Is University of Colorado Colorado Springs worth it?
University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a public, four-year institution in Colorado Springs, Colorado (large city). It awarded 2,589 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, registered nursing and psychology.
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Federal context for University of Colorado Colorado Springs
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Median earnings 1 year after
$44,402
Median earnings 4 years after
$62,980
Median earnings 10 years after
$54,659
Average net price
$15,788
Completion rate
47%
Completions (2024)
2,589
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
8,697
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $43,326 | $66,553 | 375 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $71,864 | $78,904 | 289 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $37,002 | $50,692 | 190 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $32,374 | $54,639 | 134 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $34,607 | $48,725 | 126 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $42,199 | $53,198 | 122 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $70,440 | $91,192 | 120 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $83,829 | $96,850 | 95 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $40,198 | $46,244 | 88 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $107,063 | $121,683 | 88 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $77,761 | $97,001 | 81 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $34,627 | $42,627 | 77 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | Master's | $49,268 | $56,724 | 74 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $49,605 | $54,614 | 68 |
| Geography and Cartography | Bachelor's | $36,426 | $48,892 | 61 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 339 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 178 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 167 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | Bachelor's | 141 |
| Communication, General | Bachelor's | 133 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 92 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 87 |
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 76 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 76 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 69 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 20% | 5,551 |
| Educational Services | 19% | 5,081 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 13% | 3,538 |
| Finance and Insurance | 7% | 1,835 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 1,823 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 1,588 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 1,567 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 1,340 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Colorado Colorado Springs. 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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