Cheapest Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Colleges in Colorado

Adams State University charges just $14,173 net for its geosciences program, making it Colorado's most affordable option by a narrow margin over Metropolitan State's $14,294. This price gap matters in a state where Ball Aerospace and Lockheed Martin actively recruit earth scientists for satellite technology and environmental monitoring projects. The full range spans from Adams State's rock-bottom pricing to Colorado College's $31,678, creating a $17,505 difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs.

Programs

$14,173 – $31,678

Net Price Range

$35,549

Avg. Program Earnings

52.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Adams State University Alamosa, Colorado	$14,173	$9,776	31.6%	99.2%
2	Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, Colorado	$14,294	$10,780	29.9%	97.9%
3	Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, Colorado	$15,331	$9,712	41.5%	81.8%
4	Western Colorado University Gunnison, Colorado	$16,773	$11,083	50.7%	91.9%
5	Fort Lewis College Durango, Colorado	$17,339	$9,670	43.1%	91.0%
6	University of Northern Colorado Greeley, Colorado	$18,457	$12,010	51.3%	78.5%
7	Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, Colorado	$20,332	$12,896	66.9%	90.8%
8	University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, Colorado	$21,480	$16,430	75.0%	80.7%
9	Colorado College Colorado Springs, Colorado	$31,678	$67,932	86.0%	16.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive graduation rate difference between Colorado's cheapest geosciences programs?

Adams State graduates only 31.6% of its geosciences students despite charging the lowest net price at $14,173, while Colorado College achieves an 86% graduation rate at $31,678. Western Colorado University offers a middle path with a 50.7% graduation rate and $16,773 net cost.

How do earnings compare across Colorado's most affordable earth science programs?

Colorado State graduates earn $45,618 annually after completing their geosciences degree, the highest among schools reporting earnings data. University of Northern Colorado graduates average $33,993, while Fort Lewis College alumni earn $35,060 despite the school's lower net cost of $17,339.

Does attending the most expensive program guarantee better job prospects?

Colorado College charges $31,678 but its graduates earn just $21,508 annually, the lowest among schools reporting earnings. Colorado State students pay $20,332 and earn more than double at $45,618, suggesting program quality matters more than price tags.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.