Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 23.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 23.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,796
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 38.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $95/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $57,318 | $12,946 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $40,896 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $38,829 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $33,459 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $32,569 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $31,133 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $29,202 | |
| Fire Protection. | Associate | $28,598 | |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $28,019 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $27,181 | $8,790 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $26,715 | |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $26,353 |
Outcomes Overview
Pikes Peak State College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $9,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 22% against their $40,796 median income after 10 years. Monthly loan payments of $95 represent only 2.8% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 87.6% employment rate reflects strong job placement in Colorado Springs' growing healthcare, technology, and service sectors. However, the 38% loan repayment rate suggests many graduates struggle with consistent payments despite low balances. The community college's focus on practical, career-ready programs helps explain solid employment outcomes. Given the low debt burden and decent earning potential, this represents an average return on investment.