Bible/Biblical Studies at Colorado Christian University

Colorado Christian University's Biblical Studies program earns graduates $39,272 in their first year—substantially above the national median of $33,918 and ranking in the 73rd percentile nationally. That's encouraging news for a field where many programs struggle with post-graduation earnings. However, the $51,000 median debt load tells a more complicated story. That debt figure sits in the bottom 5th percentile nationally, meaning 95% of similar programs graduate students with less debt.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 1.30 means graduates owe roughly 16 months of their first-year salary. While not catastrophic, it's notably higher than many peer programs where debt hovers around $25,000 nationally. With only two Colorado schools offering this program, state-level comparisons are limited, but the numbers here mirror the state median exactly—suggesting this represents the regional standard rather than an outlier.

For families considering this path, the question comes down to financing strategy. If your student can minimize borrowing through scholarships, family contributions, or work-study (a third of students here receive Pell grants, indicating financial aid availability), the above-average earnings potential makes sense. But taking on the full $51,000 debt burden to enter a field starting near $39,000 creates real repayment pressure. Families should have frank conversations about how much they can pay out-of-pocket before committing.