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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.

2850Diploma
CB Coastal Bend College logo
#2,013 in United States United States

Computer Information Technology

Coastal Bend College — The Diploma in Computer Information Technology at Coastal Bend College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of computer systems and technology. This cours...

DiplomaLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2851Bachelor's Degree
CW Central Wyoming College logo
#2,015 in United States United States

Computer Technology

Central Wyoming College — The Bachelor's Degree in Computer Technology at Central Wyoming College provides a comprehensive education that blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills in the...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
2856Program
LM Los Medanos College logo
#2,025 in United States United States

Computer Science

Los Medanos College — The Computer Science degree at Los Medanos College is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of computing. Throughout...

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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