Best Colleges for Computer Science in Alabama

The best colleges for a Computer Science degree in Alabama, led by Auburn University, University of Alabama at Birmingham and University of Alabama in Huntsville. Each school is shown with its acceptance rate, tuition, and average SAT so you can weigh Computer Science programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Computer Science in Alabama?

Based on our rankings, Auburn University is the top-ranked college for Computer Science in Alabama. Other top choices include University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Alabama in Huntsville, University of North Alabama.

What are the best Computer Science schools?

The best Computer Science schools, based on program-specific federal data including median earnings and graduate counts, are Auburn University, University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Alabama in Huntsville. Our rankings use College Scorecard field-of-study data rather than editorial opinion.

How much does it cost to study Computer Science?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Computer Science programs is approximately $22,051 per year. However, costs vary significantly — many schools offer generous financial aid packages that can reduce the effective cost.

How long does it take to get a Computer Science degree?

A bachelor's degree in Computer Science typically takes four years of full-time study. Some programs offer accelerated tracks or combined bachelor's-to-master's options that can extend or shorten the timeline.

How are these Computer Science rankings determined?

Our major rankings are independently calculated from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study (CIP) data — primarily median earnings 4 years after graduation and program scale (graduate count), with a 10+ annual graduates minimum per program. They are not derived from US News or any other publication.

Career outcomes for Computer Science graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Computer Science programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $47,145 per year. Below are the highest-paying Computer Science programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

Auburn University — Auburn, AL · $65,337/yr (rank #1)
University of Alabama in Huntsville — Huntsville, AL · $61,767/yr (rank #2)
University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, AL · $54,501/yr (rank #3)
University of South Alabama — Mobile, AL · $49,379/yr (rank #4)
University of North Alabama — Florence, AL · $45,415/yr (rank #5)

1. Auburn University — Auburn, AL · 45.9% acceptance · SAT 1,345 · $34,922 tuition · 82% grad rate
2. University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, AL · 88.2% acceptance · SAT 1,258 · $22,562 tuition · 64% grad rate
3. University of Alabama in Huntsville — Huntsville, AL · 68.6% acceptance · SAT 1,319 · $26,408 tuition · 64% grad rate
4. University of North Alabama — Florence, AL · 87.3% acceptance · $22,320 tuition · 55% grad rate
5. University of South Alabama — Mobile, AL · 71% acceptance · SAT 1,147 · $19,092 tuition · 53% grad rate
6. Troy University — Troy, AL · 96% acceptance · SAT 1,088 · $20,352 tuition · 50% grad rate
7. Alabama A & M University — Normal, AL · 58% acceptance · SAT 938 · $18,634 tuition · 24% grad rate
8. Jacksonville State University — Jacksonville, AL · 77.7% acceptance · SAT 1,059 · $23,334 tuition · 55% grad rate
9. Alabama State University — Montgomery, AL · 97.6% acceptance · SAT 976 · $19,576 tuition · 30% grad rate
10. Miles College — Fairfield, AL · $13,314 tuition · 16% grad rate

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