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    Mining and Mineral Engineering

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    New York, USMSIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $81,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    29.6%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is a 30-credit, 1-year, in-person MS program based in New York, US. Tuition is $81,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Concentration within the MS in Earth and Environmental Engineering focusing on sustainable mining operations, resource efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact through innovative technologies and practices.

    Focus: both
    18 (US News Best Engineering Schools)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Feb 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Not required for the 2026 admission cycle (optional)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min No minimum; may need to improve if ≤99
    IELTS
    required
    Min No minimum; may need to improve if ≤6.5 or 7.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $28,748.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is $81,000 across 30 required credits.
    Is Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York online or in-person?
    Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is offered in-person.
    How long does Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York take to complete?
    Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is structured around 1 year and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum 3.0 GPA
    Is Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mining and Mineral Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.