Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Front Range Community College

Front Range Community College's Liberal Arts program stands out nationally but faces stiff competition within Colorado. While graduates earn $35,023 in their first year—placing the program in the 95th percentile nationally and well above the national median of $27,248—it ranks only at the 60th percentile among Colorado's 19 similar programs. Two other community colleges in the state (Aurora and Arapahoe) produce graduates earning over $38,000, suggesting Front Range may not be the strongest regional option.

The debt picture is encouraging, with graduates owing a median $14,750 compared to the national average of $10,950. However, this creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42, meaning students borrow roughly five months of their first-year salary. The 11% earnings growth to $38,807 by year four helps improve this equation over time, though the gap with top Colorado competitors persists.

For families considering this program, Front Range delivers solid outcomes that far exceed national standards, but parents should weigh whether the premium debt load is justified when nearby community colleges produce higher-earning graduates. The program works well for students prioritizing the Front Range location and campus experience, but purely from an earnings standpoint, Community College of Aurora or Arapahoe might offer better returns on investment.