Best Online Computer Science Programs in LaPorte, IN (2026)

LaPorte, Indiana has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs, with tuition ranging from $6,026 to $16,287 per year for indexed programs. LaPorte has a population of about 21,732. In Indiana, the top-earning computer science-related role is Database Architect at a median $132,830 annually (BLS, May 2025).


Closest Computer Science Schools to LaPorte

The accredited institutions listed below are the closest in our directory that offer computer science programs near LaPorte, ranked by BOC Score and straight-line distance from LaPorte city center. The list is rebuilt from federal IPEDS data on every site update.

How We Rank Schools

Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:

  • Graduation rate 30%
  • Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
  • Average net price (lower is better) 20%
  • Retention rate 15%
  • Fully online availability 10%

Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from LaPorte. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.

#1

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN 19.8 miles from LaPorte BOC Score 71.6
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 73%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $63,191
Avg net price $18,578/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 37

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#2

Indiana University-South Bend

South Bend, IN 25.7 miles from LaPorte BOC Score 43.4
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 40%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $44,947
Avg net price $8,653/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 66%
  • Programs offered: 33

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#3

Purdue University Northwest

Hammond, IN 39.4 miles from LaPorte BOC Score 50.1
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
  • Accredited
Acceptance rate 72%
Graduation rate 43%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $48,318
Avg net price $6,079/yr
Tuition
In‑state$8,675
Out‑of‑state$16,094
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 67%
  • Programs offered: 31

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

#4

Purdue University Global

West Lafayette, IN 80.3 miles from LaPorte BOC Score 45.8
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 28%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $36,596
Avg net price $7,770/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 69

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#5

Purdue University-Main Campus

West Lafayette, IN 82.2 miles from LaPorte BOC Score 86.0
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 78%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $72,424
Avg net price $14,600/yr
TuitionContact school for pricing
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 92%
  • Programs offered: 73

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#6

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN 89.4 miles from LaPorte BOC Score 40.6
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
  • Accredited
Acceptance rate 84%
Graduation rate 34%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $45,872
Avg net price $13,171/yr
Tuition
In‑state$9,532
Out‑of‑state$22,887
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 37

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

#7

Indiana Institute of Technology

Fort Wayne, IN 90.5 miles from LaPorte BOC Score 34.1
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
  • Accredited
Acceptance rate 70%
Graduation rate 38%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $47,327
Avg net price $23,206/yr
Tuition
In‑state$31,361
Out‑of‑state$31,361
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 63%
  • Programs offered: 42

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

#8

Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies

Fort Wayne, IN 90.5 miles from LaPorte BOC Score 28.5
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
  • Accredited
Graduation rate 28%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $47,327
Avg net price $20,473/yr
Tuition
In‑state$9,896
Out‑of‑state$9,896
Contact
Key stats
  • Retention rate: 48%
  • Programs offered: 34

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

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


Computer Science Wages Near LaPorte

LaPorte is part of the Michigan City-La Porte, IN metro area (BLS area code 33140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Indiana statewide.

OccupationMedian WageSourceCOL-Adjusted (US=100)
Software Developer$98,510Michigan City-La Porte, IN$107,426
Computer Systems Analyst$80,500Michigan City-La Porte, IN$87,786
Computer Network Architect$124,190IN statewide$135,431
Database Administrator$90,090IN statewide$98,244
Database Architect$132,830IN statewide$144,853
Information Security Analyst$101,420IN statewide$110,600
Computer Network Support Specialist$73,130Michigan City-La Porte, IN$79,749
Computer User Support Specialist$47,260Michigan City-La Porte, IN$51,538
Web Developer$80,870IN statewide$88,190
Web and Digital Interface Designer$63,430IN statewide$69,171
Computer and Information Systems Manager$121,750Michigan City-La Porte, IN$132,770

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.


LaPorte at a Glance

MetricValueSource
Regional Price Parity (US=100)91.7 (below U.S. average)BEA RPP 2024
Computer Science-related employment in LaPorte County44 workers, 24 establishmentsBLS QCEW 2024 annual

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science schools are near LaPorte, IN?

Accredited schools offering computer science programs near LaPorte are listed on this page, ranked by BOC Score and distance from the city center. The list is rebuilt from federal IPEDS and College Scorecard data on every site update, so it stays current as programs open and close.

What are the highest-paying computer science roles near LaPorte?

Based on BLS OEWS May 2025 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near LaPorte are: Database Architect ($132,830), Computer Network Architect ($124,190), Computer and Information Systems Manager ($121,750). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Indiana statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.

Should I look at programs in South Bend instead of LaPorte?

South Bend, IN is 23.5 miles from LaPorte 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.

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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Other Programs Available in LaPorte

Compare every accredited online degree program with city-level data for LaPorte:

Data verified: July 23, 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.