History at University of Denver
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Denver graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Denver graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 79th percentile of all history bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Denver | $36,774 | — | $25,946* | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | $42,785 | $37,394 | $34,125* | 0.80 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $38,627 | $37,511 | $23,750* | 0.61 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs | $38,276 | $38,626 | $21,250* | 0.56 |
| University of Colorado Boulder | $37,044 | $39,591 | $17,905* | 0.48 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $36,272 | $42,306 | $24,152* | 0.67 |
| National Median | $31,220 | — | $24,000* | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver | $10,780 | $42,785 | $34,125 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $10,017 | $38,627 | $23,750 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs | $9,712 | $38,276 | $21,250 |
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $16,430 | $37,044 | $17,905 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $36,272 | $24,152 |
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 Denver, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.