Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 38.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 37.4%
- Retention Rate
- 100.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $46,288
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 26:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 44.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $88,637 | $9,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $60,623 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $54,361 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $50,231 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate | $49,683 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $49,621 | $13,600 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $45,696 | |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Associate | $41,565 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $37,856 | |
| Fire Protection. | Associate | $30,554 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $28,960 | $8,985 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $28,598 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Certificate | $26,353 | |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate | $20,140 |
Outcomes Overview
Red Rocks graduates earn a median of $46,288 ten years after leaving, while carrying just $9,500 in debt. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 21%, well below the concerning 40% threshold that signals financial stress. Monthly loan payments of $101 represent only 2.6% of typical graduate income, making repayment manageable for most. The college's career-focused programs feed into Colorado's growing healthcare, technology, and skilled trades sectors, where demand remains strong. With 96.4% of graduates finding employment and relatively low debt burdens, Red Rocks delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical skills and immediate workforce entry.