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Murray State University delivers Computer Science education for just $9,121 net cost, nearly half the price of Centre College's $21,497 program. The $12,376 gap between Kentucky's cheapest and most expensive options reflects varying approaches to tech education in a state where UPS operates its massive Worldport logistics center in Louisville. Six of the seven programs maintain acceptance rates above 70%, while graduates consistently earn around $53,775 annually.
7
Programs
$9,121 – $21,497
Net Price Range
$53,775
Avg. Program Earnings
57.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Computer Science Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $9,121 $9,708 59.5% 84.0%
2 $10,916 $11,436 53.7% 97.0%
3 $13,485 $42,010 47.5% 71.5%
4 $14,626 $30,450 46.0% 50.4%
5 $17,634 $12,828 60.7% 81.5%
6 $18,246 $26,990 47.1%
7 $21,497 $50,550 85.3% 62.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Murray State University's Computer Science program so affordable?

Murray State achieves a net cost of just $9,121 through low in-state tuition of $9,708 and strong financial aid packages. The program maintains an 83.98% acceptance rate while producing graduates who earn $53,775 annually, matching the state average for Computer Science majors.

How do private and public Computer Science costs compare in Kentucky?

Public universities average around $12,000 in net costs, while private colleges range from $13,485 at Georgetown College to $21,497 at Centre College. Despite the cost differences, graduation rates vary significantly, with Centre College achieving 85.3% compared to public averages in the 50-60% range.

Does University of Louisville offer good value despite higher costs?

Louisville charges $17,634 net cost but offers access to major tech employers in Kentucky's largest city, including UPS's technology operations. The program maintains a 60.7% graduation rate and 81.54% acceptance rate, positioning students near major logistics and healthcare technology centers.

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