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Cheapest Computer and Information Sciences Colleges in Nebraska

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Peru State College stands out with an $11,401 net price for Computer and Information Sciences students, nearly $21,000 less than Creighton University's $32,380 cost. Nebraska's tech sector expansion, driven by companies like Mutual of Omaha and growing fintech operations, creates solid opportunities for graduates who earn between $51,169 and $68,918 annually. The state's nine programs span from small rural campuses to major research universities, with graduation rates ranging from 38% to 81%.
9
Programs
$11,401 – $32,380
Net Price Range
$58,534
Avg. Program Earnings
56.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Computer and Information Sciences, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $11,401 $8,280 37.7%
2 $12,791 $8,370 47.5% 85.9%
3 $15,108 $7,970 55.7%
4 $16,488 $8,302 59.8% 86.0%
5 $17,424 $10,108 65.8% 78.6%
6 $20,884 $27,990 45.9% 98.8%
7 $28,071 $40,491 55.9% 75.8%
8 $28,345 $8,886 55.9%
9 $32,380 $47,000 80.5% 75.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the large cost difference between Nebraska's cheapest and most expensive computer science programs?

Public institutions like Peru State College ($11,401) and University of Nebraska at Omaha ($12,791) offer significantly lower net prices than private schools. Creighton University costs $32,380 annually, reflecting its private status and higher graduation rate of 80.5%.

How do earnings compare between graduates from different Nebraska computer science programs?

University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates earn the highest salaries at $68,918 annually, while Bellevue University graduates start at $51,169. The $17,749 earnings difference often reflects the research opportunities and industry connections at flagship universities versus smaller institutions.

Does attending a more expensive program guarantee better graduation rates in computer science?

Not necessarily in Nebraska's market. Wayne State College achieves a 55.7% graduation rate at just $15,108 net cost, while Union Adventist University has a 45.9% rate despite costing $20,884. University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers the best combination with 65.8% graduation rates and strong earning potential.

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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.