Lincoln College of Technology-Denver ★ Hidden gem
Denver, Colorado · Private, for-profit · 1,212 undergraduates
All 4 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Colorado high-school graduate (about $40,674/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $31,402 |
| $30k to $48k | $30,707 |
| $48k to $75k | $32,631 |
| $75k to $110k | $35,138 |
| $110k and up | $36,538 |
| All families (average) | $32,423 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $51,214 | +$10,540 | clears the bar | $8,866 | 0.8 yrs |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,593 | +$9,919 | clears the bar | $12,532 | 1.3 yrs |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $55,887 | +$15,213 | clears the bar | $14,069 | 0.9 yrs |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $60,037 | +$19,363 | clears the bar | $12,000 | 0.6 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 47% of students receive Pell grants · 71% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.