Information Science/Studies at University of Colorado Boulder

CU Boulder's Information Science program shows promise when measured against similar programs nationwide, though the full picture here relies on estimates rather than verified graduate outcomes. Peer programs across the country suggest first-year earnings around $58,651, which lands right at the national median for this field. The estimated $25,000 debt load creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.43—meaning graduates would theoretically owe less than half their first year's salary, which is reasonable by most standards.

What gives pause is the wide range of outcomes within Colorado itself. While CSU Fort Collins reports actual earnings of $67,827 for their Information Science grads—nearly $10,000 above the national benchmark—CSU Pueblo's graduates earn just $44,712. Where CU Boulder would fall in this spectrum remains uncertain. The school's solid selectivity (SAT scores averaging 1353) and limited Pell enrollment suggest it draws from a higher socioeconomic base, which could translate to better outcomes through networks and resources beyond the classroom.

The bottom line: you're betting on a program without school-specific data at a flagship institution that *should* outperform the national median, but might not match Colorado State Fort Collins despite comparable prestige. If your student can access actual placement rates and employer connections directly from the department, that would help fill in what the federal data can't confirm.