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Best Colleges for Computer Science in Indiana

The best colleges for a Computer Science degree in Indiana, led by Purdue University-Main Campus, University of Notre Dame and Indiana University-Bloomington. 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 Indiana?

Based on our rankings, Purdue University-Main Campus is the top-ranked college for Computer Science in Indiana. Other top choices include University of Notre Dame, Indiana University-Bloomington, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.

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 Purdue University-Main Campus, University of Notre Dame, Indiana University-Bloomington. 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 $36,317 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 $66,763 per year. Below are the highest-paying Computer Science programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

  1. 1. Purdue University-Main Campus — West Lafayette, IN · 49.9% acceptance · SAT 1,364 · $28,794 tuition · 83% grad rate
  2. 2. University of Notre Dame — Notre Dame, IN · 11.3% acceptance · SAT 1,520 · $65,025 tuition · 95% grad rate
  3. 3. Indiana University-Bloomington — Bloomington, IN · 78.2% acceptance · SAT 1,313 · $41,891 tuition · 80% grad rate
  4. 4. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology — Terre Haute, IN · 76.9% acceptance · SAT 1,427 · $58,649 tuition · 78% grad rate
  5. 5. University of Southern Indiana — Evansville, IN · 95.8% acceptance · SAT 1,141 · $22,907 tuition · 48% grad rate
  6. 6. DePauw University — Greencastle, IN · 57.2% acceptance · SAT 1,340 · $59,070 tuition · 75% grad rate
  7. 7. Valparaiso University — Valparaiso, IN · 89.4% acceptance · SAT 1,178 · $48,450 tuition · 70% grad rate
  8. 8. Taylor University — Upland, IN · 73.5% acceptance · SAT 1,220 · $40,490 tuition · 74% grad rate
  9. 9. Purdue University Northwest — Hammond, IN · 72.4% acceptance · SAT 1,024 · $16,094 tuition · 43% grad rate
  10. 10. Indiana State University — Terre Haute, IN · 80.8% acceptance · $22,322 tuition · 43% grad rate
  11. 11. Indiana University-South Bend — South Bend, IN · 83.8% acceptance · SAT 1,081 · $22,811 tuition · 40% grad rate
  12. 12. Indiana University-Southeast — New Albany, IN · 84.5% acceptance · SAT 1,072 · $22,811 tuition · 39% grad rate
  13. 13. Indiana University-Kokomo — Kokomo, IN · 86.5% acceptance · SAT 1,065 · $22,811 tuition · 46% grad rate

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