Best Online Computer Science Programs in Quincy, IL (2026)

Quincy, Illinois has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs, with tuition ranging from $14,952 to $44,907 per year for indexed programs. Quincy has a population of about 39,188. Median household income is $56,372 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 26.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Illinois, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $171,730 annually (BLS, May 2025).

Closest Computer Science Schools to Quincy

The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer computer science programs near Quincy. Distances are calculated from Quincy city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Illinois schools on the Illinois computer science page.

Computer Science Wages Near Quincy

Source: BLS, May 2025 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.

Quincy at a Glance

Other Quincy-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs

• Burlington, IA – 61.8 mi away (29,124 pop)
• Jacksonville, IL – 62.5 mi away (21,832 pop)
• Wentzville, MO – 81.9 mi away (37,395 pop)
• Columbia, MO – 84.8 mi away (138,675 pop)
• O’Fallon, MO – 86.9 mi away (86,274 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science schools are near Quincy, IL?

Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Quincy. The closest is John Wood Community College in Quincy, IL (2.7 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Spoon River College (80.2 miles). 5 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying computer science roles in Illinois?

Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles in Illinois are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($171,730), Database Architect ($142,500), Computer Network Architect ($132,790). Wages for Quincy workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Burlington instead of Quincy?

Burlington, IA is 61.8 miles from Quincy 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 Quincy an affordable place to study computer science?

Quincy’s median household income of $56,372 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Quincy while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Illinois 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.

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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; 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.