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Ethnic Studies in Colorado

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Ethnic Studies Schools in Colorado

137 students earned Ethnic Studies degrees in Colorado in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Ethnic Studies is the 98th most popular major out of a total 278 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Ethnic Studies Majors in Colorado

Ethnic Studies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 132
Master’s Degree 3
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1
Post-Master’s Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Colorado, a ethnic studies major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of ethnic studies majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.2%
  • Black or African American: 9.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 32.1%
  • White: 44.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 10.9%
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Jobs for Ethnic Studies Grads in Colorado

In this state, there are 1,650 people employed in jobs related to an ethnic studies degree, compared to 66,990 nationwide.

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Wages for Ethnic Studies Jobs in Colorado

Ethnic Studies grads earn an average of $65,020 in the state and $55,230 nationwide.

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There are 9 colleges in Colorado that offer ethnic studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
37,437 Total Students

67% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The average student takes 4.38 years to complete their degree at CU - Boulder. The 2.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
32,428 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,679. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 2.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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Colorado College

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

9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 0.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $24,703.

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

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $14,313. In their early career, MSU Denver grads earn an average salary of $40,336.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
13,856 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $51,490 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.14 years to graduate. This private institution charges an average net price of $33,830.

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

60% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $15,570. Graduates earn an average $39,460 after graduation.

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

In their early career, FLC grads earn an average salary of $34,192. 95% of students get financical aid. A typical student attending FLC will pay a net price of $16,255.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
12,380 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 82% of students receive it. 69% of the teachers are full time.

Ethnic Studies Careers in CO

Some of the careers ethnic studies majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 54% $59,540
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 33% $59,720

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to ethnic studies.

Major Annual Graduates in CO
Area Studies 31

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