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Cheapest Computer and Information Sciences Colleges in Utah

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

Utah computer science programs show extreme cost variation, with Utah Valley University charging just $8,463 while Westminster reaches $26,536. The state's Silicon Slopes tech corridor creates strong demand for computer science graduates, with Brigham Young University alumni earning $76,460 annually. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with five schools keeping net costs below $13,000. Graduation rates span from 34% to 82%, reflecting different institutional approaches to this high-demand field.
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Programs
$8,463 – $26,536
Net Price Range
$62,455
Avg. Program Earnings
54.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Computer and Information Sciences, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,463 $6,270 40.7%
2 $10,442 $8,300 50.9%
3 $10,722 $6,391 43.0%
4 $11,432 $6,770 59.0% 83.9%
5 $12,869 $9,228 57.3% 93.7%
6 $14,487 $6,496 82.2% 66.7%
7 $15,265 $6,074 34.2%
8 $26,536 $41,416 69.4% 69.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $18,000 cost difference between Utah's cheapest and most expensive computer science programs?

Utah Valley University keeps costs low at $8,463 through state funding and efficient operations, while private Westminster University charges $26,536 for smaller classes and specialized resources. The five public universities all maintain net costs below $15,300, making them clear value leaders.

How do earnings vary among Utah computer science graduates?

Brigham Young University graduates earn the highest at $76,460 annually, followed by Western Governors University at $74,056. Southern Utah University shows the lowest earnings at $47,260, creating a $29,200 gap between top and bottom programs.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Utah?

Not necessarily, as Brigham Young University combines the highest graduation rate at 82.2% with moderate costs at $14,487. Utah Tech University shows the lowest graduation rate at 34.2% despite charging $15,265, while affordable Utah State maintains a solid 57.3% rate.

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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.