Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 77.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 78.0%
- Retention Rate
- 87.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $71,155
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,844
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 73.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $232/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $86,129 | $66,687 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Doctoral | $84,653 | |
| Real Estate. | Master | $83,546 | $56,614 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Certificate | $75,204 | $38,194 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $74,576 | $21,053 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master | $73,949 | $46,680 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $72,667 | $30,504 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor | $69,338 | $21,500 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Doctoral | $69,338 | $168,425 |
| Natural Resources Management and Policy. | Master | $68,379 | $41,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $66,171 | $39,982 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $66,104 | $41,000 |
| Taxation. | Master | $66,104 | $29,789 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $65,905 | $26,248 |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master | $64,493 |
Outcomes Overview
Denver graduates earn a median of $71,155 ten years after graduation, putting them ahead of many liberal arts colleges but behind top-tier business schools. With median debt of $21,844, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a manageable 31%. Monthly loan payments of $232 consume about 3.9% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong business programs feed graduates into Denver's booming tech and energy sectors, where starting salaries often exceed national averages. An employment rate of 95.1% reflects the school's solid regional reputation and alumni network. Despite the steep sticker price, Denver delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.