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28 Best Public Computer Science Universities in the United States

University of California, Los Angeles leads the 28 Public Computer Science universities in the United States at #40 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Next come University of Alaska - Fairbanks (QS World #467) and Colorado School of Mines (QS World #501). Across the whole list there are 42 courses to choose from.

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How these universities are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #40 (University of California, Los Angeles) to #501 (Colorado School of Mines); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of California, Los Angeles is cited most (52,934,262 citations).

Public, private and where they are

28 are public and 0 private (100% public).

Inside the course list

By level: 34 bachelor's, 4 master's and 1 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 95% are full-time and 2 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (95% of courses with a stated intake). University of Alaska - Fairbanks offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

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

University of California, Los Angeles (QS World #40), University of Alaska - Fairbanks (QS World #467) and Colorado School of Mines (QS World #501) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer Public Computer Science in the United States?

28 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

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

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

When do Public Computer Science 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 Public Computer Science online with a university in the United States?

2 of these courses are listed as online.

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

University of Alaska - Fairbanks, with 3, ahead of California State University (2).

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