Best Value Computer Science Colleges in Georgia

Georgia Computer Science graduates earn between $53,358 and $83,177 annually, with Emory University leading at the top despite its $23,911 net cost. The state's thriving tech sector in Atlanta provides ample opportunities for CS majors, while public options like Clayton State University offer remarkably low costs at just $10,145 net price. Georgia's HOPE Scholarship makes public programs even more affordable for students maintaining a 3.0 GPA. The earnings gap between top and bottom programs spans nearly $30,000, reflecting both institutional quality and regional job placement success in Georgia's expanding film production and logistics industries.

Programs

$10,145 – $35,949

Net Price Range

$67,024

Avg. Program Earnings

57.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Computer Science Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Georgia Athens, Georgia	$13,816	$70,456	$11,180	87.2%	42.6%
2	Georgia Southwestern State University Americus, Georgia	$12,052	$53,358	$4,980	31.9%	73.2%
3	Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia	$15,931	$69,338	$8,478	53.7%	66.8%
4	Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, Georgia	$16,972	$68,499	$5,786	48.1%	67.9%
5	Emory University Atlanta, Georgia	$23,911	$83,177	$60,774	91.8%	11.4%
6	Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, Georgia	$18,809	$57,318	$8,998	61.6%	80.0%
7	Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, Georgia	$35,115		$26,446	47.8%	56.3%
8	Berry College Mount Berry, Georgia	$21,568		$40,416	73.9%	66.3%
9	Brenau University Gainesville, Georgia	$20,786		$33,275	35.4%	86.6%
10	Clayton State University Morrow, Georgia	$10,145		$5,068	35.4%	56.3%
11	Mercer University Macon, Georgia	$22,350		$40,890	73.4%	74.7%
12	Morehouse College Atlanta, Georgia	$35,949		$31,725	52.7%	60.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Emory University worth the higher cost for Computer Science?

Emory graduates earn $83,177 annually, the highest in Georgia, while maintaining a 91.80% graduation rate. The university's selective 11.35% acceptance rate and relatively low $15,500 average debt make it a strong return on investment despite the $23,911 net cost.

How do public university costs compare for Georgia residents?

In-state students pay as little as $4,980 at Georgia Southwestern State University or $5,068 at Clayton State University. Even flagship University of Georgia charges only $11,180 for residents, making public options highly accessible with HOPE Scholarship benefits.

Is there a significant earnings difference between Georgia CS programs?

Yes, earnings vary dramatically from $53,358 at Georgia Southwestern State to $83,177 at Emory University. University of Georgia and Georgia State both produce graduates earning around $70,000, showing strong mid-tier options for career outcomes.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Georgia CS programs?

Higher-cost private institutions like Emory (91.80%) and Berry College (73.90%) show stronger graduation rates. However, University of Georgia achieves an 87.20% rate at a much lower cost, proving that public programs can deliver excellent completion rates.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.