Architectural Engineering

Bachelor's degree · University of Colorado Boulder · Boulder, CO

CIP 14.04

$72,567Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$89,797Median earnings 4 years after

$90,523Median earnings 5 years after

$14,500Median federal debt

31Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Architectural Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder earn a median of $72,567 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $89,406 four years after graduating (middle half: $76,962–$103,117). Median debt is $14,500, about 20% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Architectural Engineering graduates from University of Colorado Boulder make?

The median salary is $72,567 one year after graduation and $90,523 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.