Best Online Computer Science Programs in Washington, DC (2026)
Washington, District of Columbia has a population of about 672,079. The city’s median household income is $106,287 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 63.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 96 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Washington, with tuition ranging from $9,450 to $84,696 per year for indexed programs. In the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $191,880 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Computer Science Schools to Washington
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 96 schools in our directory that offer computer science programs near Washington. Distances are calculated from Washington city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career Technical Institute | Washington, DC | 0.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus | Washington, DC | 0.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Strayer University-Global Region | Washington, DC | 1.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Strayer University-District of Columbia | Washington, DC | 1.0 mi | $13,920 | – |
| Howard University | Washington, DC | 1.2 mi | $33,344 - $51,450 | – |
| George Washington University | Washington, DC | 1.8 mi | $64,990 - $80,727 | – |
| The Catholic University of America | Washington, DC | 2.2 mi | $55,834 - $73,198 | – |
| University of Management and Technology | Arlington, VA | 3.0 mi | $9,450 | – |
| Georgetown University | Washington, DC | 3.1 mi | $65,081 - $84,696 | – |
| DeVry University-Virginia | Arlington, VA | 3.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all District of Columbia schools on the District of Columbia computer science page.
Computer Science Wages Near Washington
Washington is part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area (BLS area code 47900). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to District of Columbia statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $150,880 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $138,549 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $126,170 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $115,859 |
| Computer Network Architect | $163,570 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $150,202 |
| Database Administrator | $124,160 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $114,013 |
| Database Architect | $188,120 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $172,746 |
| Information Security Analyst | $138,410 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $127,098 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $86,730 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,642 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $75,250 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $69,100 |
| Web Developer | $126,040 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $115,739 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $83,270 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $76,465 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $191,880 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $176,198 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Washington at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 672,079 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $106,287 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 63.6% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 108.9 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Computer Science-related employment in District of Columbia County | 22,387 workers, 3,967 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Washington-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs
- Alexandria, VA – 7.0 mi away (155,810 pop)
- College Park, MD – 7.7 mi away (32,275 pop)
- Greenbelt, MD – 9.3 mi away (23,909 pop)
- Rockville, MD – 14.4 mi away (66,940 pop)
- Bowie, MD – 15.2 mi away (58,393 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited computer science schools are near Washington, DC?
Our directory has 96 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Washington. The closest is Career Technical Institute in Washington, DC (0.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is DeVry University-Virginia (3.5 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying computer science roles near Washington?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near Washington are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($191,880), Database Architect ($188,120), Computer Network Architect ($163,570). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with District of Columbia statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Alexandria instead of Washington?
Alexandria, VA is 7.0 miles from Washington and has its own set of local computer science programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Washington an affordable place to study computer science?
Washington’s median household income of $106,287 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Washington while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and District of Columbia public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Related Resources
- Online Computer Science Programs in District of Columbia
- Main Computer Science Degree Guide
- Computer Science Programs by State
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.
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