Where United States Air Force Academy Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all international/global studies bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
International/Global Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (7 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 United States Air Force AcademyUSAF Academy | — | $28,919* | — | $19,763* | — |
 University of Colorado BoulderBoulder | $16,430 | $33,892* | $50,504 | $17,600* | 0.52 |
 Colorado State University-Fort CollinsFort Collins | $12,896 | $28,919* | $41,037 | $19,763* | 0.68 |
 University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical CampusDenver | $10,017 | $25,307* | $38,802 | $24,618* | 0.97 |
| National Median | — | $32,819* | — | $21,966* | 0.67 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with international/global studies graduates
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). 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.