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3,041 Best Computer Science & IT Programs in the United States

3,041 Computer Science & IT courses are taught at 942 universities in the United States; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Cornell University, University of Chicago and Princeton University.

2545Program
TS Texas State Technical College-Waco logo
#1,734 in United States United States

Health Information Technology

Texas State Technical College-Waco — The Health Information Technology degree program at Texas State Technical College-Waco prepares students to manage healthcare data and information systems, ensuring the d...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2546Program
NC Northeast Community College logo
#1,738 in United States United States

Computer Application Specialist

Northeast Community College — The Computer Application Specialist degree program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to succeed in the ever-evolving world of...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2548Program
NC Northeast Community College logo
#1,738 in United States United States

Information Technology

Northeast Community College — The Information Technology degree program at Northeast Community College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the fast...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2550Bachelor's Degree
CC Canada College logo
#1,739 in United States United States

Computer Science

Canada College — The Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science at Canada College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to thrive...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2555Program
MS Murray State College logo
#1,749 in United States United States

Computer Information Systems

Murray State College — The Computer Information Systems degree at Murray State College is designed to equip students with essential skills in information technology and data management. Through...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2556Program
MS Murray State College logo
#1,749 in United States United States

Computer Science

Murray State College — The Computer Science degree program at Murray State College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills needed in...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2557Diploma
CC Carteret Community College logo
#1,750 in United States United States

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Carteret Community College — The Diploma in Information Technology at Carteret Community College equips students with a comprehensive understanding of key IT concepts and technical skills. The progra...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2559Program
MS Motlow State Community College logo
#1,761 in United States United States

AI Machine Learning Boot Camp

Motlow State Community College — The AI Machine Learning Boot Camp at Motlow State Community College offers an intensive curriculum designed to equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in the...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT

How these courses are ranked

62 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #13 (Cornell University) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Washington has the largest research record in this group, with 98,078,141 citations and an h-index of 3,639. 41 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 1,682 bachelor's, 376 master's, 215 diploma and 79 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Computer Science & IT (2,945), Computer Science (42), Data Science (17) and Cybersecurity (14). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 91% are full-time and 246 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (97% of courses with a stated intake). State University of New York at Buffalo offers the widest choice, with 22 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Computer Science & IT?

Cornell University (QS World #13), University of Chicago (QS World #13) and Princeton University (QS World #15) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Computer Science & IT in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Computer Science & IT course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Computer Science & IT courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Computer Science & IT online with a university in the United States?

246 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Computer Science & IT courses in the United States?

State University of New York at Buffalo, with 22, ahead of Colorado State University - Global Campus (17).

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