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General Education Schools in Colorado

In 2020-2021, 390 students earned their General Education degrees in CO.

In terms of popularity, General Education is the 3rd most popular major in the state out of a total 43 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Education Majors in Colorado

General Education majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 314
Bachelor’s Degree 66
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 9
Post-Master’s Certificate 9
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1

Gender Distribution

In Colorado, a general education major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of general education majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.3%
  • Black or African American: 1.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 17.9%
  • White: 72.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.5%
  • Other Races: 5.4%
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Jobs for General Education Grads in Colorado

In this state, there are 1,240 people employed in jobs related to a general education degree, compared to 60,930 nationwide.

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Wages for General Education Jobs in Colorado

A typical salary for a general education grad in the state is $65,180, compared to a typical salary of $73,680 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Colorado that offer general education degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

95 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
24,723 Total Students

A typical student attending CU Anschutz will pay a net price of $14,470. 69% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.80%.

74 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
19,086 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $14,313. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 77% of students receive it.

70 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
11,460 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.47 years to graduate. This public school has an average net price of $15,570. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

52 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
3,203 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 78% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $16,690. 94% of students get financical aid.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
32% Graduation Rate
5,925 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,695. Graduates earn an average $42,908 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.49 years to graduate.

#6

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction
26 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
9,110 Total Students

96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. A typical student attending Colorado Mesa will pay a net price of $16,118. Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years.

#7

Colorado Mountain College

Glenwood Springs
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,315 Total Students

In their early career, Colorado Mountain College grads earn an average salary of $33,300. 26% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
3,469 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 98%. The average student takes 4.38 years to complete their degree at FLC. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

#8

Colorado College

Colorado Springs
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
2,050 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $24,703. Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. The 0.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
614 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 16% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average.

General Education Careers in CO

Some of the careers general education majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Education Professors 24% $61,260

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