Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs vs Metropolitan State University of Denver: which has better ROI?
The verdict
Metropolitan State University of Denver has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $61,308 in 16.4 years versus not at all at Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs, on median earnings of $52,093 vs $37,180 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)
| Measure | Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs | Metropolitan State University of Denver |
|---|---|---|
| Net price / yr | $16,745 | $15,327 |
| Total net cost | $66,980 | $61,308 |
| Median earnings, 10 yrs | $37,180 | $52,093 |
| Median debt | $29,832 | $21,500 |
| Payback | — | 16.4 yrs |
| 20-year net return | $-290,580 | $13,352 |
College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.