2026 Best Value Computer Science Graduate Certificate Degree Schools

#1

Seattle University

Seattle, WA

For return on investment, no school beat Seattle University this year in the United States. Seattle University is a private not-for-profit school based in Seattle, WA. In-state tuition and fees average $56,721. The median Computer Science program debt is $24,980. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $75,272. Set against $24,980 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Seattle University has an acceptance rate of 77%. Read the full report on Seattle University

#2

Missouri State University Springfield

Springfield, MO

Out of the 1091 schools in the United States in this year's value ranking, Missouri State University Springfield landed the #2 spot. This public school is set in Springfield, MO. In-state tuition and fees average $9,502, while out-of-state students pay about $18,770. Students borrow a median of $21,719 to complete their Computer Science program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $49,827. Set against $21,719 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 90% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Missouri State University Springfield

#3

University Of Memphis

Memphis, TN

The strong cost-to-outcome balance at University Of Memphis earned it the #3 place in the United States. Based in Memphis, TN, University Of Memphis is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $10,728, with out-of-state students paying around $15,384. University Of Memphis Computer Science students take on a median of $24,672 in debt. University Of Memphis alumni report median earnings of $48,458 a decade after entry. Set against $24,672 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 72% of applicants are accepted. Read the full report on University Of Memphis

#4

Missouri University Of Science And Technology

Rolla, MO

A rank of #4 makes Missouri University Of Science And Technology one of the best values in the United States. Missouri University Of Science And Technology is a public school based in Rolla, MO. In-state tuition and fees average $14,984, with out-of-state students paying around $33,248. Graduates carry a median of $25,187 in student loans. Median earnings reach $82,957 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 72% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full Missouri University Of Science And Technology report

#5

North Carolina State University At Raleigh

Raleigh, NC

You'll get strong value at North Carolina State University At Raleigh, which ranked #5 this year. Set in Raleigh, NC, North Carolina State University At Raleigh is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $8,799, while out-of-state students pay about $32,847. Students borrow a median of $21,073 to complete their Computer Science program here. Median earnings reach $68,758 ten years out. Set against $21,073 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 42% of those who apply are admitted. More on North Carolina State University At Raleigh

#6

Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, GA

Kennesaw State University came in at #6 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Kennesaw, GA. Students from in state pay about $5,808 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $17,736. Typical Computer Science student debt is $23,000. Kennesaw State University alumni report median earnings of $57,552 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Kennesaw State University admits about 69% of applicants. Read the full report on Kennesaw State University

#7

University Of Idaho

Moscow, ID

University Of Idaho placed #7 among the best-value Computer Science schools in the United States. Set in Moscow, ID, University Of Idaho is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $9,084 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $28,320. University Of Idaho Computer Science students take on a median of $25,500 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $54,670. That is a strong return on a $25,500 median debt. Roughly 76% of applicants are accepted. Get the full University Of Idaho report

#8

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester, MA

Worcester Polytechnic Institute offered strong value this year, earning the #8 position. This private not-for-profit school is set in Worcester, MA. In-state tuition and fees run about $60,765. Students borrow a median of $27,000 to complete their Computer Science program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $103,470. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Worcester Polytechnic Institute admits about 60% of applicants. Read the full report on Worcester Polytechnic Institute

#9

California State University Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

California State University Sacramento placed #9 among the best-value Computer Science schools in the United States. Set in Sacramento, CA, California State University Sacramento is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,018, with out-of-state students paying around $20,618. California State University Sacramento Computer Science students take on a median of $15,625 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $64,876 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $15,625 median debt. About 94% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on California State University Sacramento

#10

Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA

Drexel University placed #10 among the best-value Computer Science schools in the United States. Located in Philadelphia, PA, Drexel University is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $62,412. Typical Computer Science student debt is $29,333. Graduates go on to earn a median of $84,648 ten years after entry. Set against $29,333 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Drexel University admits about 79% of applicants. Get the full Drexel University report

#11

University Of New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

University Of New Orleans ranked #11 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. This public school is set in New Orleans, LA. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,172, with out-of-state students paying around $14,008. University Of New Orleans Computer Science students take on a median of $16,604 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $47,872. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 74%. Read more about University Of New Orleans

#12

Wake Forest University

Winston-Salem, NC

Wake Forest University ranked #12 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. Wake Forest University is a private not-for-profit school based in Winston-Salem, NC. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $67,642. Typical Computer Science student debt is $20,674. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $78,158. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 22% of those who apply are admitted. More on Wake Forest University

#13

Stevens Institute Of Technology

Hoboken, NJ

Stevens Institute Of Technology landed the #13 spot for value in the United States this year. Stevens Institute Of Technology is a private not-for-profit school based in Hoboken, NJ. Students from in state pay about $63,462 in tuition and fees. Typical Computer Science student debt is $27,000. Stevens Institute Of Technology alumni report median earnings of $108,772 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Stevens Institute Of Technology has an acceptance rate of 48%. Read the full report on Stevens Institute Of Technology

