#5 in Geophysics & Seismology, Graduate School
Source: US News & World Report, 2023
Welcome to Geophysics
Proudly celebrating 100 years!
The Department of Geophysics has an international reputation for excellence in applied geophysics. It is the oldest and broadest program of applied geophysics in North America, was the first U.S. university to offer a bachelor’s degree in geophysical engineering and is evenly balanced between undergraduate and graduate students and between research and teaching. In 2026, we will be 100 years old, and we are already celebrating.
News
What Giant ‘Secret Fresh Water’ Deposits Off US Coast Mean for Drinking Water
What Giant 'Secret Fresh Water' Deposits Off US Coast Mean for Drinking Water Published Sep 13, 2025 at 5:00 AM EDT By Jasmine Laws US News Reporter Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member FOLLOW News Article A research expedition, known as Expedition 501, has found a huge...
GEOPHYSICS@100 FIELD EXPERIENCE ENDOWED FUND
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- 100@100 Endowment Campaign
- Supporting innovative and well-resourced fieldwork
- Accumulated through 100+ donations of $10,000+
- Available to group or individual donors
- Including one-time or multi-year pledges
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| 2025 | GP @ 100 EVENT CALENDAR |
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| January | GP@100 Challenge Cup – Prizes Awarded! Take the challenge Here |
| February | #idigmines – Field Closet Initiative |
| March | GP Photo/Image Contest! Send us your favorite GP photos or data images to share! Submit Here |
| April | GP Day at Mines and Around the World, April 2025 |
| May | Field Camp Alumni Reception May 17 and visit weekend May 17&18, Steamboat Springs, CO – RSVP for Reception Here |
| June | Field Camp End of Session BBQ and Student Presentations |
| July | GP Virtual 5K Challenge |
| August | SEG IMAGE Reception, August, Houston, TX RSVP |
| September | Welcome Back BBQ, September, Golden, CO RSVP |
| October | Distinguished Alumni Lecture Series, October 2025 |
| November | GP Gives Free Workshop for Alumni, November 7, 2025 – Register Here |
| December | AGU Reception, December 15, 2025 RSVP |
What is Geophysics?
Geophysics is a multidisciplinary science, integrating physics, geology, mathematics, computing and instrumentation. Its mission is to advance science and technology for characterizing structures and physical processes on Earth and other Solar System bodies.
A Look Below the Surface
Article courtesy of Mines Magazine
Undergraduate Program
Our BS degree in Geophysical Engineering allows you to specialize in one of six areas by choosing a track of courses in the following undergraduate tracks.
Graduate Programs and Research
Prepare for advanced work in applied geophysics with a master’s or PhD in Geophysics or Geophysical Engineering. Build technical skills with a graduate certificate in Petroleum Engineering.
Graduate Program
Department Research
In the News
- Mines researcher part of NASA-selected satellite mission
Mines geophysics professor Matt Siegfried is a member of NASA’s EDGE mission to map the planet’s ice and ecosystems with the most accurate spaceborne altimeter ever. - Extensive freshened water beneath the ocean floor confirmed for the first time
International team co-led by Colorado School of Mines professor provides first detailed evidence of long-suspected hidden freshwater aquifers beneath the ocean floor - Scientists discover Antarctica’s subglacial water flux is double previous estimates
Using high-resolution satellite data, Mines geophysicists discover that Antarctic subglacial lakes are more dynamic than previously thought, doubling estimates of water moving under the ice. - Media tip sheet: Critical minerals extraction and processing
Mines critical minerals experts are ready to handle media questions about the extraction and processing of these important elements.