[Mining Engineering](/majors/engineering/mining-engineering/) programs reward a close look at where your money goes furthest. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong mining engineering education at a price that pays off.
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University Of Utah earned the #1 spot for value among mining engineering schools in Utah. Located in the city of Salt Lake City, University Of Utah is a very large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $9,620, with out-of-state students paying around $30,860. Typical student debt for mining engineering graduates is $20,798. Mining Engineering graduates of University Of Utah earn a median of $60,527 early in their careers. Set against $20,798 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. University Of Utah admits about 86% of applicants.