Compare 12 English Language and Literature, General. programs in Colorado. Average earnings: $37,481.
English Language and Literature programs in Colorado produce graduates earning between $28,019 and $46,055—an $18K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 12 ranked programs, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Colorado Denver leads with English graduates earning $46,055, well above the state average of $37,481. Colorado State University-Fort Collins follows at $42,135, while Metropolitan State University of Denver delivers $41,406—proving that multiple Colorado programs compete at the top tier.
Highest program earnings: $46,055
Strong outcomes ($41,406) with 99% acceptance
12% payment burden | Good
26.5% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $46,055 | 35 | $20,500 | Good | $21,716 | High | |
| #2 | $42,135 | 91 | $20,000 | Manageable | $36,000 | High | |
| #3 | $41,406 | 102 | $21,500 | Manageable | $13,743 | High | |
| #4 | Fort Lewis CollegePublic | $40,521 | 24 | $18,389 | Manageable | $21,062 | High |
| #5 | $37,706 | 56 | $20,470 | Challenging | $22,566 | High | |
| #6 | $37,645 | 10 | $21,500 | Challenging | $14,786 | High | |
| #7 | $37,557 | 146 | $19,500 | Manageable | $46,340 | High | |
| #8 | Colorado Mesa UniversityPublic | $35,916 | 22 | $22,000 | Challenging | $18,879 | High |
| #9 | $35,715 | 55 | $20,000 | Challenging | $21,710 | High | |
| #10 | Colorado CollegePrivate | $33,849 | 9 | $18,257 | Challenging | $35,663 | High |
| #11 | University Of DenverPrivate | $33,246 | 30 | $21,844 | High | $27,813 | High |
| #12 | Adams State UniversityPublic | $28,019 | 10 | $19,500 | High | $18,058 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
