Residence Life
Learning through Living at Mines
We believe living on campus fosters student learning, development, and personal growth.
We show dedication to our students by creating experiences and physical spaces that recognize the unique challenges and opportunities of being an Oredigger at Colorado School of Mines.
Academically Focused
We are committed to providing intentional learning by facilitating a safe, inclusive, and academically focused environment.
We challenge and encourage students to be critical thinkers and civically-engaged leaders in a diverse global community.
Important Campus Events
Mines Park Apartments Move-In: August 1
Residence Halls Move-In: August 10, 11
Fall Convocations: August 10, 11
1750 Jackson Street Apartments Move-In: August 12
M-Climb: August 16
First Day of Fall Classes: August 19
Last Day to Add or Drop Courses: August 28
Labor Day – Campus Closed: September 2
Census Day: September 4
Career Days: September 10, 11
Homecoming: September 26 – 28
Fall Break – Campus Open, No Classes: October 14, 15
Spring Housing Applications Open: November 1
Registration for Spring 2025: November 11 – 15
Thanksgiving Break Begins – Campus Open, No Classes: November 27
Thanksgiving Break – Campus Closed: November 28, 29
Last Week of Classes – No Exams: December 2 – 4
Review Day – No Classes: December 5
Final Exams: December 6, 7, & 9 – 11
Residence Hall Move-Out: December 12 by 12:00PM sharp
Commencement: December 13
Semester Ends: December 13
Winter Break: December 16 – January 5
Campus Closed: December 25 – January 1
Residence Hall New Student Move-In: January 3
New students move in from 8:00AM – 11:00AM
New student orientation begins @ 11:45AM
Residence Hall Returning Student Move-In: January 4 – 5
Returning students move in from 10:00AM – 4:00PM on 1/4/25
or starting @ 10AM on 1/5/25
Meal plans start on 1/5/25
First Day of Spring Classes: January 6