Compare 8 Environmental Studies. programs in Colorado. Average earnings: $39,468.
Environmental Studies programs produce graduates earning between $17,372 and $51,113—a $34K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 8 ranked programs in Colorado, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Metropolitan State University of Denver's Environmental Studies program leads with graduates earning $51,113, followed closely by Colorado Mesa University at $50,331. The average across all programs is $39,468, showing how regional publics dominate this field while major research universities like UC Boulder ($48,881) trail behind.
Highest program earnings: $51,113
Strong outcomes with 99% acceptance rate
10.2% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
17.9% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $51,113 | 45 | $21,500 | Good | $13,743 | Manageable | |
| #2 | Colorado Mesa UniversityPublic | $50,331 | 21 | $22,000 | Good | $18,879 | Challenging |
| #3 | $48,881 | 185 | $19,500 | Good | $46,340 | High | |
| #4 | University Of DenverPrivate | $41,565 | 26 | $21,844 | Manageable | $27,813 | High |
| #5 | $40,969 | 34 | $20,000 | Manageable | $36,000 | High | |
| #6 | Fort Lewis CollegePublic | $34,200 | 35 | $18,389 | Challenging | $21,062 | High |
| #7 | $31,313 | 38 | $20,250 | High | $28,288 | High | |
| #8 | Colorado CollegePrivate | $17,372 | 32 | $18,257 | High | $35,663 | 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 →
