Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs vs Colorado State University-Fort Collins: which has better ROI?
The verdict
Colorado State University-Fort Collins has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $85,116 in 7 years versus not at all at Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs, on median earnings of $60,543 vs $37,180 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)
| Measure | Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs | Colorado State University-Fort Collins |
|---|---|---|
| Net price / yr | $16,745 | $21,279 |
| Total net cost | $66,980 | $85,116 |
| Median earnings, 10 yrs | $37,180 | $60,543 |
| Median debt | $29,832 | $20,000 |
| Payback | — | 7 yrs |
| 20-year net return | $-290,580 | $158,544 |
College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.