Computer and Information Sciences at Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs

Colorado Technical University's computer science program delivers earnings that fall short of what you'd expect in Colorado's tech market. While graduates start at $60,377—roughly on par with national averages—this places them in just the 25th percentile among Colorado programs, where the state median is $71,574. That's a significant gap of over $11,000 annually compared to what graduates from other Colorado schools typically earn.

The debt picture, however, is notably problematic. At $47,241, student debt is nearly double both the national median ($25,000) and Colorado's median ($28,539) for this field. This places CTU in the 5th percentile nationally for debt—meaning 95% of comparable programs nationwide leave students with less debt. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.78 is manageable but higher than ideal for a field typically known for strong earning potential.

What's particularly concerning is the competitive disadvantage within Colorado. Top programs like Colorado State University-Fort Collins ($78,856) and University of Colorado Denver ($75,137) produce graduates earning $15,000-18,000 more annually. Even mid-tier options like Colorado Mesa University ($65,284) outpace CTU significantly. For parents, this suggests exploring in-state alternatives that deliver better earnings with substantially lower debt loads would be a wiser investment.