Is Pikes Peak State College worth it?
Pikes Peak State College is a public, four-year institution in Colorado Springs, Colorado (large suburb). It awarded 3,252 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, general studies and nursing assistant patient care assistant.
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Federal context for Pikes Peak State College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$34,425
Median earnings 4 years after
$48,538
Median earnings 10 years after
$40,796
Average net price
$6,007
Completion rate
21%
Completions (2024)
3,252
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
9,595
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $26,779 | $48,123 | 240 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $72,869 | $74,590 | 61 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Undergraduate certificate | $50,546 | $66,830 | 18 |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | $25,596 | $34,178 | 17 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $29,393 | N/A | 16 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 450 |
| General Studies | Associate | 377 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 276 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 172 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 149 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | Associate | 139 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 123 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate under 12 weeks | 96 |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 58 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 58 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 26% | 5,654 |
| Retail Trade | 11% | 2,365 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 10% | 2,095 |
| Public Administration | 8% | 1,778 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 7% | 1,532 |
| Educational Services | 6% | 1,314 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 1,302 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 1,272 |
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Sources: federal figures for Pikes Peak State College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
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