Quantum Engineering
Graduate program at Colorado School of Mines
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Quantum Engineering Master’s Non-Thesis
Aided by the full support of our esteemed faculty and ample opportunities for hands-on research, students will have the experience to ensure they can approach challenges in their field with new and unique perspectives. With seemingly endless applications and opportunities, quantum technology will provide a new wave of solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. If you’re looking to pursue a career in a dynamic and rapidly evolving field, come explore the renowned quantum engineering graduate program at Mines.
- Quantum Engineering Software Track
- Quantum Engineering Hardware Track
Application Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- GRE: Not Required
- Letters of Recommendation (2 letters).
- No letters are required for current Mines students or Mines alumni.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcripts
- International students please review the English proficiency requirements
Quantum Engineering Master’s Thesis
Grounded in fundamental physics and a diverse engineering skillset, the interdisciplinary Quantum Engineering graduate program at Colorado School of Mines sets graduates up for success. A true interdisciplinary program, quantum engineering at Mines introduces students to exciting fields such as physics, materials science, computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics and more. Students will graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to become leaders in this emerging and stimulating field.
- Quantum Engineering Software Track
- Quantum Engineering Hardware Track
Application Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- GRE: Not Required
- Letters of Recommendation (3 letters).
- No letters are required for current Mines students or Mines alumni.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcripts
- International students please review the English proficiency requirements
Quantum Engineering Certificate
Quantum Engineering is an interdisciplinary program that seeks to equip students for careers in emerging technologies in quantum information sciences. It encompasses a wide range of disciplines that include chemistry, computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, materials science, and physics and is necessarily a collaborative effort among many Mines departments.
- Quantum Engineering Software Track
- Quantum Engineering Hardware Track
Application Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- GRE: Not Required
- Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Suggested if GPA is less than 3.0/4.0
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Transcripts
- International students please review the English proficiency requirements
Quantum Engineering
Two tracks to choose from
Quantum Engineering Hardware Track
Credits and Deadlines
View the academic catalog to see the courses and credit requirements for this program.
Master's Thesis & Doctorate (PhD) Program Deadlines
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Spring 2025 Deadlines | Fall 2025 Deadlines
Spring Deadlines
Fall Deadlines
| Degree Program | Priority | International* | Domestic* | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Energy Systems | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Applied Chemistry | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Applied Mathematics & Statistics | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Applied Physics | December 15 | March 1 | March 1 | |
| Chemical Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | March 1 | |
| Chemistry | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Civil & Environmental Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Computer Science | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Earth Resources Development Engineering | January 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Electrical Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Engineering & Technology Management | January 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Environmental Engineering Science | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Geochemistry | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Geological Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | March 1 | |
| Geology | December 15 | March 1 | March 1 | |
| Geophysical Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | March 1 | |
| Geophysics | December 15 | March 1 | March 1 | |
| Humanitarian Engineering & Science | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Hydrology | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Materials Science | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Mechanical Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Metallurgical and Materials Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Mineral & Energy Economics | January 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Mining Engineering | January 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Nuclear Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Operations Research with Engineering | January 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Petroleum Engineering | March 1 | March 1 | ||
| Physics | December 15 | March 1 | March 1 | |
| Quantitative Biosciences & Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Quantum Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Robotics | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 | |
| Space Resources | March 1 (International on-campus) | July 1 (Domestic on-campus) | August 1 | |
| Underground Construction & Tunnel Engineering | December 15 | March 1 | July 1 |
Residential (on-campus) Master's Non-Thesis & Graduate Certificates Deadlines
| Spring Deadlines | Fall Deadlines | |
|---|---|---|
| International Students* | October 1, 2024 | March 1, 2025 |
| Domestic U.S. Students | December 15, 2024 | August 1, 2025 |
| International students are not eligible to apply for residential certificate programs. We encourage you to check out our online certificate options | ||
Online Master's Non-Thesis & Graduate Certificates Deadlines
| The following deadlines apply to online master's non-thesis and graduate certificate programs for domestic U.S. and International students. | |
| Spring I & II (January 6 start) | January 2, 2025 |
| Spring III*** (March 10 start) | February 17, 2025 |
| Fall I & II (August 19 start) | August 1, 2025 |
| Fall III*** (March 10 start) | October 1, 2025 |
| **The Fall III deadline is only available for the following programs: Additive Manufacturing; Business Analytics; Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage; Chemical Engineering Processes in Energy Transitions; Data Science: Computer Science; Data Science: Earth Resources; Electrical Engineering (Professional Master and Certificate Only); Engineering and Technology Management; GIS & Geoinformatics; Mechanical Engineering; Underground Construction and Tunnel Engineering | |
| ***The Spring III deadline is only available for the following programs: Additive Manufacturing; Business Analytics; Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage; Electrical Engineering (Professional Master and Certificate Only); Engineering and Technology Management; GIS & Geoinformatics; Mechanical Engineering; Product Management (Offered for only session III in spring); Underground Construction and Tunnel Engineering | |
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Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Lincoln Carr
Prof. Carr’s theoretical research in quantum information science is focused on quantum complexity, open quantum systems, and quantum transport. We work directly with real-world physical architectures in both quantum simulators and quantum computers, ranging from superconducting circuits to ultracold molecules in optical lattices to multimode optics.
Besides the university and national lab members of the Open Quantum Frontier Institute external collaborators include Durham University, Google Inc, Imperial College London, Sorbonne University, and many others.
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Career Connections
At Mines, your career goals are the focus. You will connect with world-class faculty and industry experts in your field, all while enhancing your knowledge through hands-on learning and research.
Why study Quantum Engineering at Mines?
With a renowned faculty, state-of-the-art research facilities and generous graduate funding, it’s no wonder that Mines is a top choice for students pursuing a graduate degree in quantum engineering. We offer a variety of degree options, including master’s thesis, master’s non-thesis and graduate certificates to ensure you can find the right path for you.
Located in Golden, Colorado in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Mines is the ideal location to pursue quantum engineering. In fact, just recently, Colorado was designated as an official tech hub for quantum industry. And located just twenty minutes from downtown Denver and a quick drive to countless outdoor recreation opportunities, you’ll be happy to call Golden home during your time here.
Why choose Mines to study Quantum Engineering? Well, just take a look:
- Mines is a top research university with a high ROI and recognized by Carnegie as an R1 (very high research activity) university
- On average, 96% of graduates have positive outcomes following graduation, such as securing a job or advancing to graduate school
- Active Society of Quantum Engineers student organization founded by QE NRT students
- Established commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion
Quantum Engineering careers
- Quantum engineer
- Quantum physicist
- Atomic physicist
- Quantum research scientist
- Quantum hardware engineer
- Quantum software engineer
- Quantum control engineer
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