Incoming Oredigger Resources
Below are some useful resources to help ensure a smooth and successful transition to Mines.
Incoming Oredigger Arrival Resources
Transportation to/from Denver International Airport (DIA)
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- A transportation service from the airport with a variety of ride options at different price points. Available to book online and through their app for Apple and Android.
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- From DIA: Take the University of Colorado A Line to Union Station (last stop), then W Line to Jeffco Government Center (last stop). Use the to get from the light rail station to campus.
Nearby Hotels
Walking Distance to Campus *mention Mines for possible discounts*
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- 1310 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO 80401
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- 800 11th Street, Golden, CO 80401
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- 906 12th Street, golden, CO 80401
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- 711 14th Street, Golden, CO 80401
Driving Distance to Campus *mention Mines for possible discounts*
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- 17150 W. Colfax Ave, Golden, CO 80401
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- 7260 W. Jefferson, Lakewood CO 80235
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- 3301 Youngfield Service Rd, Golden, CO 80401
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- 1717 Denver West Boulevard, Golden, CO 80401
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- 14600 West 6th Avenue Frontage Rd, Golden, CO 80401
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- 895 Tabor Street, Golden, CO 80401
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- 15059 West Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO 80401
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- 17140 West Colfax Ave , Golden, Colorado 80401
Nearby Home Furnishing Stores
- Bed, Bath & Beyond (Denver West)
- 14383 W Colfax Ave, Golden, CO 80401
- Tuesday Morning
- 3354 Youngfield St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
- Marshalls (Denver West)
- 14391 W Colfax Ave, Golden, CO 80401
- HomeGoods
- 3600 Youngfield St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
- Target (Colorado Mills Mall)
- 14500 W Colfax Ave Unit B1, Lakewood, CO 80401
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- 14500 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80401
Nearby Grocery Stores
Closest to Furthest
- Safeway
- 1701 Jackson St, Golden, CO 80401
- Walking distance to campus
- Natural Grocers
- 2401 Ford St, Golden, CO 80401
- King Soopers
- 17171 S Golden Rd, Golden, CO 80401
- Whole Foods Market (Denver West)
- 14357 W Colfax Ave, Golden CO 80401
- Target (Colorado Mills Mall)
- 14500 W Colfax Ave Unit B1, Lakewood, CO 80401
Computer Recommendations & On-Campus Computing Software
Transportation Around Campus & Colorado
Light Rail, RTD Call-N-Ride Buses, Zipcar, Bike Library…there are a wide variety of transportation modes to get you where you need to go.
Food Security Resources
. Programs Promoting Health and Well-Being.
Disability Support Services
Disability Support Services staff works with qualified undergraduate, graduate, and professional students to manage the impact of their disability on learning and living at Mines.
Health Immunizations & Insurance
Learn more about our Health Center team and the services they provide. In particular, as an incoming student, you will need to submit your health immunization record(s) and either set up or waive the Mines health insurance.
Deferral Request
A deferral request means you would like to postpone your enrollment at Mines for a later term. If you would like to request consideration for a deferral, please review this webpage and complete the Deferral Request Form.