Economics
Bachelor's degree · Western Colorado University · Gunnison, CO
$53,403Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Western Colorado University earn a median of $53,403 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,686 four years after graduating (middle half: $58,184–$116,323).
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 |
| 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 Western Colorado University make?
The median salary is $53,403 one year after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.