Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 43.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 45.3%
- Retention Rate
- 67.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,659
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $212/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. | Master | $92,358 | $54,400 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $71,015 | $36,448 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $69,338 | $24,500 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $67,240 | $25,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $59,441 | $19,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $56,544 | $22,000 |
| Sociology. | Master | $47,260 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $45,048 | $29,208 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $44,170 | $47,944 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $42,682 | $32,258 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $42,166 | $51,468 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $41,007 | $40,077 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $40,521 | $20,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $40,089 | $21,375 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Master | $37,363 | $36,790 |
Outcomes Overview
UCCS graduates earn a median of $54,659 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 37% with typical debt of $20,000. Monthly loan payments of $212 consume about 5% of median income, well below concerning thresholds. The university's strong connections to Colorado Springs' aerospace and defense contractors help explain the solid 95.4% employment rate. Engineering and business graduates often land positions with Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and other major employers in the Pikes Peak region. Healthcare program graduates serve the growing medical sector. While the 63% loan repayment rate suggests some struggle with payments, the overall financial picture shows a strong return on investment for most graduates.