Philosophy at Metropolitan State University of Denver
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
Philosophy bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | $32,480* | $37,606 | — | — |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $36,307* | — | $31,000 | 0.85 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs | $32,480* | $36,436 | $28,495 | 0.88 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $27,810* | — | $18,894 | 0.68 |
| National Median | $31,652* | — | $22,641 | 0.72 |
Other Philosophy Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $10,017 | $36,307 | $31,000 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs | $9,712 | $32,480 | $28,495 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $27,810 | $18,894 |
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 Metropolitan State University of Denver, approximately 35% 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 3 similar programs in CO. Actual outcomes may vary.