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Best Colleges for Computer Science in Minnesota

The best colleges for a Computer Science degree in Minnesota, led by University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, University of St Thomas and Macalester College. 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 Minnesota?

Based on our rankings, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is the top-ranked college for Computer Science in Minnesota. Other top choices include University of St Thomas, Macalester College, St Olaf College.

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 University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, University of St Thomas, Macalester College. 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 $34,413 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 $62,111 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. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities — Minneapolis, MN · 79.8% acceptance · SAT 1,362 · $38,362 tuition · 85% grad rate
  2. 2. University of St Thomas — Saint Paul, MN · 85.4% acceptance · SAT 1,296 · $54,398 tuition · 76% grad rate
  3. 3. Macalester College — Saint Paul, MN · 28.5% acceptance · SAT 1,440 · $68,104 tuition · 87% grad rate
  4. 4. St Olaf College — Northfield, MN · 48.3% acceptance · SAT 1,380 · $59,760 tuition · 84% grad rate
  5. 5. Winona State University — Winona, MN · 75.5% acceptance · $17,308 tuition · 57% grad rate
  6. 6. Bethel University — Saint Paul, MN · 87.8% acceptance · SAT 1,249 · $44,226 tuition · 71% grad rate
  7. 7. Minnesota State University Moorhead — Moorhead, MN · 58.8% acceptance · SAT 1,090 · $10,428 tuition · 57% grad rate
  8. 8. Concordia University-Saint Paul — Saint Paul, MN · 78.9% acceptance · $25,600 tuition · 52% grad rate
  9. 9. Concordia College at Moorhead — Moorhead, MN · 62.7% acceptance · SAT 1,190 · $31,170 tuition · 61% grad rate
  10. 10. Minnesota State University-Mankato — Mankato, MN · 88.4% acceptance · SAT 1,150 · $18,942 tuition · 54% grad rate
  11. 11. Saint Cloud State University — Saint Cloud, MN · 94.8% acceptance · SAT 1,092 · $10,245 tuition · 40% grad rate

Best Colleges for Computer Science in Minnesota on PickACampus