Civil Engineering at Colorado School of Mines
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Colorado School of Mines graduates compare to all programs nationally
Colorado School of Mines graduates earn $74k, placing them in the 21th percentile of all civil engineering masters programs nationally.
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
Civil Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado School of Mines | $74,174 | $88,369 | — | — |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $79,034 | $86,085 | — | — |
| University of Colorado Boulder | $77,839 | $82,508 | — | — |
| National Median | $79,898 | — | — | — |
Other Civil Engineering Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $79,034 | — |
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $16,430 | $77,839 | — |
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 School of Mines, approximately 13% 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.