Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Fort Lewis College
Bachelor's Degree
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
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lewis College | — | $34,091 | — | — |
| Colorado Mesa University | $42,136 | $40,844 | $25,970 | 0.62 |
| Adams State University | $39,546 | $39,802 | $24,879 | 0.63 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo | $38,502 | $39,070 | $25,750 | 0.67 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $34,540 | $44,239 | $25,000 | 0.72 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction | $9,712 | $42,136 | $25,970 |
| Adams State University Alamosa | $9,776 | $39,546 | $24,879 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo | $9,401 | $38,502 | $25,750 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $34,540 | $25,000 |
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.