Best colleges for Marketing in Colorado
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver and University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus award the most Marketing degrees in Colorado: 118, 71 and 42 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 13 Colorado colleges offer Marketing and award 497 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Marketing program focuses on the principles and practices involved in promoting products and services. It is designed for students interested in understanding market dynamics, consumer behavior, and strategic communication. This…
Top 3 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver Public · Bachelor's degree | $52,216 | 71 | 32% | — | $24,000 |
| 2 | University of Denver Denver Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $50,016 | 118 | 76% | $29,726 | $22,739 |
| 3 | Colorado State University Global Denver Public · Bachelor's degree Online | $55,814 | 172 | — | — | $29,956 |
Colleges awarding the most Marketing degrees in Colorado
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Denver Denver Private not-for-profit | 118 | $50,016 |
| 2 | Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver Public | 71 | $52,216 |
| 3 | University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver Public | 42 | Not reported |
| 4 | Colorado State University - Fort Collins Fort Collins Public | 22 | Not reported |
| 5 | Pickens Technical College Aurora Public | 21 | Not reported |
| 6 | Regis University Denver Private not-for-profit | 15 | Not reported |
| 7 | Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo Public | 15 | Not reported |
| 8 | Fort Lewis College Durango Public | 12 | Not reported |
| 9 | Colorado Christian University Lakewood Private not-for-profit | 5 | Not reported |
| 10 | Aims Community College Greeley Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 3 Colorado colleges offering Marketing
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University Global (Online) | Denver | Public | 172 |
| Colorado Mountain College | Glenwood Springs | Public | 2 |
| Western Colorado University | Gunnison | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Marketing Managers (SOC 11-2021).
Top skills
What Marketing Managers earn in Colorado
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Marketing programs in Colorado.
Which Colorado colleges award the most Marketing degrees?+
University of Denver (118 graduates a year), Metropolitan State University of Denver (71 graduates a year) and University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus (42 graduates a year) award the most Marketing degrees in Colorado, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 13 Colorado colleges offer Marketing.
Which Marketing program in Colorado has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Metropolitan State University of Denver tops the list at $52,216. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Marketing Managers earn in Colorado?+
The average annual wage for Marketing Managers in Colorado is $196,210 (median $182,730), across about 6,010 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Marketing program?+
The Marketing program focuses on the principles and practices involved in promoting products and services. It is designed for students interested in understanding market dynamics, consumer behavior, and strategic communication. This…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, active listening, reading comprehension, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Marketing Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +6.6% growth with around 34,300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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