Economics at Western Colorado University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Western Colorado University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Western Colorado University graduates earn $53k, placing them in the 56th percentile of all economics bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Colorado University | $53,403 | — | — | — |
| Colorado College | $58,082 | $79,354 | $18,250 | 0.31 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $56,201 | $65,621 | $23,049 | 0.41 |
| University of Colorado Boulder | $51,521 | $65,987 | $17,119 | 0.33 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $48,462 | $61,513 | $24,000 | 0.50 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs | $46,748 | $56,961 | $25,000 | 0.53 |
| National Median | $51,722 | — | $22,816 | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado College Colorado Springs | $67,932 | $58,082 | $18,250 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $10,017 | $56,201 | $23,049 |
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $16,430 | $51,521 | $17,119 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $48,462 | $24,000 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs | $9,712 | $46,748 | $25,000 |
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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.