Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs worth it?
Pay $16,745/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $37,180 ten years out — about 2.2× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: C.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs vs Colorado avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Colorado college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs | Colorado avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▲ $16,745 | $20,538 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▼ $37,180 | $53,208 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▼ $29,832 | $19,940 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▼ 18.8% | 49.5% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | — | 84% | 72.3% |
Hidden cost
What you actually pay, by family income
Net price after grants and scholarships changes a lot depending on family income. Find your bracket.
Total cost
4-year cost projection
Estimated net price each year through graduation, assuming a typical 3% annual tuition increase.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $94,976 over four years. Most students get $6,999/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $29,832 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 80% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're below the recommended ceiling.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs grad earns about -$312,800 more than a high school graduate (assuming HS median ≈ $45k/yr, BLS).
Caveat: this is a population median, not a guarantee. Actual outcomes vary widely by major, career path, and individual choices. We're showing the median to set realistic expectations.
The verdict
What the numbers say about Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs
The average student at Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs pays $16,745 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $23,744 published sticker price. That is below the CO average net price of $20,538.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $37,180 — below the CO median of $53,208. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $29,832, roughly $324 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a heavy load at about 80% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
Cheaper Colorado colleges with comparable outcomes
Same state, at least 20% lower net price, with earnings within reach of Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs.
Frequently asked
Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $16,745 per year. That's $6,999/yr in financial aid against the $23,744 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $66,980.
How much do Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs graduates earn a median of $37,180 per year — below the national average of $50,834. That's about 2.2× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $29,832 — about $324/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 63.5% of students take federal loans.
Is Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs a value grade of C — top 74% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $16,745/yr, earn $37,180/yr ten years out, ROI score of 5.55. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs?
61.6% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 63.5% take federal student loans. On average, students get $6,999 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs?
In-state tuition is $12,750 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $12,750 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $16,474. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $22,394. See the chart below for all five income bands.
How we calculate ROI
Every number on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI score = (median earnings 10 years out × 10) / (avg net price × 4). The higher the ratio, the more graduates earn per dollar invested. We then percentile-rank every US college on that score to assign letter grades A+ through D. Read the full methodology →