Business/Commerce at Western Colorado University
Bachelor's Degree
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
Business/Commerce bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Colorado University | $43,067* | $45,388 | — | — |
| Regis University | $66,739* | — | $32,592 | 0.49 |
| University of Denver | $45,866* | $59,181 | $21,000 | 0.46 |
| Colorado Mesa University | $43,111* | $55,102 | $24,000 | 0.56 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo | $43,067* | $50,765 | $25,000 | 0.58 |
| Adams State University | $40,181* | $47,305 | $23,624 | 0.59 |
| National Median | $47,506* | — | $26,000 | 0.55 |
Other Business/Commerce Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University Denver | $43,980 | $66,739 | $32,592 |
| University of Denver Denver | $59,340 | $45,866 | $21,000 |
| Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction | $9,712 | $43,111 | $24,000 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo | $9,401 | $43,067 | $25,000 |
| Adams State University Alamosa | $9,776 | $40,181 | $23,624 |
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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in CO. Actual outcomes may vary.