Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Colorado State University-Fort Collins graduates compare to all programs nationally
Colorado State University-Fort Collins graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 29th percentile of all ecology, evolution, systematics, and population biology doctoral programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (3 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $61,064 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $70,670 | — | — | — |
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 State University-Fort Collins, approximately 19% 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.