Education, General
Master's degree · Western Colorado University · Gunnison, CO
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Education, General at Western Colorado University earn a median of $51,949 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,824 four years after graduating (middle half: $52,724–$82,084). Median debt is $22,000, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Education, General (Master's degree) at other Colorado schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Regis University Denver | $65,024 | — |
| Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction | $52,796 | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver | $49,122 | $28,000 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo | $48,078 | — |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $46,637 | $27,991 |
| University of Northern Colorado Greeley | $46,262 | $34,666 |
Other programs at Western Colorado University
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$47,204 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$43,178 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$41,886 - Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchMaster's degree
$37,354 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$32,352 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$30,272 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$29,881 - Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchBachelor's degree
$26,123 - Parks, Recreation, and Leisure StudiesBachelor's degree
$25,903 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's degree
$21,038 - Communication and Media StudiesBachelor's degree
$37,581 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$39,414 - Geological and Earth Sciences/GeosciencesBachelor's degree
$45,525 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$36,678
Frequently asked questions
How much do Education, General graduates from Western Colorado University make?
The median salary is $51,949 one year after graduation and $54,853 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.