#14

Columbia University In The City Of New York

New York, NY

Columbia University In The City Of New York ranked #14 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. Based in New York, NY, Columbia University In The City Of New York is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $70,517. The median Computer Science program debt is $20,397. Columbia University In The City Of New York alumni report median earnings of $102,491 a decade after entry. Set against $20,397 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Columbia University In The City Of New York has an acceptance rate of 4%. Read the full report on Columbia University In The City Of New York

#15

Tufts University

Medford, MA

Tufts University offered strong value this year, earning the #15 position. Set in Medford, MA, Tufts University is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $70,704. Graduates carry a median of $15,500 in student loans. Median earnings reach $83,214 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $15,500 median debt. The acceptance rate is 12%. Get the full Tufts University report

#16

University Of Massachusetts Dartmouth

North Dartmouth, MA

University Of Massachusetts Dartmouth landed the #16 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in North Dartmouth, MA, University Of Massachusetts Dartmouth is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $15,612, compared with $32,567 for out-of-state students. Typical Computer Science student debt is $27,106. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $68,804. That is a strong return on a $27,106 median debt. The acceptance rate is 91%. Read the full report on University Of Massachusetts Dartmouth

#17

Indiana University Northwest

Gary, IN

Indiana University Northwest landed the #17 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Gary, IN, Indiana University Northwest is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,424, with out-of-state students paying around $22,811. The median Computer Science program debt is $22,116. Graduates go on to earn a median of $43,361 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $22,116 median debt. Roughly 73% of applicants are accepted. More on Indiana University Northwest

#18

Anoka Ramsey Community College

Anoka Ramsey Community College placed #18 among the best-value Computer Science schools in the United States. Get the full Anoka Ramsey Community College report

#19

California Baptist University

California Baptist University came in at #19 in this year's value ranking. See the full California Baptist University profile

#20

Goshen College

Goshen College landed the #20 spot for value in the United States this year. See the full Goshen College profile

#21

Niagara County Community College

Niagara County Community College offered strong value this year, earning the #21 position. More on Niagara County Community College

#22

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute ranked #22 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. Read more about Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

#23

University Of Alaska Fairbanks

University Of Alaska Fairbanks ranked #23 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. See the full University Of Alaska Fairbanks profile

#24

University Of Denver

University Of Denver offered strong value this year, earning the #24 position. More on University Of Denver

#25

Bennington College

Bennington College landed the #25 spot for value in the United States this year. Read the full report on Bennington College

#26

Lee University

Lee University landed the #26 spot for value in the United States this year. Get the full Lee University report

#27

Northern Virginia Community College

Northern Virginia Community College offered strong value this year, earning the #27 position. More on Northern Virginia Community College

#28

Quincy University

Quincy University landed the #28 spot for value in the United States this year. Read the full report on Quincy University

#29

University Of Maine

University Of Maine ranked #29 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. See the full University Of Maine profile

#30

University Of Massachusetts Lowell

University Of Massachusetts Lowell ranked #30 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. See the full University Of Massachusetts Lowell profile

#31

College Of Southern Nevada

College Of Southern Nevada landed the #31 spot for value in the United States this year. Get the full College Of Southern Nevada report

#32

Grand View University

Grand View University landed the #32 spot for value in the United States this year. See the full Grand View University profile

#33

Marymount University

Marymount University ranked #33 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. More on Marymount University

#34

Southwest Baptist University

Southwest Baptist University offered strong value this year, earning the #34 position. Get the full Southwest Baptist University report

#35

Suny College At Brockport

Suny College At Brockport landed the #35 spot for value in the United States this year. More on Suny College At Brockport

#36

Texas College

Texas College came in at #36 in this year's value ranking. Read more about Texas College

#37

United States Air Force Academy

United States Air Force Academy came in at #37 in this year's value ranking. See the full United States Air Force Academy profile

#38

Bethune Cookman University

Bethune Cookman University ranked #38 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. See the full Bethune Cookman University profile

#39

Cuny Brooklyn College

Cuny Brooklyn College came in at #39 in this year's value ranking. Get the full Cuny Brooklyn College report

#40

American University

American University placed #40 among the best-value Computer Science schools in the United States. Read more about American University

#41

Central Virginia Community College

Central Virginia Community College ranked #41 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. More on Central Virginia Community College

#42

Century College

Century College came in at #42 in this year's value ranking. See the full Century College profile

#43

Clarkson University

Clarkson University came in at #43 in this year's value ranking. More on Clarkson University

#44

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach offered strong value this year, earning the #44 position. More on Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach

#45

Louisiana Delta Community College

Louisiana Delta Community College came in at #45 in this year's value ranking. Get the full Louisiana Delta Community College report

#46

Midway College

Midway College landed the #46 spot for value in the United States this year. See the full Midway College profile

#47

Nashua Community College

Nashua Community College placed #47 among the best-value Computer Science schools in the United States. See the full Nashua Community College profile

#48

Rasmussen College Florida

Rasmussen College Florida ranked #48 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. Get the full Rasmussen College Florida report

#49

St Philips College

St Philips College landed the #49 spot for value in the United States this year. Read more about St Philips College

#50

The University Of Texas At San Antonio

The University Of Texas At San Antonio placed #50 among the best-value Computer Science schools in the United States. Get the full The University Of Texas At San Antonio report