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3,044 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.

1082Bachelor's Degree
HM Harvey Mudd College logo
#642 in United States United States

Computer Science

Harvey Mudd College — The Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science at Harvey Mudd College offers a comprehensive education in the fundamentals of computer science, including programming, algorith...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1083Bachelor's Degree
HM Harvey Mudd College logo
#642 in United States United States

Computer Science and Climate

Harvey Mudd College — The Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Climate at Harvey Mudd College integrates the disciplines of computer science with climate science to address some of the mo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1084Bachelor's Degree
HM Harvey Mudd College logo
#642 in United States United States

Computer Science and Mathematics

Harvey Mudd College — The Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College offers a unique and challenging curriculum that blends theoretical principles with practi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1085Bachelor's Degree
HM Harvey Mudd College logo
#642 in United States United States

Computer Science and Physics

Harvey Mudd College — The Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Physics at Harvey Mudd College is designed to provide students with a robust understanding of both disciplines. The program...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1089Bachelor's Degree
EI Eastern Illinois University logo
#651 in United States United States

Business Analytics & Information Systems

Eastern Illinois University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Business Analytics & Information Systems at Eastern Illinois University is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge req...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1090Bachelor's Degree
EI Eastern Illinois University logo
#651 in United States United States

Computer & Information Technology

Eastern Illinois University — The Bachelor's Degree in Computer & Information Technology at Eastern Illinois University equips students with robust technical skills and practical knowledge in various...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1092Bachelor's Degree
EI Eastern Illinois University logo
#651 in United States United States

Computer Science

Eastern Illinois University — The Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science at Eastern Illinois University is designed to equip students with a robust understanding of both theoretical and practical aspec...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1093Bachelor's Degree
EI Eastern Illinois University logo
#651 in United States United States

Cybersecurity

Eastern Illinois University — The Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity at Eastern Illinois University offers a comprehensive exploration into the field of information security. Students will engage with...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1094Master's Degree
EI Eastern Illinois University logo
#651 in United States United States

Technology

Eastern Illinois University — The Master's Degree in Technology at Eastern Illinois University provides a comprehensive understanding of technological principles and practices. This program is designe...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1099Master's Degree
UW University of Wisconsin - Whitewater logo
#655 in United States United States

Cybersecurity

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater — The Master's in Cybersecurity at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater prepares students to protect critical information systems and data from cyber threats. The course...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
1100Bachelor's Degree
NK Northern Kentucky University logo
#656 in United States United States

Data Science

Northern Kentucky University — The Bachelor's Degree in Data Science at Northern Kentucky University prepares students to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals who can extract insights from...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
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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