Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Colorado Northwestern Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Northwestern Community College | — | $37,304 | $12,000 | — |
| Community College of Aurora | $38,729 | $43,699 | $12,250 | 0.32 |
| Arapahoe Community College | $38,592 | $41,788 | $15,125 | 0.39 |
| Front Range Community College | $35,023 | $38,807 | $14,750 | 0.42 |
| Colorado Mountain College | $32,551 | $36,394 | $7,541 | 0.23 |
| Colorado Mesa University | $32,460 | $31,509 | $21,000 | 0.65 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community College of Aurora Aurora | $4,030 | $38,729 | $12,250 |
| Arapahoe Community College Littleton | $4,308 | $38,592 | $15,125 |
| Front Range Community College Westminster | $4,740 | $35,023 | $14,750 |
| Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs | $2,700 | $32,551 | $7,541 |
| Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction | $9,712 | $32,460 | $21,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Colorado Northwestern Community College, approximately 18% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.