College Factual  by our College Data Analytics Team
       Unbiased Factual Guarantee

2024 Best Economics Schools in Colorado

10 Colleges in Colorado
1,019 Economics Degrees Awarded
$46,053 Avg Early-Career Salary
If you pursue a degree in economics, you won't be alone. The field of study is the #19 most popular program in the country. So, there are lots of possibilities to explore when you're trying to determine where you want to get your degree.

In 2024, College Factual analyzed 10 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Economics Schools in Colorado ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 1,019 degrees in economics to qualified students.

Jump to one of the following sections: * Degree-Level Rankings

Choosing a Great Economics School

Best Economics Schools in Colorado Your choice of economics school matters, so we have put together these rankings to help you make your decision. For our Best Overall Economics School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.

You may want to choose one of the degree levels below to find the schools of most interest to you.

Economics Rankings by Degree Level

Bachelor's Degrees in Economics
Master's Degrees in Economics
Doctor's Degrees in Economics

The economics school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Economics Schools in Colorado. More interested in schools in a specific area of the country? Filter this list by region or state.

To further help you make the college decision, we've developed a unique tool called College Combat that allows you to compare schools based on the factors that matter the most to you. Go ahead and give it a try, or bookmark the link so you can check it out later.

Read more about College Factual's methodology.


 

Best Schools for Economics in Colorado

If you aren't interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the economics degrees they offer, see the list below.

10 Top Colorado Schools in Economics

1
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
41 Economics Degrees Awarded
41.5% Growth in Graduates

Colorado School of Mines is a good option for students interested in a degree in economics. Located in the large suburb of Golden, Mines is a public school with a medium-sized student population. A Best Colleges rank of #48 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Mines is a great school overall.

There were about 41 economics students who graduated with this degree at Mines in the most recent year we have data available. Economics degree recipients from Colorado School of Mines receive an earnings boost of about $48,751 above the average income of economics majors.

More information about a degree in economics from Colorado School of Mines

2
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
343 Economics Degrees Awarded
5.8% Growth in Graduates

It's hard to beat University of Colorado Boulder if you wish to pursue a degree in economics. CU - Boulder is a fairly large public university located in the city of Boulder. A Best Colleges rank of #115 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means CU - Boulder is a great university overall.

There were about 343 economics students who graduated with this degree at CU - Boulder in the most recent year we have data available. Students who graduate with their degree from the economics program report average early career income of $44,089.

More information about a degree in economics from University of Colorado Boulder

3
Colorado College crest
Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
69 Economics Degrees Awarded
$45,092 Median Starting Salary

It's hard to beat Colorado College if you wish to pursue a degree in economics. Colorado College is a small private not-for-profit college located in the city of Colorado Springs. A Best Colleges rank of #345 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Colorado College is a great college overall.

There were roughly 69 economics students who graduated with this degree at Colorado College in the most recent data year. Students who graduate with their degree from the economics program state that they receive average early career income of $45,092.

More information about a degree in economics from Colorado College

4
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
71 Economics Degrees Awarded
2.8% Growth in Graduates

It's hard to beat University of Denver if you wish to pursue a degree in economics. Located in the city of Denver, DU is a private not-for-profit university with a large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #126 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means DU is a great university overall.

There were roughly 71 economics students who graduated with this degree at DU in the most recent data year. Students who receive their degree from the economics program make about $40,396 for their early career.

More information about a degree in economics from University of Denver

5
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
169 Economics Degrees Awarded
$41,108 Median Starting Salary

Colorado State is a fairly large public university located in the midsize city of Fort Collins. A Best Colleges rank of #156 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Colorado State is a great university overall.

There were about 169 economics students who graduated with this degree at Colorado State in the most recent data year. Graduates who receive their degree from the economics program earn an average of $41,108 for their early career.

More information about a degree in economics from Colorado State University - Fort Collins

6
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
153 Economics Degrees Awarded
$40,044 Median Starting Salary

Located in the city of Denver, CU Anschutz is a public university with a fairly large student population. This university ranks 7th out of 33 colleges for overall quality in the state of Colorado.

There were about 153 economics students who graduated with this degree at CU Anschutz in the most recent year we have data available. Students who graduate with their degree from the economics program state that they receive average early career earnings of $40,044.

More information about a degree in economics from University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus

7
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
42 Economics Degrees Awarded
$43,280 Median Starting Salary

Located in the medium-sized city of Greeley, University of Northern Colorado is a public university with a medium-sized student population. This university ranks 9th out of 33 schools for overall quality in the state of Colorado.

There were about 42 economics students who graduated with this degree at University of Northern Colorado in the most recent data year. After graduation, economics degree recipients usually earn about $43,280 at the beginning of their careers.

More information about a degree in economics from University of Northern Colorado

8
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
11th Most Popular In CO

Western is a small public university located in the remote town of Gunnison. This university ranks 29th out of 33 schools for overall quality in the state of Colorado.

There were roughly 11 economics students who graduated with this degree at Western in the most recent year we have data available.

More information about a degree in economics from Western Colorado University

8
FLC crest
Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
$38,552 Median Starting Salary

FLC is a small public college located in the town of Durango. This college ranks 25th out of 33 schools for overall quality in the state of Colorado.

There were approximately 6 economics students who graduated with this degree at FLC in the most recent year we have data available. Soon after graduating, economics degree recipients usually make an average of $38,552 in their early careers.

More information about a degree in economics from Fort Lewis College

9
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
34 Economics Degrees Awarded
$39,542 Median Starting Salary

Located in the large city of Colorado Springs, UCCS is a public university with a large student population. This university ranks 16th out of 33 colleges for overall quality in the state of Colorado.

There were about 34 economics students who graduated with this degree at UCCS in the most recent year we have data available. Students who receive their degree from the economics program make an average of $39,542 in the first couple years of working.

More information about a degree in economics from University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

Best Economics Colleges in the Rocky Mountains Region

Explore all the Best Economics Colleges in the Rocky Mountains Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Utah 266 874
Idaho 219 63
Montana 188 50
Wyoming 162 43

View All Rankings >

Economics is one of 13 different types of Social Sciences programs to choose from.

Economics Concentrations

Major Annual Graduates
General Economics 789
Econometrics & Quantitative Economics 202
Development Economics & International Development 14
International Economics 9
Other Economics 4
Applied Economics 1

View All Economics Focus Areas >

Majors Similar to Economics

Related Major Annual Graduates
Political Science & Government 798
Sociology 699
Geography & Cartography 460
Anthropology 272
International Relations & National Security 175
General Social Sciences 47
Other Social Sciences 4

View All Economics Related Majors >

Notes and References

More about our data sources and methodologies.

Popular Reports

College Rankings
Best by Location
Degree Guides by Major
Graduate Programs

Compare Your School Options