Information Science/Studies at Colorado State University Pueblo

Colorado State University Pueblo's Information Science program produces first-year earnings of $44,712—about $13,500 below Colorado's median for the field and nearly $14,000 under the national average. Among the three Colorado schools offering this degree, CSU Pueblo ranks at the 25th percentile, meaning you'd likely see better outcomes at the Fort Collins campus, where graduates earn $67,827. That's a $23,000 gap worth considering, especially if in-state tuition keeps costs similar.

The debt load is reasonable at $23,800 (slightly below both state and national averages), and the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.53 is manageable. Graduates do see earnings climb 17% by year four, reaching $52,219, which suggests the degree provides solid career mobility even if it starts behind. The open admission policy means access isn't a barrier here, which matters for students who need a path into tech fields.

The critical caveat: this data reflects fewer than 30 graduates, so these numbers could shift significantly with different cohorts. If your child is comparing information science programs within Colorado and cost is similar across schools, the earnings advantage at other institutions is substantial enough to warrant exploring those options first. CSU Pueblo could work for students who specifically need to stay in Pueblo or who want guaranteed admission, but it's not the strongest financial choice for this particular major in the state.