Accounting at Western Colorado University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Western Colorado University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Western Colorado University graduates earn $47k, placing them in the 23th percentile of all accounting bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Colorado University | $47,204 | $44,548 | $26,320* | — |
| University of Denver | $67,392 | $80,927 | $21,288* | 0.32 |
| Colorado State University Global | $61,648 | $65,218 | $34,167* | 0.55 |
| Regis University | $58,811 | $65,506 | $33,668* | 0.57 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo | $54,213 | $51,976 | —* | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | $54,030 | $64,453 | $26,320* | 0.49 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000* | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Denver Denver | $59,340 | $67,392 | $21,288 |
| Colorado State University Global Denver | $8,400 | $61,648 | $34,167 |
| Regis University Denver | $43,980 | $58,811 | $33,668 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo | $9,401 | $54,213 | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver | $10,780 | $54,030 | $26,320 |
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 Western Colorado University, approximately 13% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.