Accounting at Colorado State University Pueblo
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Colorado State University Pueblo graduates compare to all programs nationally
Colorado State University Pueblo graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 52th percentile of all accounting bachelors 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
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University Pueblo | $54,213 | $51,976 | — | — |
| University of Denver | $67,392 | $80,927 | $21,288 | 0.32 |
| Colorado State University Global | $61,648 | $65,218 | $34,167 | 0.55 |
| Regis University | $58,811 | $65,506 | $33,668 | 0.57 |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | $54,030 | $64,453 | $26,320 | 0.49 |
| Colorado Christian University | $53,756 | $54,988 | $41,848 | 0.78 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Denver Denver | $59,340 | $67,392 | $21,288 |
| Colorado State University Global Denver | $8,400 | $61,648 | $34,167 |
| Regis University Denver | $43,980 | $58,811 | $33,668 |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver | $10,780 | $54,030 | $26,320 |
| Colorado Christian University Lakewood | $39,266 | $53,756 | $41,848 |
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 Pueblo, approximately 28% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.