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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
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Colorado School of Mines
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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Montana Technological University
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Missouri University of Science and Technology
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University of Kentucky
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West Virginia University
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New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
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University of Arizona
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
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University of Utah
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University of Nevada-Reno
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University of Alaska Fairbanks
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Michigan Technological University
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Mining and Mineral Engineering programs prepare individuals to apply 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.
For all the 166 degrees granted in Mining and Mineral Engineering annually, the majority of them are Doctors degree research scholarship. Of the 166 students graduating with degrees at the Bachelors degree level in the US, 87% percent identify as men and 13% percent identify as women. Though students at schools all over the US study Mining and Mineral Engineering, Virginia has the most graduates. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering is $70,200.
For Mining and Mineral Engineering majors, some of the most in demand jobs include Architectural and Engineering Managers, Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary and Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers. Additionally, Mining and Mineral Engineering graduates may find a high salary job, such as Architectural and Engineering Managers or Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary.
These are the highest paying careers for Mining and Mineral Engineering majors.
These are the careers in highest demand for Mining and Mineral Engineering majors.
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