Fellowships are awarded in support of the department's graduate program. Application for admission serves as application for assistantships and fellowships. The availability of financial aid is very limited. The MS degree program in mining engineering can provide either a general, in-depth education without specialization or advanced training in either mine planning and economics, geostatistics, rock mechanics, rock fragmentation, materials handling, or mine health and safety. The PhD degree in mining engineering is a research degree and requires submission of a doctoral dissertation.
Research is conducted under the direction of a faculty advisor.
Research assistantships and fellowships are available. Individual degree schedules are set up to meet the goals of the student and the requirements of the Graduate School. The department can supply information about specific departmental requirements and procedures.