Background in engineering or physical sciences. A degree in these fields is not required. However, courses will require prerequisites. Consult each of the track descriptions for more specific requirements.
Statement of purpose, curriculum vitae or resume, and transcripts for post-secondary degrees.
Three letters of recommendation are required for students pursuing the thesis option, but not for students pursuing the non-thesis option.
Non-native English speakers must prove language proficiency. Please review requirements provided by the graduate admissions office.
Mines undergraduate students may include up to 6 credits from their undergraduate program counted toward a combined BS/MS degree (4+1). External applicants may transfer graduate credit from elsewhere with written permission from the HES program director.
Non-native English speakers must meet one of the following minimum requirements: TOEFL iBT score of 79, TOEFL paper-based test score of 550, TOEFL computer-based test score of 213, IELTS score of 6.5, or have received a prior degree from an English-speaking university.
Mines undergraduate students may include up to six credits from their undergraduate program counted toward a combined BS/MS degree. External applicants may transfer graduate credit from elsewhere with written permission from the HES program director.

Bachelor's Degree: Required
GRE: Not Required
Letters of Recommendation: Required three letters
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV): Required
Statement of Purpose: Required
Transcript(s): Required. Must be submitted for all schools attended (unofficial transcripts accepted for admissions review and must show successful completion of any required prerequisite course(s).