History at University of Colorado Colorado Springs

UCCS history graduates enter the workforce earning about 23% more than the typical history major nationally—a meaningful premium that puts them in the 84th percentile. However, within Colorado, where history programs generally perform better than the national average, this places UCCS near the middle of the pack at the 60th percentile. The Metropolitan State University of Denver program, for comparison, produces graduates earning $4,500 more annually.

The debt picture here is reasonable relative to earnings, with graduates owing about $21,250—roughly seven months of first-year salary. That's actually lower than both the state and national median for history programs. The concern isn't the debt load itself but rather the earnings trajectory: four years out, graduates are earning essentially the same as they did upon graduation, around $38,600. For a degree that requires solid writing and analytical skills, this stagnation is puzzling and worth understanding before committing.

For Colorado families, this program delivers above-average outcomes compared to the national history landscape, just not standout results within the state. The combination of manageable debt and immediate earnings that beat most history programs nationwide makes this a defensible choice—but parents should understand they're paying for stability rather than growth potential.