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Overview for Mining and Mineral Engineering

A program that prepares 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.

Careers for Mining and Mineral Engineering Majors

A major in Mining and Mineral Engineering is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Mining and Mineral Engineering

Top 1 Virginia Colleges with the highest percentage of Mining and Mineral Engineering among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA
 30
(0.6%)
Moderately Selective$19,775 
1
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.