Is Metropolitan State University of Denver worth it?
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a public, four-year institution in Denver, Colorado (large city). It awarded 3,549 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in general studies, social work and research and experimental psychology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$44,523
Median earnings 4 years after
$60,186
Median earnings 10 years after
$52,093
Average net price
$15,327
Completion rate
32%
Completions (2024)
3,549
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
15,002
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work | Master's | $51,748 | $66,816 | 209 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $53,001 | $65,387 | 209 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $37,702 | $50,326 | 184 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $41,018 | $57,920 | 178 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $77,333 | $86,259 | 177 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $44,497 | $56,564 | 164 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $54,030 | $73,698 | 156 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $42,196 | $59,502 | 133 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | Bachelor's | $59,451 | $91,399 | 116 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $35,487 | $51,955 | 112 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $41,161 | $57,096 | 111 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $73,874 | $111,187 | 96 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $54,579 | $77,596 | 96 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | Bachelor's | $38,351 | $57,312 | 96 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $52,216 | $64,069 | 87 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Associate | 337 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology, Other | Bachelor's | 231 |
| Social Work | Master's | 226 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 133 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 127 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 126 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 100 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 93 |
| Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General | Bachelor's | 90 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | 86 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 17% | 7,752 |
| Educational Services | 14% | 6,270 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 10% | 4,422 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 9% | 3,842 |
| Public Administration | 8% | 3,700 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 3,467 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 2,620 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 2,428 |
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Sources: federal figures for Metropolitan State University of Denver. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page