Economics at Fort Lewis College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lewis College | $51,521* | — | — | — |
| Colorado College | $58,082* | $79,354 | $18,250 | 0.31 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $56,201* | $65,621 | $23,049 | 0.41 |
| Western Colorado University | $53,403* | — | — | — |
| University of Colorado Boulder | $51,521* | $65,987 | $17,119 | 0.33 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $48,462* | $61,513 | $24,000 | 0.50 |
| National Median | $51,722* | — | $22,816 | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado College Colorado Springs | $67,932 | $58,082 | $18,250 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $10,017 | $56,201 | $23,049 |
| Western Colorado University Gunnison | $11,083 | $53,403 | — |
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $16,430 | $51,521 | $17,119 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $48,462 | $24,000 |
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 Fort Lewis College, approximately 36% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in CO. Actual outcomes may vary.