Colorado School of Mines

Colorado School of Mines

Golden, CO, USA
Public
4 Year

Jenna's Review

Review of Colorado School of Mines

from Grand Junction, CO

Describe your college in three sentences.

CSM is a great engineering school. When I visited CSM I immediately knew this is where I wanted to further my education. The atmosphere at CSM is great, the professors are the best, and student life is just what I wanted. Golden is an awesome small town with all the amenities a student needs. Students are very friendly and willing to help each other out. Denver is only 20minutes away. There are a lot of great recreation to do around the school and golden.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

CSM is not a party school. Make sure you are ready to study, the classes will challenge even the most intelligent. Tutor program is good.

Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?

Classes are difficult but a great tutoring program. Don't expect to get a 4.0. Work hard and take a break.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

Had fun my freshmen year but ready to move into affordable housing. R.A. Was helpful. Dorms are fairly quiet.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

Good selection of food in cafeteria. Great places downtown. Good variety of foods.

What’s there to do for fun at your college?

Ski, hike, tube, rock climb, go to sporting events, Denver is only 20 minutes away. Watch the Broncos. Lots of shopping, museums, and parks.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

CSM has a great rate of getting students a job after graduation.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The M climb and engineering days.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

Science and math.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Skiing, rock-climbing, hiking, sports.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

A few frays and sororities.

How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?

I feel safe all the time on campus.