Earnings Distribution
How University of Colorado Boulder graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Boulder | $51,379 | $55,203 | +7% |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $61,095 | $61,747 | +1% |
| Colorado Christian University | $53,567 | $56,294 | +5% |
| University of Denver | $51,040 | $55,946 | +10% |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs | $50,611 | $51,786 | +2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (6 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of Colorado BoulderBoulder | $16,430 | $51,379 | $55,203 | — | — |
 University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical CampusDenver | $10,017 | $61,095 | $61,747 | — | — |
 Colorado Christian UniversityLakewood | $39,266 | $53,567 | $56,294 | — | — |
 University of DenverDenver | $59,340 | $51,040 | $55,946 | — | — |
 University of Colorado Colorado SpringsColorado Springs | $9,712 | $50,611 | $51,786 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction 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). At University of Colorado Boulder, approximately 15% 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.