Economics
Bachelor's degree · Metropolitan State University of Denver · Denver, CO
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$80,907Median earnings 4 years after
$56,582Median earnings 5 years after
$16,989Median federal debt
7Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Metropolitan State University of Denver earn a median of $46,012. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,686 four years after graduating (middle half: $58,184–$116,323). Median debt is $16,989, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Colorado schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado College Colorado Springs | $58,082 | $18,628 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $56,201 | $16,125 |
| Western Colorado University Gunnison | $53,403 | — |
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $51,521 | $15,630 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $48,462 | $21,500 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs | $46,748 | $21,375 |
| University of Northern Colorado Greeley | $45,257 | $19,967 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver make?
The median salary is $46,012 and $56,582 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,989.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.