfer students. If you are a member of Phi Theta Kappa and are pursuing your first bachelor’s degree, you may be eligible for a scholarship from Mines. You must also be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. Submit your Phi Theta Kappa membership certificate to the Financial Aid Office to apply.
Scholarship Renewal:
The Phi Theta Kappa scholarship is awarded for 3 years (6 semesters) of undergraduate coursework for fall/spring semesters. This scholarship does not apply to summer. Your Phi Theta Kappa scholarship will automatically renew each academic year as long as you pass a minimum of 24 credits (fall/spring) and maintain a minimum 2.500 cumulative GPA. You have the right to an appeal to reinstate your scholarship if you do not meet the requirements for renewal.
Residency Changes:
If your residency classification changes, your scholarship eligibility will be re-evaluated based on your revised residency.
General Scholarship Application:
You are invited to complete the General Scholarship Application! This application is not required to be evaluated for the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Scholarship. The application is available in the Scholarship Portal, found at my.mines.edu, beginning in mid-November and closes on March 1st. The priority date for completion will be March 1st for the Fall semester. Review of applications will begin at that time. Along with foundation scholarships, you may also apply for the following scholarships through the Scholarship Portal once the General Application is submitted.
Jefferson County Transfer Scholarship
Transfer students who reside in Jefferson County (CO) and are classified as Colorado residents, will be eligible to apply through the Scholarship Portal. Applicants must have documented high financial need based on the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is required each year by the April 1st priority deadline for the following academic year. Students transferring from Red Rocks Community College will be given priority. The Jefferson County Transfer Scholarship is renewable for a maximum of six semesters or three years as long as funding remains available. Students must maintain a 2.500 cumulative GPA and successfully complete 24 credit hours per academic year (fall/spring). The amounts will vary. This scholarship is available due to the generosity of the Harvey Foundation through the Mines Foundation and the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) through the Colorado Department of Higher Education.
Additional Information:
Should you be offered an additional scholarship from Mines, excluding athletic and music scholarships, you will receive the scholarship of the higher amount.
If you receive additional scholarship awards from non-Mines sources your Mines scholarship will not be reduced unless the outside scholarship is specifically for tuition and fees or the amount is more than the cost of attendance. Outside scholarships may affect other need-based assistance Mines offers based on the information you provide on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Your total assistance from all sources (including grants, scholarships, work-study and student loans) cannot exceed the total cost of education.
Requests for extension are handled on a case-by-case basis. Extensions cannot be granted for graduate courses. Please contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Mines does not participate in the WICHE-WUE undergraduate tuition exchange.
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Estimated Cost of Attendance for 2024-2025
In addition to these university-related expenses, there are other costs you'll incur individually throughout the school year. These include off-campus housing, food, books, course materials, and allowances for personal expenses and transportation. These are collectively referred to as "living expenses."
The key benefit of including these allowances is that you can use your financial aid to help cover these "living expenses." The inclusion in the Cost of Attendance ensures that you have the necessary funds to manage all the facets of your college life beyond just tuition and fees. The Cost of Attendance serves as your financial guide, addressing both university charges and the various expenses you'll encounter as you pursue your education.
| Expense | Cost | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | $43,447 Resident | $67,447 Non-Resident | This is the “full” price, before any aid and includes all budget items listed below. |
| Tuition | $18,840 Resident after COF | $42,840 Non-Resident | Tuition is the cost the school charges for instruction. This number is for 15-19 credits. |
| Mandatory Fees | $2,972 | Mandatory fees help fund student clubs, organizations, and the student recreation center. This fee covers your unlimited access to the gym, fitness classes, and student organization events. |
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| Housing | $12,537 | This is the budget for living off-campus. If you plan to live on-campus, you can find rates here: Click here for residence hall rates. | |
| Food | $4,248 | Off-campus students are not required to have a meal plan. There are commuter plans available. Click here for dining plan rates. | |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment | $1,500 | This out-of-pocket expense can vary depending on the student, but we use this number to calculate your financial aid eligibility. | |
| Personal Allowance | $1,746 | This out-of-pocket expense covers things like entertainment, clothes, and other personal items. It can vary depending on the student, but we use this number to calculate your financial aid eligibility. | |
| Transportation Allowance | $1,548 | This out-of-pocket expense can vary depending on the student. It is for transportation once the student is on campus. | |
| Loan Fees | $56 | Fee associated with students borrowing a loan. | |
Types of Assistance
- Financial Aid uses the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Beginning in February, you can see if Mines has received your FAFSA on Trailhead.
