Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How University of Colorado Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs | $46,202 | $45,556 | -1% |
| Rutgers University-Camden | $96,037 | $114,392 | +19% |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $96,037 | $114,392 | +19% |
| Rutgers University-Newark | $96,037 | $114,392 | +19% |
| Keck Graduate Institute | $68,706 | $104,776 | +52% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of Colorado Colorado SpringsColorado Springs | $9,712 | $46,202 | $45,556 | — | — |
 Colorado State University-Fort CollinsFort Collins | $12,896 | $60,746 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $64,726 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with biological and physical sciences graduates
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
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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 Colorado Springs, approximately 26% 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.