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Programs in Mining and Mineral Engineering

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Students studying mining and mineral engineering are taught to employ mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of mineral extraction, processing and refining systems, including open pit and shaft mines, prospecting and site analysis equipment and instruments, environmental and safety systems, mine equipment and facilities, mineral processing and refining methods and systems, and logistics and communications systems.

Top Schools For Mining and Mineral Engineering Programs

Most Selective:
Columbia University

Least Selective:
SDSMT

Largest:
Penn State

Smallest:
New Mexico Tech

Most Expensive:
Columbia University

Least Expensive:
USU Eastern

Best Academics:
Michigan Technological University

Best Social Life:
University of Kentucky

Most Diverse:
Columbia University

Hottest Guys:
Virginia Tech

Hottest Girls:
University of Kentucky

Smartest Guys:
Columbia University

Smartest Girls:
Columbia University

Are You Interested? School Name Tuition Size Degrees Granted Degrees Granted By Type
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA		$21,878 23,558 50 Bachelor's (44), Master's (3),
Doctoral (3)
Missouri S&T
Rolla, MO		$20,543 5,206 38 Certificate (2), Bachelor's (34),
Master's (2)
Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO		$27,855 3,675 33 Bachelor's (23), Master's (10),
Doctoral (0)
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ		$22,264 30,346 20 Bachelor's (18), Master's (2),
Doctoral (0)
SDSMT
Rapid City, SD		$8,620 1,913 15 Bachelor's (15)
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV		$17,002 22,303 14 Bachelor's (10), Master's (4)
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY		$16,678 19,187 14 Bachelor's (14), Master's (0),
Doctoral (0)
New Mexico Tech
Socorro, NM		$14,619 1,322 11 Bachelor's (5), Master's (6)
Montana Tech
Butte, MT		$17,285 2,053 11 Bachelor's (11), Master's (0)
S Illinois Carbondale
Carbondale, IL		$19,868 15,137 9 Bachelor's (7), Master's (2)
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Mining and Mineral Engineering Statistics

Degree Type BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Certificate 4 2%
Associate 0 0%
Bachelor's 139 68%
Master's 53 26%
Doctoral 9 4%
Gender BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Male 180 88%
Female 25 12%
Racial BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Asian or Pacific Islander 5 3%
Black or African American 5 3%
Hispanic or Latino 8 5%
American Indian or Alaskan Native 0 0%
White (Non-Hispanic) 138 82%
Other/Unknown 13 8%
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Mining and Mineral Engineering Internships

Job Title:Mechanical Project Manager - Mining / Minerals
Description:THIS JOB POSTING IS NOT FOR A POSITION WITH RSA STAFFING. RSA IS SEARCHING FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR ONE OF THEIR AFFILIATE AGENCIES. Entry level candidates with a BS, MS or PhD need NOT apply, as this client requires several years of...
Company:RSA
Location:Reno, NV
Posted:5/9/2012
Source:RSA Corp
Job Title:Mining Engineer
Description:DuPont is a global Fortune 100 company, operating in 70 countries today. We are looking for people who have a passion for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that meet our customer needs for a better, healthier, safer life. DuPont...
Company:DuPont
Location:Florida
Posted:4/4/2012
Source:DuPont
Job Title:Intern Electrical Engineer
Description:Intern Electrical Engineer Location: US - Minnesota Department: Drafting and Design Employment Duration: Full time # of Openings: 1 Description ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING INTERN IBBERSON DISTRICT About Us: Since 1881,T. E. Ibberson Companyhas...
Company:TIC Holdings
Location:Minnesota
Posted:3/30/2012
Source:TIC Holdings, Inc.
Job Title:Engineering Intern
Description:The Engineering Intern will be responsible for assisting in the screens and feeder design supporting the Terex Minerals Processing Systems brand. There will be a need to support both static builds and mobile plant builds. Responsibilities...
Company:Terex
Location:Durand, MI
Posted:4/26/2012
Source:InternMatch
Job Title:Senior Underground Mining Engineer
Description:THIS JOB POSTING IS NOT FOR A POSITION WITH RSA STAFFING. RSA IS SEARCHING FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR ONE OF THEIR AFFILIATE AGENCIES. Entry level candidates with a BS, MS or PhD need NOT apply, as this client requires several years of...
Company:RSA
Location:Reno, NV
Posted:5/9/2012
Source:RSA Corp
Job Title:INTERN - MFG
Description:* Make visual and written observations of process flow and equipment. * Create flow chart of current manufacturing process. * Identify key production and maintenance requirements and non-value added activities * Create value stream map of...
Company:Mohawk Industries
Location:Lewisport, KY
Posted:5/23/2012
Source:Mohawk Industries
Job Title:Engineering Intern
Description:Cytec Industries Inc. is a global specialty chemicals and materials company focused on developing, manufacturing and selling value-added products. Our products serve a diverse range of end markets including aerospace, adhesives, automotive...
Company:Cytec Engineered Materials
Location:Mount Pleasant, TN
Posted:5/22/2012
Source:AeroIndustryJobs
Job Title:Process Engineering Intern
Description:Process Engineering Intern Location: GA-Andersonville Company Order Number: 462 # of openings: 1 Description Project Scope: The Process Engineering Intern will collect samples from kiln operations on a weekly basis and prepare the...
Company:Imerys
Location:Andersonville, GA
Posted:4/18/2012
Source:InternMatch
Job Title:Thermal Design Internship
Description:This exciting opportunity is designed for students in the Mechanical Engineering area of study with knowledge of heat transfer and/or fluid mechanics. Strong programming skills and mathematics background required. This internship will...
Company:OSRAM Sylvania
Location:Seymour, IN
Posted:5/6/2012
Source:icrunchdata
Job Title:Intern
Description:KBR COMPANY INFORMATION When you join our team, the opportunities are endless. As a leading global engineering, construction and services company, we support the energy, hydrocarbon, government services, minerals, civil infrastructure,...
Company:Kbr
Location:Houston, TX
Posted:2/2/2012
Source:Direct Talent Exchange

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