- Mines does not use the CSS Profile. The FAFSA is used to award most types of aid. The Mines Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship does not require an application other than submission of your membership certificate.
Grants:
Grants are awarded based on information from the FAFSA. State and institutional grants are need-based and influenced by FAFSA information and other types of aid. Grants do not need to be repaid and are not automatically renewable. Funding levels may change annually and eligibility thresholds can be adjusted.
Work Study:
Work Study awards are based on the FAFSA. Students who are enrolled at least half-time (6 credits) may qualify for work study. These funds go to pay a student’s paycheck for hours worked in an on-campus job. The funds are distributed directly to the student as a paycheck and do not go toward tuition/fees. A student may reject their work study award if they do not want to work on campus by contacting the Financial Aid Office.
Get more information on student employment
Direct Student Loans:
Direct Loans are federal loans (formerly called Stafford) awarded to all eligible students who complete a FAFSA. The type(s) of loan offered is/are based on your FAFSA. The subsidized loan is need-based on which interest is paid by the federal government during in-school, grace and deferment periods. The unsubsidized loan is available to all qualified students regardless of need. Payments on both loans are deferred until 6 months after graduation or a student drops below half-time enrollment (6 credits). Both loans have an origination fee of 1.059% and a fixed interest rate. The interest rate is fixed for the life of the loan when it is originated.
Loan amounts are not based on income; they are set by federal statute based on grade level in college:
| Dependent Students per FAFSA | Annual Loan Limit | Maximum Subsidized |
|---|---|---|
| First-Year (0-29.5 Earned Credits) | $5,500 | $3,500 subsidized |
| Sophomore (30-59.5 Earned Credits) | $6,500 | $4,500 subsidized |
| Junior or Senior (60+ Earned Credits) | $7,500 | $5,500 subsidized |
| Independent Students per FAFSA | Annual Loan Limit | Maximum Subsidized |
|---|---|---|
| First-Year (0-29.5 Earned Credits) | $9,500 | $3,500 subsidized |
| Sophomore (30-59.5 Earned Credits) | $10,500 | $4,500 subsidized |
| Junior or Senior (60+ Earned Credits) | $12,500 | $5,500 subsidized |
| Graduate | $20,500 | – |
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Direct Parent PLUS Loans:
Parent PLUS Loans are federal loans available to parents of undergraduate students. Parents must pass an online credit check that looks for negative credit factors like delinquency and bankruptcy. The amount of the loan is based upon what the parent requests up to the student’s cost of attendance; the maximum allowable amount will be listed in Trailhead once the student is awarded. A FAFSA must be on file before an application will be considered. Parents may apply for PLUS loans beginning June 1, 2024.
More information on parent PLUS loans
Additional Financing Options:
- Private Education Loans:
Private Loans are made through banks, credit unions, or other financial institutions. Mines does not have any preferred providers for private loans. If you are interested in a private loan, you will want to apply in June. - Payment Plans:
Payment Plans are offered through the Bursar’s Office. You can contact them at bursar@mines.edu. - More information on the Mines Payment Plan
Awarding will begin in Spring. You can view your awards on Trailhead.
Access Your Financial Aid Information
You will receive an email when you have aid to view in Trailhead.
Once you have been awarded, the Financial Aid section of Trailhead will allow you to:
- View Aid
- View scholarships, grants, loans and work study
- Access your College Financing Plan (can be saved or printed and used as an official "award" letter)
- View Cost of Attendance for budgeting purposes (listed on your general overview)
If you do not see any aid, please view your Requirements in Trailhead:
- Check to see that we received your FAFSA
- Ensure there are no missing requirements needed to confirm your award. Not all requirements prevent you being offered aid. The primary requirement would be a rejected FAFSA or proof of Independent Status. Outstanding requirements are found in Trailhead>Requirements>View your Requirements.
Contact Info
Mailing address:
Colorado School of Mines
Financial Aid Office
1301 19th Street
Golden, CO 80401
Office Location:
Ben Parker Student Center, E160
1200 16th St
Golden, CO 80401
303-273-3301
Toll-free: 1-888-446-9489
finaid@mines.edu
For scholarship questions, email scholarship@mines.edu
More information:
For billing issues contact: Bursar's Office 303-273-3158
For health insurance waivers contact: Student Health Insurance 303-273-3388
For College Opportunity Fund contact: Registrar's Office 303-273-3200
For information on Veteran Affairs contact: Registrar's Office 303-273-3200