The undergraduate program seeks to produce high quality, rigorously trained mining and minerals engineers who are prepared to meet the challneges of a professional career or continued acadimic research. The program offers a broad range of mining and minerals engineering related studies that emphasize current technology and thought, coupled with a sound basis in laboratory and research procedures. Some of the program highlights include:

• Low student-to-faculty ratio
• Individual mentorship and advising
• Active student organizations and professional chapters
• Ample scholarship funding
• Excellent job placement rate

Educational Objectives

Specifically, the Department of Mining and Minerals Engineering seeks, as its educational objectives, to prepare graduates:

• to solve engineering problems using the fundamental principles of science, mathematics, and engineering, in conjunction with state-of-the-art tools;
• to function in a professional and ethical manner, and understand the social, environmental, regulatory, and safety considerations of the mining profession;
• to be effective communicators, leaders and team members
• to understand the practical aspects of the mining industry and possess and appreciation for mining as a business; and
• to engage in life-long learning and professional development

Undergraduate Requirements

Requirments for graduating from the Mining & Mineral Engineering department's undergraduate program can be found on the Class Checksheets.

Applying to the Program

More information on applying to the Mining & Minerals Engineering Undergraduate Program can be found at Virginia Tech's Office of Admissions.

Scholarships

Our department receives generous financial support from both alumni and industry. On average, over 60% of our students qualify to receive funding or scholarships of up to $3,000 per academic year. Our scholarship program provides assistance to all of our students.